Eat Move Think
199 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe essential guide to living a longer, more active, and more fulfilled life, full of answers to your most-pressing health and wellness questions.
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How to Dial Into Your Performance Potential
March 11, 2024 10:59 - 38 minutes - 35 MBWhether you’re giving a presentation at work or competing in a swim meet, there’s nothing more frustrating than having all the tools and the practice in the world, and fumbling under pressure. Dr. Dana Sinclair, the author of Dialed In: Do Your Best When it Matters Most, knows this better than anyone. She’s a performance psychologist, and she’s worked with high-performers of all kinds (from the Toronto Raptors to Jamie Lee Curtis) to help them reach their potential. Here, Mind Station Team...
Treating IBS with the Low FODMAP Diet
February 26, 2024 10:59 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBIrritable bowel syndrome is one of the world’s most common gastrointestinal disorders, and Canada’s rates are some of the highest. It’s difficult to diagnose, impossible to cure, and can be tough to talk about—but not for today’s guest. Kate Scarlata, RD, is an expert in IBS and the low FODMAP diet. Here, she joins Leslie Beck, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Food and Nutrition, to give you a comprehensive guide to the many facets of IBS, and how to get the best results using the low FODMAP...
How to Extend Your Lifespan
February 12, 2024 10:59 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBA recent report showed that Canada’s national life expectancy dropped for the third year in a row—now sitting at an average of 81.3 years. Why are experts calling this decline a historical change? How does your own life expectancy compare, and how can you make tweaks in your routine to help you increase your lifespan and your healthspan? Here, Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Dr. Doug Manuel, MD, director of the Big Life Lab at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute and expert in preventive med...
Cognition Cures: In Life & In the Lab
January 29, 2024 10:59 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBStudying the brain has never been an easy feat. Researchers haven’t had steady access to growing human brain tissue—until now. The team at Sunnybrook’s Hurvitz Brain Sciences Research Program is making impressive progress with the help of their lab-grown organoids, which mimic living human neurons and allow scientists to more accurately study the way different conditions affect the brain. Here, Dr. Peter Nord explores how this advancement could change the way we understand Alzheimer’s dise...
Ruck & Roll: The Complete Guide with Dr. Andrew Miners & Dr. Stuart McGill
January 15, 2024 10:59 - 31 minutes - 44.2 MBRucking, or wearing a weighted “rucksack” while walking or jogging, originated as a practical form of fitness hundreds of years ago. It started as a training technique to prepare soldiers to carry their gear long distances—and lately, civilians are praising its health benefits too. The hashtag #rucking currently has 23 million views on TikTok, and the versatile activity has been covered by experts like Peter Attia and Michael Easter. Here, get the rundown on rucking and whether it’s right ...
How Human Connection Makes You Healthier
January 01, 2024 10:59 - 35 minutes - 36.7 MBWhether you’re an introvert, an extrovert, or somewhere in between—there is robust research showing that your health is directly related to your relationships with the people around you. Here, we break down the benefits of social connection and the health risks of loneliness. Plus, we give you a sneak peek of what Canada’s future Social Connection Guidelines will look like. Learn how your peers can shape who you are, why it’s tougher than ever to connect, and how you can prioritize your so...
2023: The Year in Wellness
December 18, 2023 10:59 - 34 minutes - 37.4 MBAs 2023 comes to a close, Eat Move Think is rounding up the health and wellness trends and updates that left lasting impressions on such Medcan experts as Shaun Francis, Dr. Peter Nord, Leslie Beck and Dr. Andrew Miners. How did their own personal wellness evolve? What innovations will they be watching next year? And what are the biggest takeaways that you can carry forward to optimize your own health in 2024? Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
The Latest Guidance on Colon Cancer Screening
December 04, 2023 10:59 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MBRates of colon cancer in Canada aren’t standard across the board. They’re dropping in populations over 50 years old, and rising in younger demographics. Dr. Jeff Axler, Medcan’s director of gastroenterology and endoscopy, has scoped over 40,000 colons throughout his career. Here, he chats with CMO Dr. Peter Nord about why Medcan’s colon cancer screening guidelines stand out from other recommendations in Canada, how you can learn about your unique risk, and why the preparation for your col...
Healthy Travelling
November 20, 2023 10:59 - 40 minutes - 38.6 MBMany Canadians are packing their bags for their annual trip down south to spend the winter months somewhere tropical. Travelling has cognitive and physical benefits, so how can you continue to see the world while staying healthy? How can you get the right care when you’re away? Here, Medcan CMO Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Medcan’s clinical director of travel medicine, Dr. Aisha Khatib. Learn how you can deal with health issues effectively while abroad (or even prevent them before you leave...
The Health Benefits of Adventure
November 06, 2023 10:59 - 39 minutes - 40.7 MBOur host, Shaun Francis, recently spent time in Helena, Montana on an expedition with other business leaders and Veterans. Shaun is the founder of True Patriot Love, one of Canada’s largest charities that supports Canadian military members and their families and the organization behind the trip. Here, he joins his friends and fellow expeditioners: True Patriot CEO Nick Booth, former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada Erin O’Toole, and Veteran Ryan Hawkyard. They reminisce about the...
Flu Fighters: How to Minimize Your Risk of Getting Sick
October 23, 2023 09:59 - 39 minutes - 43.3 MBWhen the temperature drops, we spend more time indoors, in closer proximity to other people, increasing our risk of getting sick. To help you stay healthy and happy during the colder months, we’re bringing you a comprehensive guide to the prevention and treatment of the cold and the flu. Get tips and tricks from all of your favourite hosts to help you eat, move, and think your way to staving off the sniffles, avoiding those aches and pains, and getting back on your feet. Learn which common r...
Your Women's Health Questions, Answered
October 09, 2023 09:59 - 39 minutes - 39.9 MBDr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is the clinical director of the Menopause and Perimenopause at Medcan. Since the program launched this year, she’s been working with women at Medcan to educate them about their health and help treat their unique symptoms and situations. Here, she joins Marisa Ciarlitto to chat about the questions that she gets asked most, how she helped some of her clients get through common problems, and how you can get the most benefit out of your next appointment with your doctor...
Clearing Up Adult Acne
September 25, 2023 09:59 - 28 minutes - 32.6 MBAdult acne affects 5.6 million Canadians (and 75% of them are women!). September is Acne Awareness Month, so in episode 187 of Eat Move Think, we’ve teamed up with Refine, Medcan’s dermatology clinic, for the ultimate guide to adult acne. Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Tran breaks down the who, what, where, when and whys of acne, and how you can know what’s best for your skin. Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Can Multivitamins Improve Your Memory?
September 11, 2023 09:59 - 28 minutes - 30.5 MBIt’s an exciting time for the fields of nutrition and neurology. This year, two large studies determined that taking a daily multivitamin could improve memory and cognition in older adults. So can supplements actually improve your brain health? How else can food choices affect cognitive function? Here, our Eat host, Leslie Beck, RD, is joined by Toronto Memory Program medical director Dr. Sharon Cohen to provide a comprehensive guide to multivitamins and cognition. Check out the episode we...
Is Noise Bad for Your Health?
August 28, 2023 09:59 - 34 minutes - 38.9 MBWhether you’re working on a deadline or enjoying time with friends, city noise is jarring to the ears and even worse for concentration. A growing body of scientific evidence also suggests that high noise levels can be harmful to your health, increasing risk of hypertension, stroke and heart attacks. Here, environmental studies researcher Dr. Tor Oiamo joins Medcan CEO Shaun Francis to explore the connection between noise and health. They explain what’s so bad about long-term noise exposure...
Gut Check: Nutrition & Your Digestive Health
August 21, 2023 09:58 - 32 minutes - 36.2 MBGastrointestinal health complaints form a large proportion of the reasons people visit their doctors—even though few people like to talk about what’s going on down there. And Medcan’s registered dietitians often get questions about how to promote digestion. So our Eat host, Leslie Beck, Medcan’s clinical director of food and nutrition, suggested a guide to all the gut, microbiome and digestive tract questions our listeners might otherwise not be comfortable asking. Here, Beck is joined by ...
What to Do If You’re Insulin Resistant
August 14, 2023 09:59 - 35 minutes - 44.2 MBResearch suggests that “one in three Canadians is living with diabetes or prediabetes.” So if your doctor tells you that you’re insulin resistant, what steps can you take? Here, Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Medcan endocrinologist Dr. Susan George—who was named to the Order of Canada in 2020—to break down how you can eat, move and think your way to improved insulin sensitivity—and maybe even reverse your diagnosis. Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Strength Training for Everyone
August 07, 2023 09:59 - 39 minutes - 43.4 MBPerhaps your doctor mentioned it to you: consider adding strength training to your weekly routine. And here’s the thing: Strength training gets even more important as we get older. So in this episode, Dr. Andrew Miners, Medcan’s director of sports medicine and fitness, and McMaster kinesiology professor Dr. Stuart Phillips provide a guide to optimal strength training for everyone — particularly those who are getting older, who can use their stronger muscles to stay active and vibrant longe...
Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Krista Varady (Encore Episode)
July 31, 2023 09:59 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBIntermittent fasting is one of the most popular fitness and nutrition trends out there right now—not only as an effective weight loss technique, but as a way to manage chronic disease risk and lower blood pressure. So what risks come with IF, and what should you know before giving it a try? In this encore presentation, Eat host Leslie Beck joins IF expert Dr. Krista Varady of the University of Chicago, Illinois to break down the various types of IF, and how to do it safely and effectively ...
All About Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy & Rybelsus
July 24, 2023 09:59 - 47 minutes - 46.2 MBLast year, Medcan director of weight management Dr. David Macklin predicted the diabetes medication semaglutide would be a game changer for those seeking help to lose weight. Now known by trade names like Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus, today semaglutide is advertised on billboards and in TV commercials — and the hashtag has more than 330 million views on Tiktok. So we invited back Dr. Macklin to get his perspective on the medication, now that it’s actually on the market and being used by hund...
The Outdoor Exercise Advantage
July 17, 2023 09:59 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBSomething about exercising in nature just makes you feel good. Hiking up a hill to enjoy forest views. Biking through the countryside. Even a walk through your community. And in fact, a new study suggests that working out in fresh air provides a special boost to your cognitive abilities – one that you won’t get if you exercise indoors. So how does exercising outside really affect your body? Here, Medcan CEO Shaun Francis sits down with the study’s lead authors, Dr. Olav Krigolson and Kathe...
What Changed Your Wellness?
July 10, 2023 09:59 - 33 minutes - 38.1 MBEat Move Think is all about giving you new ways to become the healthiest version of yourself. So in this special summer episode, we’ve challenged some of Medcan’s most wellness-obsessed teammates to tell us all about the content that changed the way they make their healthy choices. Hear about the media and pop culture that has made a big impact on Medcanners’ lives, and you might just find your next best read, watch or listen along the way. Follow along with the books, podcasts, films and...
Summer Weekend Wellness
July 03, 2023 09:59 - 27 minutes - 32.7 MBIf you’re anything like us, you’ve been waiting for the sunny days of summer. Between all the plans and trips you might have in store, it can be easy to let your healthy habits and routines fall by the wayside. So how can you optimize your wellness while you’re away? Join fitness managers Anna Topali and Tyler Kerr as they and their fitness team leads to find out. They provide tips and tricks to help you turn your weekend trip from a wellness challenge to a healthy cross-training opportunity...
Hormone Replacement Therapy & Menopause Misconceptions
June 26, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 51.9 MBDr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is the clinical director of women’s health and vitality at Medcan and leads the new perimenopause and menopause program. She’s a certified menopause practitioner and an advocate for the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Zelovitzky also has an unusual backstory that includes working on Bay Street before attending medical school while raising two young daughters. Here, she joins Director of Clinical Innovation Allison Hazell to talk about menopause misconce...
Designing Spaces to Promote Wellness
June 19, 2023 09:59 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBMedcan is expanding. There’s a summer pop-up in Muskoka’s Port Carling, a new location in Collingwood is coming soon and the Oakville location has been open for 18 months. The design in each of these spaces feels less medical and more high-end hotel. Elements like natural light and organic materials promote a sense of optimal wellness in visitors, encouraging relaxation and comfort regardless of the reason for the visit. So can our listeners learn from Medcan’s interior design choices, the...
How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Health
June 12, 2023 09:59 - 24 minutes - 24.1 MB“Worst air quality in a lifetime for many,” read the Weather Network app for many North Americans recently. Residual smoke from the wildfires in northern Ontario and Quebec created serious air pollution, causing Environment Canada to recommend that we avoid strenuous activities and limit our time outside. So how does wildfire smoke and air pollution affect our health, what can we do to protect ourselves, and are there ways to counteract health effects of wildfire smoke? Here, the Eat Move ...
How to Get Rid of A Headache
June 05, 2023 09:59 - 41 minutes - 47.2 MBWe’ve all had a headache that stopped our day in its tracks. To mark Migraine Awareness Month, we’re devoting an episode to the causes and cures for all sorts of headaches. That dull, throbbing pain could be caused by stress, poor diet, eye sight issues, or many other underlying conditions. So how can you know what is causing your headache? What is the best way to get rid of it, and how can you avoid them in the long run? Here, Dr. Peter Nord breaks down everything you need to know about g...
What Happens When You're Stressed?
May 29, 2023 09:59 - 38 minutes - 45.7 MBWhen you experience stress, your body releases a hormone called cortisol. So what exactly does the “stress hormone” do? Why is there an instinct to freeze in stressful situations, and what lifestyle changes could improve our ability to handle stress? Here, Medcan CEO Shaun Francis talks to the director of the UHN Krembil Research Institute, Dr. Jaideep Bains, an expert on stress, about how exactly stress affects our wellness—and why it’s so important to have healthy coping mechanisms when ...
Ultra-Processed People with Dr. Chris van Tulleken
May 22, 2023 09:59 - 34 minutes - 48 MB“If you’re eating something that came wrapped in plastic and contains even one ingredient that wouldn’t be found in most household kitchens, it is most likely ultra-processed food,” writes today’s guest, Dr. Chris van Tulleken. He’s an Oxford-educated infectious diseases doctor, with a Ph.D. in molecular virology, as well as a BBC television personality. His latest book, an international bestseller, is Ultra-Processed People: Why We Can’t Stop Eating Food That Isn’t Food. He says that North ...
Whole Genome Sequencing: One Year In
May 15, 2023 09:58 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBIn 2022, Medcan became the first wellness provider in the country to enter the age of truly personalized medicine by integrating whole genome sequencing into a comprehensive preventive health assessment — allowing clients access to the most advanced technology available to promote longevity and address potential future health concerns. Now, a year later, Medcan genetic counsellors look back and evaluate what they’ve learned. Who is getting their whole genome sequenced, and what impact has ...
Sleep Apnea and Medcan's New At-Home Sleep Study
May 08, 2023 09:59 - 21 minutes - 25.4 MB5.4 million Canadians are at high risk of experiencing or have been diagnosed with sleep apnea—and not all of them snore. Sleep apnea is the most common breathing-related sleep disorder, and spending the night in a hospital or clinic is an uncomfortable and inconvenient way to be diagnosed and get treatment. Here, Dr. Chris Chan, clinical director of Medcan’s new Sleep Program, explains who is at highest risk for sleep apnea, and he introduces a simple and evidence-based device that could...
Can Exercise Make You Smarter?
May 01, 2023 09:59 - 38 minutes - 43.7 MBFor years, scientific evidence has suggested that there could possibly be a link between exercise and cognitive function. A new study in Scientific Reports analyzed the genetic data of over 350,000 people to determine whether or not regular physical activity can really improve our brain health. So can working out really make us smarter? What type of exercise is best for our brains? Here, University of Geneva senior researcher and study lead author, Dr. Boris Cheval, joins Move host Dr. An...
How Your Friends Can Help You Live Longer
April 24, 2023 09:59 - 43 minutes - 46.4 MBDid you know that loneliness is associated with health risks as negative as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? When we think of a healthy lifestyle designed to promote longevity, we think of factors like diet, exercise or genetics. Rarely do we consider loneliness as a factor in determining how long we live. Yet according to loneliness expert Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Brigham Young University, “social connections have potent influences on health and l...
Answering the Questions Fitness Trainers Get Asked Most
April 17, 2023 09:59 - 35 minutes - 40.9 MBFitness trainers are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health and wellness. Here, Medcan fitness managers Anna Topali and Tyler Kerr lead some of our top trainers as they discuss science-based answers to the questions that come up again and again. Do women get bulky if they lift heavy weights? Will my sleep quality suffer if I work out at night? Is it OK to workout on consecutive days? Can I do cardio and resistance training on the same day? Is fasted cardio better for fat-loss, or is i...
Everything You Ever Needed to Know About Sunscreen
April 10, 2023 09:59 - 27 minutes - 36.9 MBAs the weather heats up, so does the talk about sunscreen. Reapply every 2 hours—or every 4 hours. Only use SPF 30 or higher…but maybe the SPF 15 in your moisturizer is okay. Here, Refine medical director Dr. Jonathan Levy clears up misconceptions about your skin and sunscreen. Learn why SPF 80 might not be as protective as you think, which UV rays your sunscreen is blocking, and how to know which brands will make you less likely to break out. Check out the episode webpage for links and ...
Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
April 03, 2023 09:59 - 34 minutes - 34.3 MBSleeping well is crucial for wellness. But for those of us who work at demanding jobs, it can be all too easy to sacrifice sleep. In fact, thanks also to streaming services and social media, society is as sleep deprived as we’ve ever been. So in this episode, Medcan chief medical officer Dr. Peter Nord talks with sleep deprivation expert Dr. Ann E. Rogers of Georgia’s Emory University. The two discuss the reasons we’re not getting the slumber we need—and share tips and tricks to maintain ...
The Latest on Personalized Nutrition
March 27, 2023 09:59 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBWhat’s the best way to lose weight, and keep it off for good? Does your body prefer a low-fat or a low-carb diet? The body’s metabolism rate, genes, and microbiomes can all affect the way we lose or gain weight. The good news? The field of personalized nutrition will likely soon be able to give you a full list of which foods will help your body lose weight, and which will contribute to weight gain. Medcan’s director of food and nutrition, Leslie Beck chats with Dr. Christopher Gardner, th...
Walking for Fitness
March 20, 2023 09:59 - 33 minutes - 38.7 MBMedcan trainers and doctors say that the single biggest change you can do for your wellness is to go from doing nothing, to doing something. For the non-smokers among us, the biggest change in your body happens when you go from a sedentary lifestyle to a simple fitness routine that you can gradually build on, and walking is one of the best ways to get that routine going. Here, Move host Dr. Andrew Miners chats with Dr. Ferreira, who recently started walking over 5km to work on a regular ba...
Can You Breathe Your Way to Better Mental Health?
March 13, 2023 10:59 - 31 minutes - 32.7 MBCan you breathe your way to a better mood and reduced anxiety? This week’s guest says it's possible! Medcan consulting psychologist Dr. Amanda Beaman chats with the medical director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University, Dr. David Spiegel, a physician. Dr. Spiegel's recent study with podcaster and neuroscientist Andrew Huberman revealed the mental well-being benefits of a kind of breathwork called cyclic sighing. Here, Dr. Spiegel explains how to perform cyclic sigh...
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Nutrition
March 06, 2023 10:59 - 35 minutes - 35.8 MBCan certain foods cure pre-menstrual syndrome? Do soy products cause breast cancer? And can a healthy diet help you conceive, or improve the symptoms of menopause? In this episode of Eat Move Think, we explore the world of women's nutrition. Guided by Medcan’s director of clinical innovation, Allison Hazell, our Eat expert, Leslie Beck, RD, and registered dietitian Joanna Stochla clear up the biggest misconceptions around nutrition for women, and provide a suggestion for what you should be i...
A Woman's Guide to Preventive Health
February 27, 2023 10:59 - 35 minutes - 46.2 MBAs we approach International Women’s Day, Eat Move Think begins a two-week look at wellness specifically for females. This week, Medcan senior medical advisor, and bestselling author of The New Woman’s Guide to Healthy Aging, Dr. Vivien Brown, provides an overview on all things preventive health, touching on everything from telomeres to stress, and the importance of self-education to promote brain health. If you’re a woman, it’s an inspiring—and empowering—way to focus on your own wellness...
Explaining Canada's New Alcohol Guidelines
February 20, 2023 10:59 - 42 minutes - 44.4 MBCanada’s new alcohol guidelines took a radically different approach. Most health recommendations provide advice on safe amounts of the substance in question. But Canada’s 2023 Guidance on Alcohol and Health tells us there is no safe amount when it comes to drinking spirits, wine or beer. Sidestepping any suggestion for specific consumption levels, they instead inform Canadians about the risk we incur for an alcohol-caused death at given consumption levels per week. To learn about the implica...
What Is Zone 2 Training, and How to Do It Right
February 13, 2023 10:59 - 45 minutes - 41.1 MBEveryone from Peter Attia to the Global Cycling Network is talking about zone-based fitness training. It’s gaining popularity as a way to optimize your workouts and train like an endurance athlete, all while making sure you don’t work too hard. So we contacted a global expert to determine whether it’s worth the hype. What is Zone 2 training, and how can you do it effectively—no matter your fitness level? Dr. Stephen Seiler is a professor at Norway’s University of Agder, and for decades he’...
Workplace Wellness Success Stories
February 06, 2023 10:59 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBWorkforces increasingly expect their employers to support their health and wellbeing—which is why Medcan created the Workplace Health and Wellness Strategy Playbook. In the latest episode of our weekly podcast, Eat Move Think, join such MAS physicians as Dr. Peter Nord, Dr. Alain Sotto, Dr. Matthew Burnstein and Dr. Aisha Khatib as they share first-hand experiences of best practices for workplace wellness, to promote engagement and productivity among employees. Check out the episode webpag...
What Do I Need to Know About Heart Disease?
January 30, 2023 10:59 - 39 minutes - 42 MBFebruary is Heart Health month, and with the heartiest (ahem) of holidays coming up, in the form of Valentine’s Day, what better time to bring attention to how you can keep your heart healthy and strong? Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, and is the first leading cause of premature death in women. Here, Medcan director of cardiology, Dr. Beth Abramson, joins Dr. Peter Nord to break down everything you need to know about heart disease, and the main risk factors that...
What Can I Do to Promote Mental Health?
January 23, 2023 10:59 - 31 minutes - 35.1 MBMary Deacon has been pioneering efforts to improve Canada’s mental health for 25 years. She’s the founding president of the CAMH Foundation and the founding chair of Bell Let’s Talk, which she still leads today. She’s also worked with Medcan CEO and True Patriot Love chair Shaun Francis on a million-dollar fund to support military members, Veterans and their families. Here, the two friends discuss the past, present and future of mental health in this country, with a view to providing us with...
How to Talk to Someone Who's Struggling
January 16, 2023 10:59 - 26 minutes - 33.5 MBOur conversations about mental health have changed in the past few years. Things that were considered taboo or inappropriate to mention are now commonly discussed. And that’s great, because authentic conversations can help to reduce stigma. So when your coworker or close friend discloses that they’re having a tough time, how can you provide the response they need? What’s the best way to set boundaries? What do you do if you don’t have the time to talk? And how can you take care of yourself? ...
How to Calm Your Mind
January 09, 2023 10:59 - 44 minutes - 56.7 MBEat Move Think is all about life hacks and wellness guidance to help you be at your best. So what happens when you place too much of a focus on productivity and goal-chasing? In productivity expert Chris Bailey’s new book, How to Calm Your Mind, he writes that “in an anxious world, the path to productivity runs through calm.” Here, Medcan consulting psychologist Amanda Beaman talks to Bailey about his own journey to calm, how our brains are affected by high levels of stress and anxiety, and ...
What Does A Genetic Counsellor Do?
January 02, 2023 10:59 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBGenetic technology is advancing quickly, and the information in our DNA will continue to grow more important to promoting human health and wellbeing in the decades to come. Genetic counsellors help people to understand the implications of the information locked in their genes. Counsellors can provide guidance on which genetic tests may be appropriate, and, once test results are in, they help the subject understand the meaning of the results. In this episode, Medcan genetic counsellors demyst...
How to Change with Dr. David Macklin
December 26, 2022 10:59 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBAh, the last week of the year. Hopefully it’s your chance to kick back, relax, and spend time with loved ones. The holidays can be a time of reflection as you reminisce on the past year, or maybe you’re planning your 2023 and setting some New Year's resolutions. So what’s the secret to making long-lasting, permanent change? In this encore episode, join Shaun Francis as he chats with weight management expert Dr. David Macklin for tips to create practical, achievable goals. Check out the epi...