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Eat Move ThinkBest Diets for 2025In this episode, Leslie Beck, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Food and Nutrition, discusses the US News & World Report’s Best Diets rankings. This year marks the 15th year in a row that the US News & World Report has published these diet rankings, which were released in early January. Sixty-nine leading health experts evaluated 38 diets in 21 different categories. Beck reveals the top four overall-rated diets for 2025 and also highlights some of the other notable category winners, and explains how following these diets can help you achieve your health goals. The Rankings: Out of 38 diets, which diet ranked high...2025-02-2813 min

Eat Move ThinkFrom Resilience to Recovery: Lessons From the Invictus Games and other Sporting CompetitionsMedcan’s Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, is joined by Dr. Julia Alleyne, a Medcan family physician with a focused practice in sport and exercise medicine. Drawing from her extensive medical experience with numerous international sporting events including the Olympics and the Invictus Games, Dr. Alleyne shares insights, stories, and guidance to help inspire us all on our own wellbeing and recovery journeys. Episode Highlights: Fear of Reinjury: Understanding why fear can slow recovery—and how to overcome it. The Power of Visualization: How seeing yourself succeed can boot confidence and i...2025-02-0517 min

Eat Move ThinkNavigating Challenges in Employee Health: Strategies for SuccessIs your workplace ready to thrive in the changing healthcare landscape? In this episode, Tara Warren, Medcan’s Director of Growth, and Dr. Peter Nord, Medcan’s Chief Medical Officer, discuss specific strategies employers can take to shift from reactive to proactive health support. Listen to the episode and learn about key topics in employee health, including: The Challenge: With millions of Canadians lacking primary care access, employers need to step up to provide health solutions. Proactive Care: The importance of annual, head-to-toe health assessments, early intervention, and ongoing support for employees. Re...2025-01-2720 min

Eat Move ThinkExercises for Better SleepCan the way you exercise help you sleep better? In Eat Move Think episode 214, Medcan Fitness Manager Simon Lim explores the powerful connection between movement and restful sleep. Learn how when you exercise and the intensity influences your sleep patterns, and discover practical stretches and mobility routines to reduce tension and promote a better night’s sleep. Highlights: Exercise and Sleep Timing: Optimal times for different types of exercise and their impact on sleep. Mobility Stretches for Sleep: Techniques like the 90/90 stretch, windshield wipers, and thoracic windmills release tightness and prepare your body fo...2025-01-2009 min

Eat Move ThinkThe Surprising Health Benefits of TravelIs travel one of the keys to a healthier, happier life? Most people know travel can be enjoyable, but did you know it has numerous health benefits? In Eat Move Think episode 213, Dr. Aisha Khatib, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Travel Medicine joins host Allison Hazell, Director of Clinical Innovation, to reveal the surprising and evidence-based health benefits of travel. From the mental boost of planning a trip to the physical benefits of exploring new environments, this episode dives deep into the evidence that supports travel may help you live a longer, healthier life. Highlights: The...2024-12-1121 min

Eat Move ThinkHow Your Genes Affect Your Medications: The Science of PharmacogenomicsCan you know what medicine will work for you—before you take it? The field of pharmacogenomics seeks to understand just that. Pharmacogenomics explores how our genes can influence our response to medications, and how genetic testing can help doctors optimize medical treatment for certain health conditions. Tune in to episode 211 of our Eat Move Think podcast to hear Jessica Gu, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Genetics, explain: What pharmacogenomics is How pharmacogenomics works, including how your genes can influence medication effectiveness and the side effects you may experience Which conditions pharmacogenomics is most useful for, incl...2024-11-2607 min

Eat Move ThinkWhat to Do if You Have PrediabetesMedcan’s team of registered dietitians are here to help. Learn more at medcan.com/nutrition. About 30% of Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes—and many don’t even know it. The good news? With the right approach, it’s possible to prevent prediabetes from progressing to type 2 diabetes—or even reverse it. In Ep. 210 of Eat Move Think, host Allison Hazell speaks with Leslie Beck, registered dietitian & Medcan’s Director of Food and Nutrition, about practical strategies for prevention, management and lifestyle changes that make a difference. Tune in to hear Leslie explain: How prediabete...2024-11-1917 min

Eat Move ThinkCan You Predict Your Future Health?Imagine if you could know years in advance that you’re at risk for a certain illness. What if you had access to the tools and information to take action now to prevent it? In episode 209 of Eat Move Think, Dr. Peter Nord, Medcan’s Chief Medical Officer, explores this topic. Tune in to hear Dr. Nord explain: The role of genetics in predicting future health Medical advances that can help identify early risk factors and indicators What steps you can take now to improve your health into your later years...2024-11-1310 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Prepare for Ski SeasonLooking forward to skiing or snowboarding this winter? Make sure your body is ready so you can enjoy the season without injury. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Miners, Medcan Clinical and Operations Director of Sports Medicine, Therapy, Rehabilitation and Fitness shares expert tips to get your body ski-ready. Tune in to hear Dr. Miners explain: The types of injuries or strains you might experience during cross-country or downhill skiing or snowboarding What pre-season exercises you should start doing now to boost strength and prevent injuries What you can do when you’re out on the slopes to...2024-11-0610 min

Best med gjest# 12 Julie Brohaug Welde, styreleder i MedCan Norge - Foreningen for medisinsk cannabis, og medisinsk cannabis-pasientSamtale med Julie Brohaug Welde, styreleder i MedCan Norge - Foreningen for medisinsk cannabis, og medisinsk cannabis-pasient.MedCan Norges Facebook-side: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088343072409Kan jo også gi kampanjen Medisinsk cannabis NÅ et bump: https://xn--medisinskcannabisn-mub.no/Gi gjerne podcasten 5 stjerner, abonnér, lik og del.Eller donér en slant: https://buymeacoffee.com/bestmedgjest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-041h 11

Eat Move ThinkThe Genetics of Living Longer: Exploring ApoE and LongevityMedcan’s Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, speaks with Jessica Gu, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Genetics, about the ApoE gene and its connection to longevity, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. They explore how ApoE variants, including E2, E3, and E4, impact your health, and discuss how genetic testing, including whole genome sequencing, can help you understand your risk for these conditions. Tune in to learn how lifestyle changes can influence genetic risk factors and how you can use this information to lead a healthier, longer life. What You Can Do To help yo...2024-10-2914 min

Eat Move ThinkIs It Burnout or Is It Something Else?Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Women’s Health and Vitality explores an important question in this episode: Is it burnout, or could something else be affecting your health? The symptoms of several health concerns can often be mistaken for burnout, which can lead to misdiagnosis or missed treatment opportunities. Dr. Zelovitzky reviews symptoms to watch for, including: Numbness in hands/feet or leg cramps Fatigue or shortness of breath Sleep changes Mood swings or persistent sadness Brain fog, hot flashes or irregular menstrual cycles Dr. Z...2024-10-2145 min

Pilotversuch der PodcastCannabis auf Rezept vom Hausarzt - MEDCAN im Gespräch - Nr. 9 Pilotversuch der Podcast In dieser spannenden Episode enthüllen wir gemeinsam mit Franziska Quadri und Simon Winisdörfer, den Präsidenten und Vizepräsidenten des Vereins MEDCAN, alles, was du über medizinisches Cannabis in der Schweiz wissen musst! 🎙️ Highlights der Folge: Franziska erzählt ihre beeindruckende persönliche Geschichte: Wie ein Gleitschirmunfall sie zum Cannabis führte und wie sie trotz gesetzlicher Hürden ihren Weg fand. Erfahre, wie sich die Gesetzeslage 2022 drastisch geändert hat und warum es jetzt einfacher denn je ist, ein Cannabis-Rezept in der Schweiz zu bekommen. Simon erklärt die Unterschiede zwischen Freizeit- und medizinischem Cannabis und warum GMP-Standa...2024-08-1428 min

Eat Move ThinkDebunking Social Media Skincare MythsDoes sunscreen cause cancer? That’s just one of the many skincare myths circulating this summer on social media. As a dermatologist at Refine by Medcan, Dr. Jennifer Tran gets a lot of questions about what’s trending on the various platforms. So in this episode, Dr. Tran provides her take on what’s based in scientific evidence — and what is completely suspect. Featuring such topics as snail mucin, pimple patches, benzoyl peroxide and benzene, glass skin, red LED lights, whether kids should be buying expensive skincare products and whether a flax seed facemask can function as a more cost-effe...2024-08-1418 min

Eat Move ThinkCottage Sports: Tips to Reduce Injury for Everything from Pickleball to PaddleboardingCottage season is here. For many of us, that means trading the congested city for a cabin in the woods — and outdoor activities like paddleboarding, pickleball, wakeboarding, kayaking, golf or tennis. And whether you’re an expert or just getting started, preventing injury can be crucial to a successful summer vacation. That’s where functional movement training comes in. Join Medcan Interim Fitness Manager Simon Lim and Fitness Team Lead Stephanie Tzemis as they discuss the most common cottage sports, then walk you through specific functional movements designed to reduce injury, and promote mobility, stability and flexibility. Find bo...2024-07-2930 min

CannaTrade10 Jahre Verein MEDCANDer Verein MEDCAN wurde vor 10 Jahren gegründet, um die Situation der Cannabis-Patient:innen in der Schweiz zu verändern. Franziska und Simon – beide selbst Cannabis-Patienten – erzählen die Geschichte des Vereins von der Gründung bis heute. Sie sprechen über das neue Gesetz und die Möglichkeiten für Patient:innen heute, aber auch über die Probleme und Herausforderungen der Betroffenen, sowie über die Aufklärungs- und Aktivistenarbeit und über MEDCAN’s Ziele für die Zukunft.Franziksa Quadri (Verein MEDCAN), Simón Winistörfer (Verein MEDCAN)2024-07-1826 min

Eat Move ThinkWhat It's Like to Live With Prostate CancerIt’s estimated that this year, on average, 76 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer every day. In Canada, prostate cancer makes up 22% of all cancer diagnoses in men. However unlike many cancers, prostate cancer is a condition that you can live and even thrive with. Here, Dr. Peter Nord and Dr. Rajiv Singal hear from two Medcan clients who were diagnosed and treated for prostate cancer here at Medcan. Hear about their experiences, how you can prevent prostate cancer, and why a diagnosis does not have to hold you back from living a long and ha...2024-06-2440 min

Eat Move ThinkLeading Through Menopause: Strategies for SuccessMenopause costs the Canadian economy $3.5 billion a year. Many women suffer through their symptoms in silence in the workplace, with fears of being criticized, isolated or even terminated. At Medcan, we’re working hard to fight against the stigma surrounding menopause. Here, we feature our recent webinar, Leading Through Menopause: Strategies for Success. Joined by Janet Ko, President of the Menopause Foundation, and Salima Valji, CEO of Unleash Forward, Inc., Clinical Director of Menopause and Perimenopause, Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky, covers critical topics on menopause awareness and support in the workplace. The panelists debunk myths about hormone therapy an...2024-06-1044 min

Eat Move ThinkThe Latest Guidance on Colon Cancer ScreeningRates 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 colonoscopy isn’t nearly as bad as you thought. Check out the episode webpage for links and more inf 2023-12-0427 min

Eat Move ThinkHealthy TravellingMany 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). Plus, get tips to zap your jet lag—whether you’re gone for the...2023-11-2040 min

Wild Creativity PodcastTeam MedCan on telling real life stories through creativityIn this episode I speak with Dr Helen Beckett Wilson and Dr Lindsey Metcalf McGrath from Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) who have been studying the experiences of people who have been prescribed medical cannabis in the UK. Their project is called MedCan.Medical Cannabis has been legal to prescribe since 2018, but it’s estimated that under 5 people have received it though the NHS.The study we have gathered to talk about is called “It’s a big added stress on top of being so ill”, a direct quote from a participant.I have...2023-10-281h 11

Eat Move ThinkYour Women's Health Questions, AnsweredDr. 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. Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.2023-10-0939 min

Eat Move ThinkGut Check: Nutrition & Your Digestive HealthGastrointestinal 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 Medcan gastroenterologist Dr. Bharat Markandey to tackle: What foods promote gut health? Do probiotics and prebiotics work? And how...2023-08-2132 min

Eat Move ThinkAll About Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy & RybelsusLast 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 hundreds of thousands of people across North America. Joined by Medcan CMO Dr. Peter Nord, Dr. Macklin expl...2023-07-2447 min

Eat Move ThinkHormone Replacement Therapy & Menopause MisconceptionsDr. 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 misconceptions, the education gap that exists around women’s health—and how Medcan’s new program aims to empower women with knowledge. Check ou...2023-06-2640 min

Eat Move ThinkDesigning Spaces to Promote WellnessMedcan 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 better to create wellness-promoting spaces of their own? Medcan CEO Shaun Francis interviews Oakville general manage...2023-06-1926 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Get Rid of A HeadacheWe’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 getting rid of head...2023-06-0541 min

Eat Move ThinkWhole Genome Sequencing: One Year InIn 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 the decision had on their lives? What are some of the most surprising findings? And what most excites the genetic team about future innovations to come? Dire...2023-05-1537 min

Eat Move ThinkSleep Apnea and Medcan's New At-Home Sleep Study5.4 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 help you discover your diagnosis while sleeping in your own bed. Check out the e...2023-05-0821 min

Eat Move ThinkWalking for FitnessMedcan 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 basis. They break down the physical and mental...2023-03-2033 min

Eat Move ThinkWhat Does A Genetic Counsellor Do?Genetic 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 demystify some of the most common questions involving genetics and wellness, such as, what’s the difference between clinical and consumer-grade genetic testing? Fe...2023-01-0230 min

Eat Move ThinkThriving Through Stressful Times with the National Ballet of CanadaThe National Ballet of Canada has an innovative Dancer Wellness programme that helps elite dancers stay healthy and happy. As the ballet's official Health and Wellness provider, Medcan helped to design the program. So what can other high-performing organizations learn from the holistic way that the arts company cares for its human resources? Exploring these topics and more, Medcan’s chief growth officer, and former member of the NBOC board of directors, Bronwen Evans, sits down with the ballet’s director of dancer wellness, Marla Pichler, as well as first soloist Spencer Hack and second soloist Hannah Galway. C...2022-10-1033 min

AltMed: Cannabis and Alternative Medicine PodcastInvesting in Aussie cannabis: Craig Cochrane of Medcan Australia (Altmed Podcast Ep.62)In this week’s podcast we chat with Craig Cochrane, Managing Director of Medcan Australia about:Cannabis startups and investmentCapital raisingAustralian cultivationBiomass terpenes and cannabinoidsAustralian pricingMedcan Australiahttps://medcanaustralia.com.au/ AltMedhttps://altmed.com.au/podcast/investing-in-aussie-cannabis-craig-cochrane-of-medcan-australia-altmed-podcast-ep-62/Support the show 2022-07-2749 min

Eat Move Think2021 Wellness Trends: The Year in ReviewEat Move Think experts nutritionist Leslie Beck (eat), our host Shaun Francis (move), psychologist Dr. Jack Muskat (think) and Dr. Peter Nord (medicine) discuss the year that was, make their picks for the wellness trend that dominated the last 12 months, and speculate about what’s to come in 2022. Episode 95 webpage We’ll get to links and insights in a moment, but first: Our 100th episode is coming up! And want to hear from you: What’s YOUR best eat, move or think tip? We’ll use the best optimal wellness suggestions in episode...2021-12-0636 min

Eat Move ThinkArt and WellnessThe growing field of art therapy argues that paintings and sculpture can improve your wellness. In collaboration with Art Toronto, host Shaun Francis examines the evidence with such experts as the contemporary artist Marcel Dzama, RxArt founder Diane Brown, Sinai Health psychiatrist-in-chief Dr. Lesley Wiesenfeld and Montreal Museum of Fine Arts art therapist Stephen Legari. Plus: Medcan’s art strategist, Stacy Francis, discusses her innovative approach to art. Episode 89 webpage LINKS See this year’s Art Toronto event featuring more than 300 Canadian artists, running from October 29-31 at the...2021-10-2532 min

Eat Move ThinkFive Secrets of Longevity from Medcan’s Dr. Peter NordWant a cheat sheet on how to extend your life, while staying healthy and happy along the way? Medcan Chief Medical Officer Dr. Peter Nord has been a sailor for more than 50 years. He noticed that his fellow sailors are staying incredibly fit, sharp and healthy well into their old age. This week, Dr. Nord joins host Shaun Francis to describe five secrets of longevity that we can all incorporate into our lives — each one drawn from the way sailors live, as well as medical research. Don’t worry, no sea legs required. Episode 86 webpage. 2021-10-0425 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Prep Your Child for Another Pandemic School Year with Dr. Janice Weiss and Dr. Jack MuskatRemember when everyone thought things would be back to normal by September? Instead, children are returning to classrooms with caseloads climbing. So how should parents prepare kids for the return to in-person schooling? Is it safe? Would they be better off being taught virtually? And when should we expect vaccines to be approved for those who are under the age of 12? For guidance, we turned to a pair of Medcan experts: Dr. Janice Weiss, director of child and youth, and Dr. Jack Muskat, clinical director of mental health. Episode 81 webpage. LINKS ...2021-08-3026 min

Eat Move ThinkHow To Create An Exercise HabitGyms have been closed for months—we’ve had no access to training equipment, go-to yoga studios or favourite spin classes. But now, with fitness facilities reopening across the country, we have an opportunity. We can get back into our fitness regimens—or start completely new ones. Here, Stephen Salzmann, Medcan director of fitness, and fitness manager Anna Topali joined Eat Move Think executive producer Christopher Shulgan for a Medcan webinar about turning exercise into a habit that’s a seamless part of your daily lifestyle. Salzmann and Topali’s expert tips were so great, we decided to turn that chat...2021-07-1928 min

Eat Move ThinkWhen (And How) Does COVID-19 End?As the global vaccination campaign continues, we continue to have questions. Is it safe to mix and match different vaccines? When is the optimal time to get my second dose if I’m aiming to maximize the resulting immunity? And: Will COVID-19 ever end? Medcan’s Medical Advisory Services team of expert physicians join host and CEO Shaun Francis to break down the latest information and provide need-to-know guidance. Featured in this episode is Medcan chief medical officer Dr. Peter Nord, clinical director of travel medicine Dr. Aisha Khatib and senior medical consultant Dr. Matthew Burnstein. To...2021-05-3135 min

Eat Move ThinkPRP, Regenerative Cell Therapies and Commercial Cell Banking with Drew Taylor of Acorn BiolabsRegenerative cell therapy may one day help us all grow our own replacement parts. People with heart failure could get a transplant for an entirely new heart, made out of their own cells. Burn victims, or people who just want wrinkle-free skin, could grow new sheets of the stuff — from their own tissues. Younger cells may provide better raw material for these therapies than older versions, and so a commercial cell banking industry has sprung up to provide the required cryogenic storage for about the price of a Netflix subscription. But is it worth it? To help listeners decide, Me...2021-05-2438 min

Eat Move ThinkHow To Do the Work with Dr. Nicole LePeraWhen the holistic psychologist Dr. Nicole LePera decided that traditional therapy wasn’t working for her, or her clients, she began exploring the mind-body connection, and the responsibility of what she calls “self healers” to exert effort every day toward bringing about a desired life transformation. Dr. LePera eventually used social media to create a community of motivated #selfhealers, and wrote a book, the recent New York Times bestseller, How To Do the Work. Here, Dr. LePera is in conversation with Medcan’s clinical director of mental health, Dr. Jack Muskat. https://www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com/podcast/ep-66-how-to-d...2021-05-1730 min

Eat Move ThinkThe Best Way to Protect Against COVID-19 with Dr. Robert SallisIt is an activity associated with cutting your risk of death from COVID by two and a half times, and cutting risk of developing severe COVID by two times. That activity is exercise, and the study that established its power as a modifiable risk factor against the coronavirus was led by Dr. Robert Sallis, past president of the American College of Sports Medicine and director of the Sports Medicine Fellowship program at California’s Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. In this episode he’s in conversation with Medcan chief medical officer Dr. Peter Nord. https://www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com/podca...2021-05-1025 min

Eat Move ThinkMental Health: The Other PandemicCorporations around the world are confronting flagging mental health among their employees. The world’s largest wellness company, Johnson & Johnson, has since 2016 had a mental-health ambassador, Craig Kramer, who has spurred incredible changes within and without his employer. In conversation with Medcan’s chief people and growth officer, Bronwen Evans, Kramer describes the crisis of mental health in the pandemic, and the opportunity to create long-term change in the way employers manage the mental wellness of their employees. https://www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com/podcast/ep-64-mental-health-the-other-pandemic LINKS: Video: TEDxJnJ talk about Kramer’s menta...2021-05-0333 min

Eat Move ThinkMothering Heights with Michaeleen DoucleffAs the author of the recent New York Times bestseller Hunt, Gather, Parent, Michaeleen Doucleff was already examining the culture and practice of mothering when the pandemic hit. Then everything changed for us all. Here, Medcan’s Dr. Daiva Barnicke, mother of two young children, explores Doucleff’s story as well as the pandemic’s impact on motherhood in a frank conversation that could have therapeutic benefits for struggling moms. https://www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com/podcast/ep-63-motherhood LINKS Michaeleen Doucleff is on Twitter @foodiescience. Doucleff’s book is Hunt, Gat...2021-04-2634 min

Eat Move ThinkWhat Can I Do After My First Dose? And Other COVID-19 Questions AnsweredCOVID-19 provokes all sorts of questions. Can I see my grandchildren after the first dose? How does the first vaccine shot affect risk of severe COVID? When will vaccinations push down ICU admissions? Every week Medcan’s Medical Advisory Services team of expert physicians get together to discuss trending topics. They develop advice to share with their corporate clients, which include some of the world’s biggest brands. The docs are witty, and the meetings entertaining, but more to the point they feature up-to-the-minute guidance of the sort that we’re all craving. So we recorded one of their sessio...2021-04-1933 min

Eat Move ThinkThe Trouble with Teens with Erica EhmThe pandemic has affected mental wellness for everyone — and teenagers are having a particularly difficult time. Youth unemployment is up. Competitive sports are on hiatus. Adolescents are stuck in a cycle of solitude, screen time, social media and boredom — creating all sorts of mental health problems. Here, Dr. Jack Muskat, Medcan’s psychology team lead, talks with parenting expert and Toronto entrepreneur Erica Ehm about the problems facing teens — and how to help. Links Ehm is the founder of YMC.ca, a website dedicated to sharing the perspectives of Canadian women with kids. She also founded Eh...2021-03-2929 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Prevent Heart Disease with Dr. Beth AbramsonThe point of preventive cardiology is to inform people they’re on a path toward developing heart disease and other cardiovascular problems—so that they can change their lifestyle and delay the onset of any issues. Recent advances in cardiology like new hs-Troponin testing are helping doctors detect heart health risks earlier than ever before. Heading into February’s Heart Health month, guest host Dr. Peter Nord talks about these advances with Dr. Beth Abramson, Medcan’s director of cardiology. For complete show notes and a full episode transcript go to www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Link: https...2021-01-2529 min

Eat Move ThinkSuccessful Long-Term Lifestyle Change with Dr. Jack MuskatEat Move Think continues to explore behavioural change, this time with new Medcan psychology team lead Dr. Jack Muskat and executive producer Christopher Shulgan. The two men use their own personal experiences with lasting lifestyle change to extract lessons for those looking to use the new year, and the next phase of the pandemic, as an opportunity to improve one’s life. Find complete show notes at https://www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com/podcast/ep47-change-is-possible According to Dr. Jack Muskat, a great book on stress is Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers by Robert M. Sapolsky. For...2021-01-0424 min

Eat Move ThinkBest of 2020 - Eight Calorie BlundersAs people begin to think about new year lifestyle change, Eat Move Think reposts one of our best-loved episodes. Medcan Director of Food and Nutrition Leslie Beck calls them “calorie blunders”—those little mistakes that can add up to significant weight gain. The good news is, those blunders can be beaten with easy behavioural tweaks. Here, Beck describes those fixes. Find complete show notes see www.eatmovethinkpodcast.com. For complete show notes, visit eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Visit Leslie’s website at lesliebeck.com. Follow her on Twitter @lesliebeckrd. See Leslie’s Globe and Mail columns....2020-12-2826 min

Eat Move ThinkThe Best-Ever Protein Explainer with Prof. Stuart PhillipsHow much protein do you need if you’re trying to lose weight but also build muscle? What’s better—plant- or animal-based protein? Why is protein so key in preventing sarcopenia, or age-related decline in strength? And, is it possible to consume too much protein? In a special feature interview with protein expert Stuart Phillips of McMaster University, guest host Leslie Beck, Medcan’s director of food and nutrition and the Globe and Mail’s nutrition columnist, tackles these questions and more. Leslie Beck on Twitter @LeslieBeckRD Stuart Phillips on Twitter @mackinprof Some of Pro...2020-08-2445 min

Eat Move ThinkRelationship Tips from Jessica O’Reilly of “Sex with Dr. Jess”The pandemic forced many couples to spend more time together than ever before—and anecdotal evidence suggests some relationships are suffering as a result. Guest host Dr. Gina Di Giulio, Medcan’s Director of Mental Health, spoke with sexologist Jessica O’Reilly of “Sex with Dr. Jess” fame, for some fresh, easy-to-follow tips on how to renew intimacy and return some romance to your relationship. For complete show notes, visit eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Eat Move Think is produced by Ghost Bureau. Follow Shaun Francis on Twitter and Instagram, and Medcan @medcanlivewell.2020-08-1046 min

Eat Move ThinkNagging Lower Back Pain—and How to Fix ItFind yourself with an aching lower back because your work-from-home arrangement sees you typing away on your bed or a bar stool? Turns out many people are feeling lower back pain these days. So we arranged an interview with the world authority on the causal mechanisms of disc and spine issues: Dr. Stuart McGill, the author of Back Mechanic and the founder of Backfitpro. McGill fixed back issues without surgery for NFL superstars, PGA Tour golf coaches and world-record breaking powerlifters. In this episode, he provides easy-to-follow advice on how to address some of the more common pandemic-wrought back...2020-08-0347 min

Eat Move ThinkCOVID-19 Transmission MythsIs the COVID-19 virus really able to waft about on tiny aerosol droplets for tens of metres through HVAC systems? How possible is it to catch the virus from an elevator button or a playground slide? Lots of people have lots of worries about catching COVID — but how is it really transmitted? To find out, guest host Dr. Peter Nord, chief medical officer of Medcan, interviews two experts: Queen’s University medical school infectious disease chair Dr. Gerald Evans, and Rutgers University virologist Dr. Emanuel Goldman. For complete show notes, visit eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Eat Move Think i...2020-07-2726 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Fly During COVID-19Travel restrictions are easing for some countries, and some of us are considering air travel. So what special considerations should you take the next time you find yourself on a plane? How can you mitigate infection risk when flying? To investigate, guest host Dr. Aisha Khatib, the clinical director of travel medicine at Medcan, interviews Dr. Vincent Poirier, a medical advisor to both Air Canada and Air Transat and an assistant professor at the McGill University medical school. For complete show notes, visit eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Eat Move Think is produced by Ghost Bureau. Follow Shaun Francis on Twi...2020-07-2041 min

Eat Move ThinkHow to Beat Common Calorie BlundersDo you find yourself exercising and eating well but it doesn’t seem to make any difference? In this episode, the registered dietitian Leslie Beck, Medcan’s director of food and nutrition and a columnist at the Globe and Mail newspaper, steps in as a guest host to describe eight common calorie blunders that could be keeping you from losing weight—and provides tips on how to solve them. For complete show notes, visit eatmovethinkpodcast.com. Visit Leslie’s website at lesliebeck.com. Follow her on Twitter @lesliebeckrd. See Leslie’s Globe and Mail columns. Leslie...2020-07-1327 min

Eat Move ThinkThe View From the Mayo ClinicWhat’s to come? For those seeking guidance, we checked in with the Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Kai Singbartl. He’s the chair of infection control and prevention at Mayo Arizona, and he spoke to Medcan’s chief medical officer, Dr. Peter Nord, about the COVID-19 therapies that excite him, and when to expect a vaccine. Also, please check out Medcan’s Dr. David Carr on the Toronto Star’s This Matters podcast. Please subscribe and rate us on your favourite podcast platform. Eat Move Think host Shaun Francis is Medcan’s CEO and chair. Follow...2020-04-2724 min

Eat Move ThinkHow Not To Gain The COVID 19Our relationship with food has changed since social distancing began. We’re eating in more. We're worrying whether food will be available. And we’re indulging more. So for this episode, we decided to feature a conversation between Medcan’s two in-house food experts: Leslie Beck is the nutrition columnist for The Globe and Mail and Medcan’s director of food and nutrition. Jason Smidt is the executive chef of Nourish by Medcan, our food delivery service. Please subscribe and rate us on your favourite podcast platform. Follow Leslie Beck on Twitter @LeslieBeckRD and Jason Smidt on Instag...2020-04-1325 min