Today we have Dr. Maille Devlin, ND, and Dr. Christine Chung, ND of The Well Company on the show to discuss the importance of corporate wellness. The modern-day workplace does not always promote healthy habits, including but not limited to unhealthy food choices, sitting for hours on end, and stress. This not only affects the employee's health but their performance and fulfillment at work. Dr. Maille Devlin, ND, and Dr. Christine Chung, ND founded The Well Company to help educate companies on ho...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Today we have the great Melissa Biscardi of the Rehab Lab on the show to discuss her new app called the Brain Tool Kit. Melissa is an experienced clinician and researcher that specializes in brain health and concussion recovery. She developed this app to be used on its own as a fantastic brain health tool but can also be used in a clinical setting to help with concussion recovery. This was a great episode that touches on topics like preventing mental decline, the many benefits of using the Brain...
Mar 23, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Do you like most people today spend way too much time infront of screens and devices? These displays emit significant amounts of blue light that in large amounts of extended use can cause health issues and dramatically disrupt your circadian rhythm. Is all blue light bad? Are there measures that we can take to reduce the amount of blue light we absorb? Should we be taking supplements to help us be more in touch with our circadian rhythm? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Marissa Canning, ND & ...
Mar 17, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 26
People come to Veganism for many different reasons, such as animal rights, ecological or health. What they all have in common are certain nutritional deficiencies. Today we sit down with the great Dr. Maille Devlin, ND to offer practical nutritional advice and shed light on many of the pitfalls Vegans face. To learn more about Maille you can find her at www.mailledevlin.com and on Instagram @dr.mailledevlin.nd You can learn more about The Well Company at www.thewellcompany.ca and on Instagram @t...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Today we have the wonderful Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell, ND on the show to shed some light on the misuse of NSAIDs. NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) have anti-inflammatory, analgesic (pain-killing), and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties but what are the risks of long-term use. Some estimates suggest that each year more than 100,000 patients are hospitalized in the US alone for NSAID-related GI complications. Join in as she sheds light on some things to look out for and offers som...
Mar 04, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, Max and Mark sit down with the great Melissa Biscardi of the Rehab Lab to discuss the pillars of brain health. Melissa is a Brain Crusader and has helped countless people get hold of their brain health. Whether you have had a concussion or simply looking to optimize your brain function, Melissa offers some incredible insights, tips and sheds light on some misconceptions. We also dig into Melissa's fantastic new app call the Brain Toolkit which offers fun and challenging brain ex...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today we have Zachary De Rose on the show to discuss the importance of sleep. Zachary is a 2nd-year student of naturopathic medicine and is very passionate about using his knowledge of health, nutrition, meditation, and exercise to help others. We dig into topics such as the importance of REM, the health implications of low-quality sleep, and also share some great tips for getting to sleep and staying asleep.
Feb 17, 2021•42 min
Today we have Courtney Russell ND with us to discuss pregnancy nutrition. Courtney has such a wealth of knowledge and experience working as a naturopathic doctor and birth doula. She offers some incredible insights on what foods and supplements you should be focusing on and tips for making room for gentle lifestyle changes. This is such a great episode not just for expecting mothers but anyone looking to gain true insight into the importance of nutrition at all stages of life. Courtney and her h...
Feb 10, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 21
We have Matt O'Connor, a close friend of Max's on the show to discuss his major weight loss and lifestyle transformation. Matt had a life-changing event that he used as the catalyst to turn his life around. He's lost nearly a hundred pounds, was able to drop all his meds, and now has a new outlook on life that includes self-compassion, discipline and, a desire to help and motivate others. He offers so many great practical tips that are both practical and sustainable. Hope that you enjoy the show...
Feb 03, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Today we have the great Marisa Ricci | C.H.N. (@theholisticseedling) to talk about candida and more specifically its major symptoms, the candida diet, food eliminations, dispelling myths and so much more. Marissa was originally drawn to helping people with candida issues after she had dealt with many candida issues herself and was frustrated by how she wasn't able to get any clear answers or diagnosis. You can truly feel her passion for the subject.
Jan 27, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 19
The leaky gut syndrome can be a very tricky thing to diagnose and often a mystery to the people suffering from it. Symptoms often include bloating, gas, cramps, food sensitivities, and aches and pains. Today we had the great Dr. Sofie Deforges-Bell on the show to educate us on what you can do to avoid it or heal if you've already been diagnosed.
Jan 20, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 18
ADHD is a major topic. Especially to those diagnosed with it. Is there anything we can do to prevent it? Or if we or our children are diagnosed, is there anything we can do to reverse it? We are super grateful to have had Dr. Arlene Dubier on the show to discuss it with us and offer some incredible advice.
Jan 14, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 17
We had a great candid yet informational conversation with Dr. Victoria Laliberte ND to discuss all things periods, the menstrual cycle, ovulation and what partners can do to help ease painful periods. This episode was more conversational as Mark, Calvin and Katie jumped in as well. We all learned a lot and I'm sure you will too. Enjoy.
Jan 08, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 16
With the New Year just around the corner and with that, many lofty resolutions, we felt what better time to dig deeper into one of the more controversial diets around, the Keto diet. Today we have the fantastic Dr. Morgan Ramsay with us to break down the Keto diet. The good, the bad, and what to look out for if you're considering this diet in 2021.
Dec 30, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 15
We left the mics running a little longer after our last podcast with the fantastic Dr. Maille Devlin. Listen in as Mark, Max, Calvin and Maille candidly discuss topics like Pizza Pop hangovers and sleepless nights with newborns. Hope you enjoy.
Dec 23, 2020•7 min
Stress! We all face it at some point, whether it be deadlines, feeling overwhelmed, or simply global pandemics. However, not all stress is bad stress. Today we graciously have Dr. Maille Devlin ND with us to discuss what too much stress can do to our bodies and minds, what are some healthy and not so healthy ways to cope, and how to differentiate between good and bad stress. This was a compelling conversation, so we hope you enjoy it.
Dec 22, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 14
We have a real treat for today's episode of Your Health Minute podcast. Max sat down with our very own Jon O'Farrell to shed light on some of the more common ways certain supplement manufacturers cheat you the consumer. Jon has over 26 years of experience in the supplement world, so you could say that he's seen it all and nothing irks him more than unethical supplement companies. Prepare to be educated on what to look out for when choosing the right supplement for you.
Dec 16, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Bonus episode! We kept the mics running a little longer on our last episode and the conversion becomes a little looser and certainly more candid.
Dec 11, 2020•22 min
Today we have the fantastic Melissa Biscardi from the Rehab Lab in Toronto to discuss all things concussions. She breaks down what to do if you have one, some preventative measures, and clearing up some misconceptions. You can find more about Melissa at www.rehablab.ca This episode is brought to you by AquaOmega, your premium Omega-3 supplement. www.myaquaomega.com
Dec 10, 2020•40 min
If you or anyone you know has suffered from depression, this is the episode for you. Today we sit down with Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell ND to discuss the differences between being down or in a funk and clinical depression, shed light on major misconceptions and offer helpful tips and advice. Hope you enjoy the episode.
Dec 02, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 11
We have a special edition for this week's podcast. We were graciously invited to the Dietitian Rehab Podcast with Doug Cook RDN to discuss all things Omega-3s and what to look for when choosing an Omega-3 supplement. This episode is packed with information and tips, so be sure to tune in.
Nov 21, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today we have the great Dr. Arlene Dubier ND with us to discuss all things adult acne and acne in general. Often just an aesthetic concern, it may indicate a larger, underlying medical condition. Tune in to learn more.
Nov 14, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Today we have the fabulous Dr. Victoria Laliberte ND here with us to discuss male fertility, what you can do to improve it, should men be taking prenatal supplements and so much more. Tune in!
Nov 04, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Did you know that the brain uses DHA not just to build tissue but also to help it function optimally? Today, Max sits down with the great Doug Cook RD, The Gut Brain Guy to dig deeper.
Oct 28, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Would you like to learn natural ways to improve your immunity? We are pleased to have Dr. Olivia Rose ND from Rose Health Clinic with us today to discuss immunity and natural ways to increase it.
Oct 09, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In today's episode we have the great Ashten Buck with us to discuss candida and so much more.
Sep 30, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Today Max sits down with Maille Devlin, BSc., Naturopathic Medical Graduate to discuss the interconnectedness of the heart and brain and what you can do to optimize their general health.
Sep 23, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 4
We are grateful to have the wonderful Dr. Arlene Dubier ND in with us today to shed some light on infertility, its causes, and what both males and females can do to better their chances of conception.
Sep 14, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
When it comes to concussions and traumatic brain injury, prevention truly is the key to maintaining optimal brain health. It remains the best point of intervention as it can be difficult to repair and reverse any brain damage incurred from those incidents, not to mention the increased susceptibility to secondary injuries. Today we have the great Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell with us to shed some light on prevention, recovery and offer practical tips.
Sep 08, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Postpartum depression affects many mother's and its effects can be extremely challenging when dealing with a newborn. Today we have the great Dr. Olivia Rose with the Rose Health Clinic to shed some light and offer practical advise.
Sep 01, 2020•31 min
