Shows
Find your model health!#386 The Lowdown on Birth Control for All Ages with Dr Frances Yarlett.Today I welcome on Dr Frances Yarlett GP and team member at The Lowdown - a women's health review platform - to discuss contraception aka birth control. We discussed the pros and cons of the pill, IUD, the implant and more. We want you to be educated so you can make an informed decision about your choice of birth control and health overall.
In this conversation you will learn;
Options when it comes to birth control
Using birth control for pms and heavy bleeding in teens
Using birth control to manage perimenopause symptoms
Pros and cons of side effects including...2025-07-2556 min
Find your model health!#385 SIBO, FIBO, & Acid Reflux Explained; Root Causes & Solutions with Dr Justin Marchegiani🎙️ In this episode, I’m joined again by Dr. Justin Marchegiani Functional Medicine Practitioner, to dive deep into gut health issues like SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), FIBO (Fungal Overgrowth), and acid reflux. We discuss the root causes behind chronic bloating, gas, indigestion, and why many people struggle with stubborn digestive symptoms—even when eating “healthy.” Also my experience with SIBO over the last few months and the supplements and tools that helped me heal. We also share some anecdotes from some of our clients that have also dealt with these gut issues. Unfortunately something went haywire with the video - we are tryi...2025-07-2255 min
Find your model health!#379 Low Ferritin in Pregnancy, Hemochromatosis, Gout, & Estrogen Dominance with Morley Robbins.Morley is back for our 3rd conversation and I think this is our best one yet. This was more of a Q&A style conversation - questions coming from many of you and Morleys answers knocked it out of the park. We really hope you enjoy this conversation. Morley can almost say "arn" properly. ;)
In this conversation you will learn;
Low ferritin in pregnancy considerations
Testing iron and hemoglobin
Iron infusions (invasions as Morley calls them)
Hemochromatosis
Gout as it relates to iron, the liver and thyroid
Magnesium and the adrenals
Pain receptors and our emotional states influence by copper
...2025-06-0751 min
Find your model health!#378 Alcohol; All Or Nothing? Rethinking alcohol with Silvia Subirana.Are you curious about your relationship with alcohol? In this episode, I sit down with clinical psychologist Silvia Subirana to explore how to build awareness around your drinking habits, understand why you drink, and consider what moderation or an alcohol-free life could look like. This is an important conversation and we hope you find it helpful.
We discuss:
Why we turn to alcohol for stress, socializing, escape or relaxation
How to recognize unconscious drinking patterns
Tools for moderating or quitting alcohol
What sobriety or moderate drinking really means
The mental and emotional impact of alcohol
The hormonal and health impact...2025-06-0750 min
Find your model health!#373 RED LIGHT THERAPY; Gut health, migraines, pain, metabolism & more, with KINEON CEO Forest Smith.I had the most EPIC conversation on the podcast with KINEON CEO Forest Smith. Sooo many rabbit holes were visited! If you are not convinced that you need to try targeted red light therapy after listening to this conversation, then I don't know what to say. But I am confident you won't be disappointed in this podcast episode. You will learn the many ways red light therapy supports health and healing. What we discussed;
- My powerful experience treating SIBO with KINEON targeted red light therapy
- Healing the gut with PBMT (photo biomodulation therapy - another term for red...2025-04-2454 min
Find your model health!#370 Fasting and hormones, insight with Renee Fitton.In this conversation I welcomed Renee Fitton onto the podcast to discuss some different ideas around fasting and how appropriate it is for women (and men), especially during peri menopause and as we get older. You will see there are a lot of considerations when it comes to fasting and in many cases, jumping into a water only fast is not smart for many of us. We discuss how fasting can directly influence hormones in both a good and bad way - improving insulin, yet impairing others like thyroid and progesterone. Again, a lot to be considered. We hope you...2025-04-1556 min
Find your model health!#368 Pelvic health & prolapse in women & men with The Vagina Coach | Kim Vopni.In this podcast episode I welcomed "The Vagina Coach" Kim Vopni for an in depth conversation about pelvic health for both women and men. Often we think of pelvic health being only important for women but as you see in this conversation, it is equally as important for me. In this episode you will learn;
- why pelvic health is important for all at ALL ages
- why Kegels and pelvic exercises should not only be a focus post partum
- how current education around the pelvis and reproductive organs has done us all a disservice
- prolapse and the...2025-04-0358 min
Find your model health!#352 What to expect from the Universe in 2025 with Gigi FenyxThis week I welcomed back my friend and colleague Gigi to the show to help us wrap up 2024 and look at what we can expect from 2025. All good things I promise!!
I specifically wanted to have Gigi on the podcast as my last guest for 2024 because this year has been a challenging year for many of us (myself included) and Gigi has the perfect skillset and experience to lead us into the new year with hope and a brighter outlook of what could be. We both hope you really enjoy this conversation and if you have any feedback or comments...2025-01-0158 min
Find your model health!#303 Methylation, Inflammation, Vitamin D3 & more with Dr Sam Shay.EPIC is what this conversation is! I had this conversation with Dr Sam Shay earlier today and I wanted to share it asap because I know many of my followers, like me, like to nerd out on this stuff. Dr Sam did an incredible job delivering this information today and I think its understandable for most. I know you will love the conversation around inflammation, vitamin D3 and caffeine!
Although this is a totally listenable podcast episode, I highly recommend if you can to watch it, as Dr Sam provides slides and graphs that are super helpful. I have also...2024-01-131h 21
Find your model health!#242 Understanding binge & overeating with Dr Glenn LivingstonToday I had the immense pleasure of speaking to Dr Glenn Livingston for an hour+ on binge eating, emotional eating, creating bright lines and control, and more. I hope you enjoy it!! Please comment and let me know. :)
Glenn is a veteran psychologist, author of bestselling books "never binge again" and "101 best food rules" . He is also Co-Founder of Never Ever Again, Inc., a company which specializes in helping people stop binge eating and overeating, lose weight, and learn how to think like a permanently slimmer person on the diet and lifestyle of their choice.
He has spent several decades...2022-10-291h 01
Find your model health!#161 Understanding SIRTfoods and The SIRTfood dietThis one of my favorite episodes so far, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did recording it. You may or may not have heard of SIRTfoods before and the SIRTfood diet... its a super interesting and exciting area of nutrition and health. Where we can use specific foods to potentially signal genes, in order to get preferred activity from them. We learn about this cool area of nutritional science and how to implement in this weeks episode.
Please share with anyone you feel the information in these podcast episodes may help... help me, to help you, to...2020-09-1020 min
Find your model health!#160 This is exactly what I would do if I had Estrogen dominance.In this podcast episode I explain what I would do if I had estrogen dominance - how would I undo it, where would I start, what foods and supplements would I use. Check it out and reach out to me if you need any further help!
And please please share with anyone you feel this information may help. Help me, help you, to help others!xo2020-08-1931 min
Find your model health!#159 Why are apples awesomeA client asked me last week if I could explain to her why I promote apples so much and why specifically green apples. Hopefully this episode answers her question fully and encourages you to have an apple a day to keep the doctor away!
Please help me, help you, help others by sharing these episodes, you never know who's life you might be making a difference in. :)2020-08-0724 min
Find your model health!#158 The Elemental (and Semi Elemental) diet and who it is for.In this podcast episode we are learning about the Elemental diet and the 'Homemade Semi-Elemental diet' that I use with my clients to support gastric healing and gut repair. This is a great episode for anyone suffering with gut issues including inflammation of the intestines and esophagus, IBS, bloating, diarrhea and SIBO.
Please help spread the word of supporting good health, by sharing this episode with anyone you feel may benefit.2020-08-0424 min
Find your model health!#157 Group exercise classes VERSUS personal trainingIn this podcast episode we are looking at the pro's and con's of group exercise classes and one-to-one personal training. Which is going to be better for you and your health goals. Which is more affordable in the short and long term, and which is best for accountability.
I hope this episode helps you decide which route may be best for you. And if you have any questions at all, do not hesitate to reach out.
It would also help me immensely if you could share this podcast with anyone you feel would benefit. Help me, help you to help...2020-07-3024 min
Find your model health!#156 Understanding the importance of proteinProtein. Perhaps one of the most debated macronutrients in terms of how much is really needed, whether you are an athlete or just focusing on health and fat loss, protein is a very important factor. Protein is the predominate way to satisfy hunger but it is so much more, which is why this episode will hopefully help you better understand it's importance in you diet and health protocol.2020-07-0227 min
Find your model health!#Surviving summer - HETA guide ADD ON!This is an add on for The HETA guide to hopefully help you, it's members, survive the summer. Listen to each of the steps, especially step one about setting goals for the summer (from July 1 to September). Return to this episode and listen again if you are feeling you are in need of guidance or a reminder of how to balance your summer.2020-07-0130 min
Find your model health!#155 Iridology - What Your Eyes Can Tell You About Your Health🌟 NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🌟
In this weeks episode we are looking at "what the eyes can tell you about your health"... as well as looking at some of the common condition we see with eye symptoms, I also take you through a couple of Iridology signs that can maybe point you in the direction of what is going on with your eyes/health.
We discuss toxicity and where that can be seen in the Iris, the scurf ring and several other signs.
I really hope you find this topic as interesting as I do! đź‘€
Oh and as always please share with anyone yo...2020-06-1125 min
Find your model health!#154 Some facts and insight to help you understand your gutIn this weeks episode we are looking at some facts you may or may not have known about your gut and how it functions. I give some recommendations on gut support and practices, including looking at how sleep, anxiety and gut health are very much intertwined.
For reference I also mention episode #152 and #153 for sign your gut may be giving you through body parts. And also episode #093 on understanding the biotics family.2020-06-0428 min
Find your model health!#153 What your tongue can tell you about your healthIn our last episode we looked at the nails and the signs or indications they can give you towards the current state of your health. In this weeks episode we are following on with that trend and looking at what tongue signs can mean. These are simple effective tools that can be very helpful to you on your health journey.
As always, please share with anyone you feel might benefit from this information and help this valuable information reach and support more people.2020-05-2115 min
Find your model health!#152 What you nails can tell you about your healthWhen we pay attention to all this little signals adn signs our body gives us, they can direct us towards nutritional deficiencies, underlying health issues and things like that. This is especially important in our current time/environment, where many of us are learning to be our own doctor and are taking more responsibility for our own health.
So today I wanted to give you an over view about nail signs and what they can be telling you about your body, and what may be going on.2020-05-0821 min
Find your model health!#151 How to fight depressionFollowing on from EP #150 we are looking at natural ways to help fight depression. The steps in this episode are free and easy to implement... try a few of them and I promise you will reap the benefits while improving your mental health. NOW is the time to take responsibility for your health! You CAN do this! xo
It would mean the world to me if you could leave a review, it helps me and my information reach and help more people... helping to change lives for the better.2020-04-0940 min
Find your model health!#150 Depression and natural supportNow is the time that many people are getting hit hard by depression and depression symptoms... but let me tell you there is light at the end of the tunnel, there is a lot you can do to support yourself and your mental health during this time of pandemic and uncertainty. This podcast episode is one of two that looks at depression and what we can do to fight it naturally.
Please share with anyone you feel may benefit from this information and if you can find it in yourself to leave a review, that would mean the world to...2020-04-0938 min
Find your model health!#149 Bacteria, Viruses, Micoplasma & the immune systemIn this weeks episode we look at what viruses and mycoplasma are and how we can specifically target them with natural and herbal medicine, while also boosting our immune system. This is a resource that can be used all year round for many illnesses - not just targeted at the current coronavirus.
Taking a good defensive or preventative approach can help us prevent future infections, conditions and complications.
Please share with anyone you feel may benefit and it would mean the world to me if you could take a few minutes to leave a review, but only if you feel...2020-03-2531 min
Find your model health!#BONUS MINI CAST - What is a Cytokine storm as it relates to COVID-19A cytokine storm is one of the drives behind 'sepsis'... find out how it works or evolves through this mini podcast episode.2020-03-1906 min
Find your model health!#148 Sepsis as it relates to COVID-19One of the biggest concerns about this new Sars-COV-2 or better know as COVID-19 is the potential for sepsis to occur which can cause multiple organ failure and death.
So what is 'sepsis'? What are the symptoms? And what are the treatments?
Check out this weeks podcast episode to learn more and be sure to listen to the follow up short mini cast of "what is a cytokine storm as it relates to COVID-19".
As always please share with anyone you feel may benefit - if we can all understand our bodies a bit better it can help take a...2020-03-1933 min
Find your model health!#147 Kidney damage part 2In part 1 of 'kidney damage' we looked at what the kidneys do, what causes damage and what preventative measure we can look at taking.
In part 2 we go a bit deeper on kidney damage, testing, treatment and more. As always, please share with anyone you feel may benefit from these podcasts - it helps us reach the masses and helps people take responsibility for their own health. :)2020-03-1020 minFind your model health!#146 Kidney damage part 1In part 1 of this two part series on Kidney damage we look at what the kidneys are and what are some preventative measures we can take if future kidney health is a concern... in saying that though, a lot of what we look at in this weeks episode can be implemented to help support the kidneys is kidney damage or disease is already present.
As always, sharing is caring! Please share with anyone you feel may benefit from this information and help us reach the masses... which in turn empowers people to take responsibility for their health. :)2020-02-2618 minFind your model health!#145 The Atkins dietIn this weeks podcast episode we are looking at another popular eating style... or at least it used to be popular. Its "The Atkins diet". This is one of the first low carb diets that hit main stream and was actually a huge success. So lets look at what this eating style actually contains or advises.
As always, please share with anyone you feel may benefit. It helps us reach the masses and offer a little more support to people on their health journey.2020-02-1220 min
Find your model health!#144 The Mediterranean dietOver the next few weeks we will be reviewing different eating styles and how they work. I wanted to do this because even though you can google everything, that doesn't mean you will understand what google says. So if there is an eating style you have been interested in for a while... hopefully these podcasts will be helpful to you!
The first eating style we will look at is "the mediterranean diet"... next up will be "the Atkins diet".2020-01-2916 min
Find your model health!#143 Awesome reasons you should exercise in 2020For sure its that time of the year where many are taking up new exercise routines, which is great, but unfortunately many won't stick to them and I think one of the main reasons is because they don't quiet understand all the AMAZING benefits its yields. So lets take an in depth look and hopefully this episode enlightens and motivates you to a longer more active lifestyle.
As always please share with anyone you feel may benefit from this content and help us reach (and help) the masses :)2020-01-1519 min
Find your model health!#142 Understanding GoutGout is so common, and can effect anyone! There are many driving factors behind gout and what can bring on a flare. So in this weeks podcast we look at gout more in depth, what it is, symptoms, testing and treatment.
Please do share with anyone you feel may benefit to help us spread the word of good health and have a very Merry Christmas xo2019-12-1921 min
Find your model health!#141 Holiday stress and survival tips revisitedIf you are feeling the stress of Christmas already and are worried it's effecting your health and fat loss goals - then this weeks podcast is for you! We look at how to manage stress and some of my best biohacking tips to help you survive the holidays without doing to much damage to both the physical body and the mind.
Check it out and please share with anyone who may be feeling the Christmas pinch. Sharing helps us reach the masses and spread the word of good health :)2019-12-1226 min
Find your model health!#140 Strategic eating for the holidaysYay the holidays are here and I know we all want to enjoy them as much as possible - especially if 2019 has been a stressful year. And you CAN enjoy them, but strategically, if health and body weight are a priority to you.
So how can you navigate the holidays while staying focused on your health and weight goals?? Well check out this podcast episode to find out exactly what my clients and I will be doing.2019-12-0424 min
Find your model health!#139 Is fungus making you sickThere seems to be a lot of questions about yeast overgrowth lately -- more than I have seen in quiet a while actually. So I wanted to look at the topic a bit more. The symptoms, some causes, nutritional protocols, as well as natural supplements and medical support.
Pair this with EP #119 "Candida 101" for a full understanding of what might be going on with yeast in your body.2019-11-2732 min
Find your model health!#138 Tips to help beat cold or flu - or at least lessen the severityCold and flu season is well and truly here and I have been getting a lot message asking for help from people who feel a cold coming on or have already been struck down by the gods of winter. So I wanted to just record some tips for helping you deal with this cold and flu season a bit better :) .
Also be sure to go back and check out EP #097 and #098 that I recorded a year ago and go more in depth on what happens during cold and flu season, supplements and other lifestyle hacks.2019-11-1920 min
Find your model health!#137 Bioavailable minerals - fulvic acid and how to optimize minerals in your dietThe topic of 'minerals' is quiet an underrated topic I feel but they are SO IMPORTANT for optimal cellular health, energy and overall health.
Unfortunately a lot of us do not get enough minerals and especially not in their most bioavailable forms...which is what we look at in this weeks podcast, how to optimize minerals in your diet and as well as "fulvic acid". Check it out :)2019-11-1510 min
Find your model health!#136 Diarrhea eeekYou know that feeling that makes you go "uh oh, what did I eat?" or when you have go one of those 24 hour bugs that calls for your bathroom to be revamped after? Well that's what we are learning about in this weeks podcast..the in's and out's (literally) of diarrhea.
What causes it, what you can do about it and when to seek medical advice. Please share with anyone you feel may benefit for this episode :)2019-10-2017 min
Find your model health!#135 The microbiome dietPopularized at the end of 2018/start of 2019 - the microbiome diet touts to heal the gut and help with weight loss. Have you heard of it?
If not or if you would just like to enhance what you already know of the microbiome diet, check out this weeks episode where we go through all 'phases' and whats allowed and whats not on this eating template.
As always please share with anyone you feel may benefit and help us reach the masses ;)2019-10-1724 min
Find your model health!#134 Is blue light destroying your sleep, brain and overall healthHave you heard people talking about 'blue light' and how it may be 'hurting you'?
Well its a topic that's growing in popularity for sure but not many people quiet understand what blue light is and how it is effecting them...if your one of those people and you want to learn more to protect your family, especially if you have kids in school or teens who are always 'online'...then this podcast is for you!2019-10-0222 min
Find your model health!#133 Microgreens and kidney stones"Do micro greens give you kidney stones?"
This is a great question that was sent to me from a follower last week... listen to this weeks podcast episode to find out the answer.2019-09-1814 min
Find your model health!#132 Red meat causes cancer and heart disease, true or falseWith popularity for the ketogenic and carnivore diet on the rise, its not surprising people have questions on whether or not eating red meat is going to effect their health...especially when articles/ studies like the one below... that a client sent to me, are floating around.
So I wanted to delve into this article a bit and discuss what may be going on :)
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/red-meat-consumption-linked-to-increased-risk-of-total-cardiovascular-and-cancer-mortality/2019-09-0411 min
Find your model health!#131 Napping do's and don'tsTo wrap up our series on 'biohacking sleep', in this 4th episode we are going to look at the 'do's and don'ts of napping' --- including the best way to nap and how long you should nap for. We also look at the best ways to sleep on a flight
Enjoy and please share with anyone you feel may benefit.2019-08-2213 min
Find your model health!#130 Biohacking sleep Part 2Following on from our last episode, part 2 of Biohacking sleep looks at supplements, teas, foods and tracking sleep. We also look at how going to bed and waking up at the same time of the day may be more beneficial for sleep quality.
Have fun implementing some of these hacks and I wish you the best of luck on your sleep journey :)2019-08-0940 min
Find your model health!#129 Biohacking sleep Part 1I do apologize for this episode being so long but its the first time I have gone real in depth on hacking your sleep and the protocols I use and encourage in my clients....and because its such an important topic I wanted to be sure we covered as much as possible.
Replay, rewind, take notes, share - I promise the information in this episode has been shown to help optimize sleep. Be sure to watch out for Part 2 where we look at supplements, drinks, food do's and don't for hacking your sleep.2019-08-0848 min
Find your model health!#128 Insomnia and some solutionsSo many people have issues with sleep and its often fobbed off as not a big deal. People don't recognize that a lot of the symptoms they are dealing with are correlated with poor sleep quality....inflammation, increased cravings, struggles losing fat and cognitive impairment are just a few.
In this weeks podcast we take a 'brief' look at what could be causing your insomnia or sleep struggles and what may help solve it. Over the next few weeks there will be more 'in depth' podcasts on biohacking sleep -- so keep an eye out for them ;)2019-07-2422 min
Find your model health!#128 Fluoride back in out water, good or bad? with Dr. DicksonFor those of you that didn't get to watch all of my interview with Dr. Dickson LIVE on whether or not it is a good idea to add fluoride back into Calgarys municipal system....or for those of you that couldn't stand the poor video quality on my part from teenagers downloading on the wifi.....the interview has been converted to podcast. You still get the full benefits and information load. Please reach out if you have questions. And be sure to check out www.safewatercalgary.com if you would like to sign the petition :)2019-07-1058 min
Find your model health!#127 Limitations to fat lossThere are so many things that could be standing in the way of or slowing down your fat loss results --- so many things that people don't think of. So in this weeks podcast we look at the 'basics' of what could be limiting your fat loss. We discuss insulin, portions, nutrient deficiencies and of course stress and mindset.
Enjoy and please feel free to share with someone who may benefit and help us reach the masses ;)2019-06-2636 min
Find your model health!#126 Swelling, fluid retention and circulationA lot of us can experience increased swelling and fluid retention at this time of year -- a few of my clients pop to mind. So I wanted to put together this podcast episode, to highlight the causes of swelling and puffiness, along with what I do and recommend to help with circulation and managing said swelling.
*I forgot to mention in the episode that lymph drainage, massage and body brushing can be awesome for lymph congestion and improving circulation.
I hope you find this informative and please do share with anyone you feel will benefit....this time of year...2019-06-1236 min
Find your model health!#125 Macronutrients 101 (for fat loss)Understanding macronutrients and how to count them can seem daunting to many --- but its really not that hard at all. In this weeks episode we go through if counting macros is for you, how to do it and why it might be a great tool for you.
As always please share with anyone you feel may benefit from the information in these podcast episodes :)2019-05-3022 min
Find your model health!#124 The menstrual cycle for fat loss and muscle gainIts not an uncommon question --- "does my menstrual cycle impact my fat loss or muscle gaining efforts?". The answer is YES, yes it does!
In this weeks podcast I hope to shed a bit more light on this question and how to plan your training and nutrition around your menstrual cycle to optimize your fat loss results.
As always, please share with anyone you feel may benefit and help us reach the masses :)2019-05-2224 min
Find your model health!#123 Menstrual cycle 101Believe it or not --- not many females understand how their menstrual cycles works and I really wanted to lay the ground work this week for the follow up podcast next week on 'The menstrual cycle and weight loss'.
Even if weight loss is not your goal, its super important to have a good understanding of how your body works because the majority of us want to be healthy regardless of our weight. Listen, enjoy and commit to being a life long learner for your body. Oh and remember sharing is caring ;)2019-05-0905 min
Find your model health!#122 Understanding SalicylatesSalicylate load and intolerance can effect many people and your tolerance load can depend on ability to detoxify on a daily basis....but what are the symptoms of salicylate overload?
Well there is headaches and migraines, inflammation, fatigue and mood issues like irritability to name a few.
Check out this weeks podcast to uncover more of the causes and symptoms of a salicylate overload and what you can do to support your body.2019-05-0110 min
Find your model health!#121 Detoxing or always ToxingD E T O X I N G or always T O X I N G?
This is a case of 'do you really understand whats going on in your body?'.
It definitely that time of the year when more talk about detoxing is popping up as people hope to 'clean house' before summer. And because we detox DAILY, I feel it the perfect time to look at this topic and how to support our bodies detox properly.2019-04-2522 min
Find your model health!#120 Insulin sensitivity and resistance 101Insulin resistance --- Did you know that if you fat cells are insulin resistant you can actually lose fat?
Most of us are insulin resistant on some level but most people don't understand exactly how insulin resistance works and effects different tissues. In this weeks podcast episode we look at the basics of insulin sensitivity and resistance throughout different parts of the body. And also how to TEST for resistance and start to improve it.2019-04-1724 min
Find your model health!#119 Candida 101Candida can be a nightmare for many people, but there are also many people that suffer with symptoms but are not aware that it might be Candida that's behind it all.
In this weeks podcast episode we look at some of the symptoms of Candida and how we might start addressing them. This episode is packed with easy to understand information and tools that you can implement immediately.
Remember, sharing is caring xo2019-04-1022 min
Find your model health!#118 Hormones and body shapeA quick glance at a friend body tells you right away something is different right?! Her hips are different, maybe her tummy is flatter, butt is rounder and this can all tell us something.
It gives us a bit of insight to what is happening with hormones and what may be the best fat loss protocol to take....but not only that, it tells us that one size does not fit all.
This is one of the reasons I like to 'see' a client, so I can get an idea of where their body fat is distributed and combine that...2019-04-0323 min
Find your model health!#117 Eating simple for successSome of my most successful clients eat S I M P L Y on a daily basis --- this does not negate the nutritional density or tastiness of the meal but definitely helps with their success.
In this weeks podcast episode we look at - having a plan, making your meals functional on every level and how hyper stimulatory food choices make your journey tougher.
As always, sharing is caring - if you know anyone that may benefit from this information, then please share. Lets all help make our world a healthier place.2019-03-2723 min
Find your model health!#116 Combating AcneAcne is something that roughly 85% of young adults have to deal with, even some of us in adulthood are subdued to this annoying manifestation, and the severity of the Acne determines the type of scarring you may be left with as a grown adult. There are so many factors such as Hygiene, diet and gut health, genetic make up and more…..which we look at more in depth in this weeks podcast.
Remember sharing is caring, if you know just one person that may benefit from this information -- please share with them :)2019-03-1919 min
Find your model health!#115 10 Rules for Fat LossSo yes there are many variables that can impact whether or not you lose FAT but in this podcast I give a 'general' guideline on 10 rules that will help get you in a good starting place to losing fat before the summer....can I get a WHOOP WHOOP?
Be sure to take notes -- especially the little hack on how to decipher a label when in a jam! And remember, sharing is caring xo2019-03-1328 min
Find your model health!#114 Eating frequency -- how often should you eatSound familiar? -->
"Then there's those people that end up binging at the end of the day...they have a small breakfast and lunch but they are trying to count calories, they think their metabolism works like a calculator and by the time they get home they have so much hunger, cravings and no energy, not even energy to fight cravings....not only do they not want to go out for a walk or do exercise but they eat dinner and keep eating until they pass out in a insulin coma and then repeat this the next day until they...2019-03-0625 min
Find your model health!#113 Surviving menopause naturallyMenopause is a naturally occurring transition in a woman’s life. It is a period wherein women undergo a lot of changes in their bodies. In this weeks podcast we look at the symptoms of menopause, some short term add in to make this stage in your life a bit easier, what you want to do in the long term and we touch a bit on HRT or hormone replacement therapy. Check it out and remember sharing is caring, even if its just with one person that will benefit from this knowledge.2019-02-2726 min
Find your model health!#112 Are you in peri menopause?In this weeks highly anticipated podcast episode we are looking at PERI MENOPAUSE. Are you in it? What are the symptoms? What happens during this time and what can you do to make this part of your journey a bit more enjoyable?
Peri menopause can start anywhere from age 35 and onwards --- so I think this podcast will be super informative for all women (and even some men lol).2019-02-2024 min
Find your model health!#111 The importance of being bileIn this weeks podcast we are learning to understand our bile a bit better and how its super important to good health!
"So your liver constantly makes bile, its constantly trickling out and if you have a gallbladder it gets store there and gets concentrated by up to 10 times then when u eat it gets pumped out to emulsify fats and you absorb or eliminate fats. But if you have no gallbladder, so you have had your gallbladder removed - your getting a constant trickle of bile out of the liver that goes straight into the bowels and its not...2019-02-1315 min
Find your model health!#110 Gallstones and the gallbladderGallstones and gallbladder issues are prevalent in society now days --- The world gastroenterology organization calls is a 'Global burden'.
Many will see no symptoms of gallstones and many will be inflicted with severe pain :( .
In this weeks podcast we hope to shine a bit of light on what gallstones are, the stages and types of gallstones. And some natural preventative measures. Please be sure to share with anyone you feel may benefit for this information.2019-02-0620 min
Find your model health!#109 How to choose a multivitaminChoosing a MULTIVITAMIN can be a pain or even choosing a good quality supplement -- I'm constantly getting asked 'is this any good?'. So I put together a podcast episode that would help guide you though, whats a good form of a certain vitamin or mineral, and what to look for when purchasing a good multivitamin. Use this episode as a source of reference and please share with anyone you feel may benefit :)2019-01-3014 min
Find your model health!#108 The missing link part 2Last week in part 1 of The missing link we looked at what might be slowing down or putting handbrakes on your results....this week we put further emphasis on that missing link or the components you may be missing in your diet and lifestyle -- and how they are SO important for cellular health, hormones and thus fat burning.
Remember sharing is caring! Please share with anyone you feel needs a little health support :).2019-01-2313 min
Find your model health!#107 The missing link part 1Your working your butt off in the gym and you think your eating is 'good' -- yet your not seeing the results you want or deserve. Why?
In this weeks podcast we look at what the missing link could be and how important it is for you to enforce changes in the body. Check it out and please feel free to share with someone you feel may benefit from this weeks episode.2019-01-1611 min
Find your model health!#106 Oxygen for weight lossWhat if I told you the simple act of getting more OXYGEN into your body could increase your FAT BURNING abilities? Or that the right kind of oxygen could improve LEPTIN RESISTANCE?
Well vitamin O may in fact be the one essential nutrient your body is not getting enough of and because of this you are not seeing the results you desire. Find out more in this weeks podcast and REMEMBER, sharing is caring ;)2019-01-0914 min
Find your model health!#105 Understanding hunger and cravings (hormones)Humans are complicated and there are so many overlapping factors that regulate your metabolism, hunger and cravings. This podcast will explain some of the gut-brain signals that regulate hunger, cravings and metabolism; leptin, neuropeptide Y, cholecystokinin and ghrelin specifically.
Because when we KNOW better, we are better equipped at understanding why we make good or bad choices in regards to our food etc2019-01-0316 min
Find your model health!#104 BONUS EPISODE - Acid reflux causes and natural aidsAcid reflux can effect even the best of us and can be even more of a pain around the holidays with the extra food, alcohol and stress. Prevention is always key but just in case you need -- I have included some natural aids you can implement to ease your discomfort.
Check out this BONUS EPISODE where we look to understand acid reflux.2018-12-0515 min
Find your model health!#103 Gut bugs and obesityIt has been known for decades that gut bacteria synthesize essential vitamins and amino acids and help degrade toxins. But during the past decade, it has become clear that the influence of the microbiome on health and weight may be even more profound than we thought.
Check out this weeks podcast where we look at how the different gut bugs may be slowing down your results or putting a stop to it altogether!2018-11-2817 min
Find your model health!#102 BCAAs and weight lossIn this weeks episode we are looking at Branch Chain Amino Acids or BCAAs -- how they work and how they may be slowing down your fat loss results. To my surprise, not as many people as I thought, know about BCAAs. So hopefully this podcast and its topics will continue to be an education resource for people to refer back to as they need :).2018-11-2111 min
Find your model health!#101 Love handles and estrogen dominanceEstrogen dominant fat tissue or stubborn fat can be a pain. It starts less than 2mm under the skin and has a terrible blood and nerve supply -- this makes it resistant to diet, exercise and supplementation.
In this weeks podcast we look at those love handles and why they are so difficult to get rid of.2018-11-1408 min
Find your model health!#100 Top Cancer fighting foodsRates of cancer, unfortunately have been trending upwards at a scary rate and its clear that we need to turn our focus more towards prevention.
There are of course, MANY health aspects to consider in cancer prevention, but in this podcast we are just focusing on the top cancer fighting foods.2018-11-0719 min
Find your model health!#099 Anti-inflammatory foodsStudies show that inflammation is one of the main driving factors behind illness and disease, due to its ability to damage cells and slow down functions in the body. O, this week we are looking at some of the best ANTI-INFLAMMATORY foods -- how they work and how you can easily integrate into your days to bring down and protect your body from inflammation.2018-10-1616 min
Find your model health!#098 Cold and flu season Part 2 - supplements for the immuneIn part 1 of this podcast series on cold and flu season, we looked at lifestyle and nutrition interventions to support your immune --- this week we are looking at supplements including herbs, adaptogens and other household ingredients that you can use to support your immune system this season.2018-10-1020 min
Find your model health!#097 Cold and flu season Part 1 - supporting the immune'Tis the season.......COLD AND FLU season that is. And its about time you started to support your immune system instead of fighting it. Lets make those cold and flu symptoms a little lighter and shorter. Part one of this podcast looks at how to support the immune through your lifestyle.2018-10-0422 min
Find your model health!#096 What stress does to the bodyStress is SO much more than just an invisible 'emotion'. Stress can have a huge impact on your body, in particular hormones and nutrient deficiencies. So this weeks podcast we look at the viscous cycle that occurs in your body when there is a stress and why you may not be getting the results you want through your diet and exercise.2018-09-2816 min
Find your model health!#095 Vitex or Chaste berry for womenYou may not feel the title of this podcast is going to be useful to you buy you will be surprised --- Vitex is a very powerful herb and in this weeks podcast we look at how I use it to help with PMS, to regulate periods and support sleep.2018-09-2016 min
Find your model health!#094 The immune systemWhat exactly does the immune system do?
When we talk about certain topics in health it is important to understand what we are talking about an how it works. The immune system is the body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders. It is made up of a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect the body.
Check out this weeks podcast where we look at how the 2 sides of the immune system work.2018-09-1309 min
Find your model health!#093 The biotics familyDid you know there are 6 members in 'The Biotics Family'?!
Most people know of the antibiotics, prebiotics and probiotics but not of the other members --- postbiotics, modbiotics and symbiotics. Check out this weeks podcast where we discuss how each of these work and how they play a part in your health.2018-09-0722 min
Find your model health!#092 12 Stages of Intermittent fastingThere are many stages of intermittent fasting that we must go through while our body adapts to this new lifestyle. Some people will go through all stages and some will only visit a few. In this weeks podcast we look lightheartedly at what each stage means.
Remember, sharing is caring - if you know anyone that may benefit for the information in these podcasts, please share. Lets change the world together!2018-08-2913 min
Find your model health!#091 Collagen RevisitedThis week we are revisiting Collagen and giving you some back story on Collagen, a bit more education about what it is, where it comes from, how you lose Collagen, what affects Collagen, Collagen and your gut and how Collagen relates to vitamin deficiencies.
So if you have been looking for more information on Collagen or wondering weather or not this is a supplement for you - hopefully this weeks podcast helps with your decision.2018-08-2122 min
Find your model health!#090 What I wish my mom had told meThere are some things I wish my mom had told me when I was younger - about the long term implications of not taking care of my body. A conversation with a client about long term body dis-morphia and skin damage is what spawned the topic for this weeks podcast.
If you are struggling to talk to a kid or teen about their weight or health then this podcast might just be the answer.2018-08-0715 min
Find your model health!#089 Understanding pH in your bodyI hope that with this podcast we can clear up some of the misunderstandings about pH in the body - acidity and alkalinity and their places in good health. Balance is important especially in pH.2018-08-0111 min
Find your model health!#088 The AdrenalsDid you know that if you experience constipation instead of lose stools or feel wired/anxious after taking a high dose of vitamin C , can be a sign of adrenal issues?! And that the adrenals play a part if everything from your weight to your blood pressure.
Its important to know some of your anatomy or body, and this weeks podcast aims to do just that --- teach you about the adrenals.2018-07-2609 min
Find your model health!#087 Gut bugs de-bugged90% of your microbiome is made up of two phylum’s, the Firmicutes, and the Bacteroides. There is a lot of research going into these two bacteria because the more we learn about gut health, the more links there are to obesity and disease epidemics --- check out this weeks podcast as we chat a bit more about these two bugs and how they work.2018-07-1116 min
Find your model health!#086 Fat fallaciesThis week, I'm sure i will get some backlash for this podcast because it is a sensitive subject ---- but I want to discuss an emerging trend that states that 'being over weight does not necessarily mean you are not healthy'. I feel this is an important topic and I want people to have the correct information. I am in no way promoting 'skinniness' but I am always promoting 'health first'.2018-07-0414 min
Find your model health!#085 Cortisol part 2 - Low cortisolLow cortisol is very overlooked or people misunderstand it for adrenal fatigue ---- in this weeks podcast we look at the signs and symptoms of cortisol and how to start bringing our cortisol back in line with our circadian rhythm.
If you are cortisol depleted, you will feel pretty crappy having aches and pains all over. Cortisol must be balanced. There is no other way of putting it and hopefully this weeks podcast will point you in the right direction.2018-06-2922 min
Find your model health!#084 Cortisol part 1 - High cortisolKnowing your body and how it functions is super important for many reasons. Knowing your cortisol is one of the many functions that probably is more important to know. It affects so many aspects of your health and can help to explain why you feel the way you do. High cortisol is a HUGE issue for many. Check out this weeks podcast to find out whats going on with cortisol and how to address it.2018-06-2225 min
Find your model health!#083 Estrogen dominanceEstrogen dominance is a hormonal condition that can cause several undesirable symptoms in both women and men --- and can lead to serious health complications down the road if ignored. Simply put, too much of the female sex hormone, estrogen, floating around in your bloodstream.
Signs of estrogen dominance are heavy painful periods, migraines, cellulite, stubborn fat around mid section and butt. Check out this weeks podcast where we look more into this common issue.2018-06-1524 min
Find your model health!#082 PCOS or poly cystic ovarian syndromePolycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS patients have an increased incidence of metabolic syndrome, and one of the driving factors behind this is insulin. Take a listen to this weeks podcast where we look at what PCOS is and how it happens.2018-06-0506 min
Find your model health!#081 Histamine intolerance or overloadHistamines are naturally occurring neurotransmitters or chemicals in your body - there are 4 and each have a different job to do. If there is anything that’s bothering your body, histamines help you get rid of that.
In this weeks podcast we look at HISTAMINE INTOLERANCE or OVERLOAD. What are the symptoms, what to do about it and what are my favorite supplements to address this issue.2018-05-3025 min
Find your model health!#080 Eating out hacksStudies show that the food you typically eat when you’re not home is nutritionally worse in every way than the food you eat at home.
Nearly all food chains have added healthier options to their menus — if you know how to look for them. You can use the tips in this weeks podcast to help making eating when not at home easier and still playing in favor of your health goals.2018-05-2419 min
Find your model health!#079 Preparing your body for pregnancy part 2In this weeks podcast we are covering part 2 of 'preparing your body for pregnancy. We look at how nutrition and stress play a huge part in fertility and having a successful healthy pregnancy. I also list some of the vitamins and nutrients that are essential before and during pregnancy.2018-05-1720 min
Find your model health!#078 Preparing your body for pregnancy part 1This preparing for pregnancy podcast will be a two part series so you can take your time to really absorb the information because this is a very important topic and the act of creating life should not be taken lightly.
Please share with anyone that you think may benefit - sharing is caring!2018-05-0918 min
Find your model health!#077 VertigoVERTIGO - its more common than we think!
Vertigo is a kind of dizziness that occurs even if you're not doing anything or if you're just making slight movements. So movement when non exists.
In this weeks podcast we dive into the types, causes and symptoms of vertigo and some treatments you can implement to help alleviate this struggle xo2018-05-0218 min
Find your model health!#076 Vinegar can help (with pretty much everything)No doubt, you’ve seen the lists of the amazing super powers of apple cider vinegar for addressing many health concerns but are you really sure on why vinegar (all vinegar) is good for you? Check out this weeks podcast for a clearer understanding why vinegar should be a staple in your daily lifestyle.2018-04-1716 min
Find your model health!#010 SLEEP part 2There's just so much - so much information and studies when it comes to sleep! I try to give my best information and tips here that you can use but if I missed anything then contact me on facebook or my website Chemaine's Model Health ;)2016-11-1121 min