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| 110: Healing Emotional Eating and Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Amber Romaniuk | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:49:53 | |
In this episode of the Joyous Health podcast, host Joy McCarthy sits down with Amber Romaniuk, an emotional eating, digestive, and hormone expert. Amber shares her personal journey of overcoming binge eating from gaining and losing over 1000lbs and spending over $50,000 on binge foods. She offers valuable strategies for breaking the cycle.
From addressing emotional triggers to implementing self-care practices, this conversation provides valuable insights for those struggling with binge eating. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the connection between hormones, emotions, and food, and discover how to cultivate body confidence and optimal health.
Episode Highlights: [00:00:37] Emotional eating and hormones. [00:10:09] Triggers for binge eating. [00:14:37] Emotional healing and sugar addiction. [00:24:35] Binge eating and overeating. [00:27:53] Signs of triggering binge eating. [00:31:08] Breaking certain unhealthy habits with children. [00:33:19] Setting good eating habits. [00:37:38] Hormones and binge eating. [00:40:10] Overcoming guilt and self-awareness. [00:43:31] Body awareness and healing. [00:46:41] Digestive aids and emotional triggers.
Resources: Find Amber on Instagram Amber’s Website Amber’s Podcast
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| 109: Mindfulness for Moms: Finding Balance in a Busy World with Natalie von Teichman | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:47:20 | |
In this episode of the Joyous Health podcast, host Joy McCarthy interviews Natalie von Teichman, the creator of the first meditation stuffie for kids. Natalie shares her expertise in children's mental health and discusses the importance of mindfulness for children. She also opens up about her own experience with COVID-19 and the impact it had on her mental health. As a mom of four boys and an entrepreneur, Natalie understands the challenges of balancing a busy schedule with self-care. She offers valuable insights and holistic-minded practical tips on how to incorporate mindfulness practices into our hectic lives, helping us find moments of calm and joy amidst the chaos. She emphasizes the need to treat mental fitness with the same level of importance as physical fitness. Just as we prioritize our physical health through exercise and self-care, we should also prioritize our mental well-being by practicing strategies and exercises to strengthen it. Don't miss this insightful conversation about supporting children's well-being through mindfulness.
Episode Highlights: [00:01:48] Importance of mindfulness for children. [00:04:14] Times of isolation and lockdown. [00:07:53] Mental health and COVID symptoms. [00:11:09] Children's mental health. [00:19:34] Meditation and overcoming anxiety. [00:23:01] Conscious breathing and meditation. [00:27:33] Mindfulness for kids. [00:30:23] Transitioning to parasympathetic state. [00:34:08] Sensory stimulation for kids. [00:37:35] Mesh toys for mental health. [00:41:09] Creating a meaningful business. [00:44:36] Box breathing and race car driving.
Resources: Learn more about Miindfully Find Miindfully Meditate on Instagram Use code JOYOUS15 to save on a MediTate stuffie
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| 100: Exploring the World of Medicinal Mushrooms with Brandi Garden, Co-Founder of Eversio Wellness | 29 Aug 2023 | 01:16:12 | |
This week, Joy chats with Brandi Garden, the co-founder of Eversio Wellness, a family-owned and operated, Canadian mushroom wellness company. Together with her husband, her hope is to foster a world that seeks natural options to help treat the root cause of health problems and to upgrade everyday moments. She loves mushrooms because they can change natural ecosystems and people’s lives in so many meaningful ways. She looks forward to a day when our education systems will include the importance of fungi as a part of the curriculum. In this episode Brandi shares her vast knowledge on all things medicinal mushrooms and how you can incorporate them into your routine to improve everything from stress resilience to sleep quality to immunity. She also highlights what to look for when it comes to purchasing high quality supplements that actually work so you’re not wasting your money. You’ll finish this episode feeling educated and empowered to start incorporating these functional fungi into your life. If you want to understand how medicinal mushrooms can support lasting health, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a calming cuppa tea and get ready to soak up Brandi’s mushroom wisdom!
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Resources: Eversio’s Website–Use code JOYOUS to save 15%!
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| 99: Gut Health & Chronic Disease in Children with Dr. Elisa Song, Holistic Pediatrician | 01 Aug 2023 | 01:16:12 | |
This week, Joy chats with Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained holistic pediatrician. She integrates conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, holistic nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. She founded Whole Family Wellness, an integrative pediatric practice in Belmont, CA – one of the first and most highly regarded holistic pediatric practices in the country. She has helped thousands of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and helped their parents understand how to heal their children from the inside out using an integrative pediatric approach. In this episode Dr. Song shares tons of incredible tips and actionable steps that you can take to support the microbiome and overall health of your kids. But even if you don’t have kiddos, this episode is still great to listen to since anyone can benefit from making the same dietary and lifestyle shifts, no matter their age. You’ll walk away feeling empowered to make the changes you need for you and your family to thrive! If you want to learn about the connection between your child’s gut health, immune system, and the development of chronic childhood disease, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa gut-nourishing tea and get ready to be inspired to heal your child’s gut, naturally.
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Resources: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids Website Colbie Caillat, Common, & Elmo Breathing Video
Free Guides: The 5 Rs to Heal Your Child’s Leaky Gut Choosing Your Child’s Probiotic Food as Medicine for Immune Resilience
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| 98: Exploring Spirituality & Plant Medicines with Samantha Gladish, Hormone Nutritionist | 25 Jul 2023 | 01:03:48 | |
This week, Joy chats with Samantha Gladish, a Hormone Nutritionist, with a speciality in metabolic and thyroid health. She is author of the Amazon bestseller, The 30-Day Hormone Solution and the host of one of Canada’s top-rated podcasts, The Wellness Witch. She is the founder of HolisticWellness.ca; a website dedicated to helping women optimize their health and hormones. In her spare time, you can find her baking up delicious healthy treats in her kitchen and getting woo-woo with tarot cards, plant medicine and diving into spiritual growth. In this episode Samantha dives deep into plant medicines such as ayahuasca and psilocybin and how they can be used to access your intuition and spirituality. She shares her experiences in ceremony with these plant medicines and the amazing lessons she has learned along the way. You’ll love how Samantha weaves the scientific with the experiential in this episode! If you have ever been curious about plant medicines and whether they might be right for you, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with your favourite cuppa tea and get ready to dive into the mystical world of plant medicines.
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Resources: The 30 Day Hormone Solution Book
More about Joyous Health: · Check out our award-winning blog Joyous Health · Check out Joy’s bestselling cookbooks · Sign up for the Joyous Health newsletter · Follow Joyous Health on Instagram · Find Joyous Health on Facebook · Learn more about The Joyous Health Business Program · Check out our full line of Natural & Organic Haircare and Body Care. · Join Joy’s Hair Care Challenge at Natural Hair Care Challenge · Explore Joyous Health Kids at Joyous Health Kids
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| 97: Improving Air Quality with Mike Feldstein, Founder of Jaspr | 18 Jul 2023 | 01:08:53 | |
This week, Joy chats with Mike Feldstein, CEO of Jaspr and a seasoned air quality expert and entrepreneur. He leveraged his experience in wildfire restoration and air quality consulting to found Jaspr, a premium air purifier company, to innovate in air science and technology. His purpose is to protect air quality and boost human health using the latest in air quality science and tech. In this episode Mike shares his vast knowledge on all things indoor and outdoor air quality. He provides tons of actionable steps you can take to improve the air in your home, which can have big impacts on your sleep quality and overall health. We breathe roughly 17 000 litres of air per day and Mike’s information will help you improve every breath If you want to learn how to improve the air quality in your home, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a gently detoxifying cuppa tea and get ready to be inspired to improve the air that you breathe for long lasting health!
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Resources: Jaspr Website Use code JOYOUS to save $200!
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| 96: Understanding Osteoporosis with Dr. Lisa Weeks, ND and Liz Stark | 11 Jul 2023 | 01:05:32 | |
| 95: Blood Sugar, Inflammation, & Skin Health with Bianca Osbourne, Holistic Nutritionist | 04 Jul 2023 | 00:42:06 | |
This week, Joy chats with Bianca Osbourne, a trained chef and holistic nutritionist. She has come through the world of catering to her role as a resident chef and food expert on the popular Marilyn Denis show. She is also a blogger and podcaster. A child of Caribbean immigrants, the Edmonton, Canada native calls Toronto home where she teaches Food Media and Business at Centennial College. In this episode Bianca shares her journey with eczema and healing her body from the itch and inflammation. She talks about the importance of emotions and how they affect your gut health can’t be overlooked when healing. She also talks about the important connection between blood sugar balance and healthy skin. This is a very conversational, enjoyable chat; you’re going to love listening to Bianca share her wisdom! If you want to learn how to get to the root cause of inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a skin-loving cuppa tea and get ready to be inspired to take control of your health and healing!
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Resources: Glucose for the Gurls on TikTok
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| 94: Detox Your Bedroom with Laura Di Lorenzo, Founder of Sunshine Mattress Co. | 27 Jun 2023 | 00:51:39 | |
This week, Joy chats with Laura Di Lorenzo, the founder of Sunshine Mattress Co. - an online organic mattress experience that focuses on solving individual needs, concerns, and preferences. Sunshine products are handcrafted locally in Canada at a family-run facility that specializes in manufacturing organic mattresses and other textiles. Her mission is to educate on the importance of high-quality and clean products that you can feel good about getting into every night. After all, we sleep one third of our lives! In this episode Laura shares her wealth of knowledge on all things organic, clean mattresses and bedding. She gets into why you want to avoid polyurethane mattresses and the amazing natural alternatives that last ages and are great for you and the planet. You will walk away with all the tools you need to create the non-toxic, cozy bedroom of your dreams. If you want to learn how to start replacing your bedding with nontoxic, earth-loving alternatives then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a calming cuppa tea and get ready to be inspired to turn your bedroom into a healing sanctuary!
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Resources: Sunshine Mattress Co. on Instagram Sunshine Mattress Co. on Facebook
More about Joyous Health: · Check out our award-winning blog Joyous Health · Check out Joy’s bestselling cookbooks · Sign up for the Joyous Health newsletter · Follow Joyous Health on Instagram · Find Joyous Health on Facebook · Learn more about The Joyous Health Business Program · Check out our full line of Natural & Organic Haircare and Body Care. · Join Joy’s Hair Care Challenge at Natural Hair Care Challenge · Explore Joyous Health Kids at Joyous Health Kids | |||
| 93: Quieting the Ego to find Your Higher Self with James McCrae, Author & Creative Strategist | 20 Jun 2023 | 01:04:53 | |
This week, Joy chats with James McCrae, author, poet, meme artist, and creative strategist based in Austin, Texas. In his writing and art, he applies the principles of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy to modern life with humor and candor. As the founder of Re-Creation Studio, James offers coaching and consultation services and teaches classes on conscious creativity. He also hosts Sunflower Club, a podcast that explores the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and culture. In this episode James shares his unique take on the relationship between creativity and spirituality. He discusses the difference between your ego and higher self and how ego-death, or breakdowns, can lead to some of our biggest breakthroughs. You will love his unique take on creativity, meme creation, communication, and art! If you want to tap into your intuition to figure out how to cultivate curiosity, intuition, and creativity in your life then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a calming cuppa tea and get ready to be inspired to tap into your own creative intuition!
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Resources: How to Laugh in Ironic Amusement During Your Existential Crisis Book
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| 92: A Deep Dive into Phthalate Exposure & Fertility with Dr. Shanna Swan, Reproductive Epidemiologist | 13 Jun 2023 | 01:12:17 | |
This week, Joy chats with Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., one of the world’s leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. She is a Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City where she is also a member of the Transdisciplinary Center on Early Environmental Exposures. For over twenty years, Dr. Swan and her colleagues have been studying the dramatic decline in sperm count around the world and the impact of environmental chemicals and pharmaceuticals on reproductive tract development and neurodevelopment. In this episode Dr. Swan shares her first hand research results on the impact of phthalate exposure during pregnancy on reproductive health. She is a wealth of knowledge on this topic and shares her top suggestions for avoiding exposure to these chemicals in everything from your food and drink to the air we breathe. You will be blown away by her extensive knowledge and clear communication. If you want to learn how common everyday chemicals can impact fertility and reproductive health you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa delicious, liver-loving detox tea and get ready to be empowered to take simple steps to improve your health.
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| 91: Getting to the Root of Autoimmunity with Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:57:11 | |
This week, Joy chats with Andrea Nakayama, a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator. After losing her young husband to a brain tumor in 2002, she discovered a passion for using food as personalized medicine and is now regularly consulted as the nutrition expert for the toughest clinical cases in the practices of many world-renowned doctors. Since then she has led thousands of clients, and now teaches even more coaches and clinicians around the world in a revolution reclaiming ownership of both their own and their clients’ health. This episode is packed with vulnerability as Andrea shares how her husband’s life, illness, and death has inspired her work and passion for nutrition. She also outlines the three root causes of autoimmunity that she sees in her practice and how to differentiate between signs and symptoms so you can make the best decisions for your health. You will love her raw honesty and personalized approach to healing. If you want to learn how genes, gut health, and blood sugar balance are connected to autoimmune conditions, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa your favourite radiant tea and enjoy soaking in Andrea’s hard won wisdom.
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Resources: Functional Nutrition Alliance Website Functional Nutrition Alliance Instagram
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| 108: Finding Your Purpose and Inner Spark with Kena Paranjape | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:50:04 | |
This week Joy chats with Kena Peranjape, the founder of All You Are. The conversation with Kena was truly inspiring and motivating. Joy was deeply moved by Kena's journey and her remarkable ability to overcome challenging situations and find her purpose. She shares the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, even through difficult situations, finding purpose and connecting with your inner spark. Tune in to be inspired and motivated to discover your own passions and empower yourself.
Episode Highlights: [00:01:29] Maintaining a positive mindset. [00:03:43] Transitioning in career paths. [00:08:05] Following nudges and taking action. [00:12:25] Finding positivity through adversity. [00:15:42] Advice for difficult situations. [00:19:22] Wearing a dress at the hospital. [00:23:02] Purpose and fulfillment in life. [00:30:37] Finding your inner spark. [00:34:05] Shifting energy and mindset. [00:37:59] Journey back to happiness. [00:41:32] Finding gratitude in tough times. [00:45:43] Meditation with young children.
Resources: Kena on Instagram Her coaching business: All You Are. More about Joyous Health:
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| 90: Supporting Natural Immunity with Julia Edgely, Homeopath | 30 May 2023 | 01:01:46 | |
This week, Joy chats with Julia Edgely, an internationally practicing and licensed homeopath. She believes education and knowledge are the keys to helping her patients embrace their wellness journey, which she does through her practice and dynamic social media presence. She focuses her practice on helping her clients avoid and recover from antibiotic misuse while supporting natural immune function. In order to help her patients regain their natural immunity and health, she developed her signature ABC Method, which has helped hundreds of individuals and families eliminate unnecessary antibiotics. In this episode Julia shares her wealth of knowledge on what constitutes antibiotic misuse and the common signs to look out for. Her knowledge of the innate and adaptive immune system and its interconnection with the microbiome will empower you with the knowledge to trust your intuition when it comes to healing. She also outlines tons of simple, actionable tips to help support natural immune function that you can incorporate right away. You'll love her practical tips and vibrant energy! If you want to learn how to recover from antibiotic overuse or misuse to naturally support your immune system, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa your favourite restorative tea and get ready to be inspired to take control of your health!
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Resources: Sign Up for Julia’s Newsletter
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| 89: Exploring the Wooniverse with Colette Baron-Reid, Spiritual Intuitive | 10 Jan 2023 | 01:14:29 | |
This week, Joy chats with Colette Baron-Reid bestselling author, internationally acclaimed Oracle expert, spiritual intuitive, personal transformation thought leader, educator, speaker and host of “INSIDE THE WOONIVERSE,” a weekly podcast series that uncovers personal stories of spiritual awakening and transformation. With her infectious laugh and warm personality, Colette’s conversations are inviting, hilarious and always thought-provoking.
In this episode Colette gets vulnerable while sharing her life’s journey to become a spiritual intuitive. Her raw honesty about her trauma, including rape, may not be for everyone, so if this is something you don’t want to hear, just skip ahead to the 22 minute mark. Colette shares tons of simple, actionable tips to help you connect with your own intuition and spirit. She also discusses the incredible process she undertakes when creating her oracle decks. You'll love her honesty and exuberant energy!
If you want to connect with your intuition and develop a personalized spiritual practice for 2023, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa your favourite uplifting tea and get ready to be inspired to connect to the Wooniverse!
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| 88: Health Hacks to Increase Energy & Vitality with Dr. Aliya Visram, Chiropractor | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:53:17 | |
This week, Joy chats with Dr. Aliya Visram a chiropractor, acupuncturist, and co-founder of wellbe family wellness clinic in Toronto. She is also the co-founder of bloom balance, a collection of wellness products rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She combines her background in pre and postnatal care and pediatric wellness with a passion for Eastern Medicine techniques and practices for a deeper understanding of the way the body functions. As a mother herself, Dr Aliya is on a mission to create accessible wellness options for families to help them grow and thrive. In this episode Dr. Aliya shares simple, actionable steps you can take to start your own self-care practice to increase energy and vitality. She also discusses the most common issues she sees in her practice along with tips for you and the family to incorporate for joyous health. You’ll love her vibrant energy and holistic approach to wellness! If you’re looking for simple advice you can incorporate into your routine to increase energy flow and balance in your body then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a soothing cuppa tea and get ready to be inspired to boost your chi, naturally!
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Resources: wellbe family wellness on Instagram wellbe family wellness Website
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| 87: Cultivating Intention & Gratitude with Neil Pasricha, Best-Selling Author | 06 Dec 2022 | 01:12:17 | |
This week, Joy chats with Neil Pasricha, the best-selling author of nine books and journals including: The Book of Awesome, a spinning rolodex of simple pleasures based on his 100-million-hit, award-winning blog 1000 Awesome Things. He thinks, writes, and speaks about intentional living and all his current work focuses under themes of gratitude, happiness, failure, resilience, connection, and trust. His books are New York Times and #1 international bestsellers, have spent over 200 weeks on bestseller lists, and have sold over 2,000,000 copies across dozens of languages. In this episode Neil shares simple, actionable steps you can take to start your own therapeutic journaling and gratitude practice. He also highlights how cell phone addiction can impact our physical and mental health. You’ll love his vibrant, upbeat energy and interesting takes on everything from loneliness to the power of browsing at a bookstore. If you want simple, actionable advice to invite more gratitude and intention into your daily life then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa your favourite cozy tea and get ready to be inspired to live intentionally!
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Resources: Sign up for Neil’s Newsletters Neil’s Author Page- Get all the AWESOME Books!
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| 86: An Individualized Approach to Wellness with Brian Keane, Personal Trainer | 29 Nov 2022 | 01:06:34 | |
This week, Joy chats with Brian Keane, a Reps qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer, certified Strength and Conditioning Coach and Sports Nutritionist. He also hosts one of Ireland and the UK’s top health podcast which is regularly featured #1 on the iTunes Health Charts. Over the past seven years, he has gone from working full time as primary school teacher to one of Ireland’s leading thought leaders on all things health, fitness and nutrition. This episode is packed with wisdom designed to help you find your personalized approach to optimal health and wellness! In this episode Brian shares his evidence-based suggestions for creating an individualized approach to fitness and wellness. He shares loads of inspiring and actionable tips that you can start incorporating into your life straight away. You’ll love his honesty and fresh take on how to approach fitness and strength training. If you want simple, actionable advice to help you get started on your personal fitness journey, then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa your favourite cozy tea and get ready to be inspired to take your health and your life into your own hands!
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Resources: Sign up for Brian’s Newsletter!
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| 85: Facing Your Fears with Jill Heinerth, Underwater Explorer | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:55:14 | |
This week, Joy chats with Jill Heinerth, one of the world’s premier underwater explorers and the first person to dive inside iceberg caves. Jill leads expeditions into extreme environments to advance scientific and geographic knowledge. She is an acclaimed polar explorer, cave diver, author, speaker, filmmaker, and climate advocate. Joy fell in love with her best-selling book, Into The Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver which details her journey into the extreme world of underwater cave exploration where she has had to overcome fear in order to go where no one has gone before. You will LOVE this chat! In this episode Jill shares her experiences exploring some of the most beautiful and dangerous ecosystems in the world. She talks about the importance of using her fear to help her assess the risks of any dive to keep her and her team safe. You’ll also love her simple tips to help you live a life that supports the health of the planet. After listening to this episode you will feel inspired to follow your passion to create a life of adventure and joy. If you want to learn all about the incredible world of cave diving and the animals and ecosystems below the surface, you won’t want to miss this episode. So brew up a cup of ultra-soothing tea, settle in, and get ready to be amazed by Jill’s incredible life story!
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Resources: Great Lakes Untamed Documentary
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| 84: Increasing Resilience & the Power of Prevention with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng | 15 Nov 2022 | 01:03:21 | |
This week, Joy chats with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, the department head of critical care at The Ottawa Hospital. As a researcher, he is interested in using ICU resources more efficiently and improving access to palliative care in the ICU. He also created ‘Solving Wellness’ a virtual health & wellness platform for health care professionals. The goal of ‘Solving Wellness’ is to help address health care burnout and provide health, fitness and self care for its members. In this episode Dr. Kyeremanteng shares his experiences working in the fast-paced environment of the ICU and how he takes steps every day to increase his resilience to prevent burnout. He also highlights the importance of investing in prevention and mental health support for achieving overall wellness. After listening to this episode you will feel empowered to take small steps every day to support your health and prevent illness. This chat will stick with you because it’s so inspiring! If you want to learn how to take simple steps to support your physical and mental well-being then you won’t want to miss this episode! So brew up a cup of detoxifying tea, settle in, and get ready to be inspired to support your health, naturally!
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More about Joyous Health: · Check out our award-winning blog Joyous Health · Check out Joy’s bestselling cookbooks · Sign up for the Joyous Health newsletter · Follow Joyous Health on Instagram · Find Joyous Health on Facebook · Learn more about The Joyous Health Business Program · Check out our full line of Natural & Organic Haircare and Body Care. · Join Joy’s Hair Care Challenge at Natural Hair Care Challenge · Explore Joyous Health Kids at Joyous Health Kids | |||
| 83: Clean Beauty with Melanie Cruickshank, Founder of dalish Cosmetics | 08 Nov 2022 | 01:01:01 | |
This week, Joy chats with Melanie Cruikshank, the founder of Toronto-based clean beauty brand dalish Cosmetics whose mother said she was born to wear lipstick and heels. After attending Cosmetology & Aromatology school - the study of Plant & Botanical based Chemistry, she knew she wanted to create nontoxic cosmetics so her customers could feel confident and fabulous. Her mission is to create clean, luxurious beauty products that you feel good about using, that are vegan, easy to apply, feel amazing on, are long lasting, sustainably sourced and come in killer shades. In this episode Melanie shares her struggles growing up with acne and how she was inspired to create a line of cosmetics that are as accessible as they are clean. She also goes into detail about the foods, habits, and lifestyle tips she follows to support glowing health from the inside out. After listening to this episode you will feel empowered to ditch the toxic cosmetic chemicals and get ready to enhance your beauty, naturally! If you want to learn more about holistic approaches to skin health, the cosmetics industry, and how to choose the best products for yourself and the planet, then you won’t want to miss this episode! So steep your favourite cup of beauty-boosting tea, settle in, and get ready to be inspired to live a clean beauty lifestyle.
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Resources: Use code JOYOUS20 to save 20% at Dalish Cosmetics
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| 82: Diving Deep into Vitamin D with Josh Gitalis, Clinical Nutritionist | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:56:53 | |
This week, Joy chats with Josh Gitalis, a Clinical Nutritionist who is a recognized expert in the fields of clinical detoxification and therapeutic supplementation. He runs a Toronto-based, private practice, with a worldwide client base. As a leader in his field, Josh teaches Clinical Nutrition for several natural health colleges and is the first Canadian nutritionist to become an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). In this episode Josh shares his wealth of knowledge on all things vitamin D from what it is and how it functions in the body to the best ways to incorporate it into your life. You’ll be amazed to learn how this humble nutrient impacts everything from immune function to gut health to bone density! After listening to this episode you’ll have all the knowledge you need to start incorporating safe vitamin D supplementation into your routine. If you’ve been looking to learn more about vitamin D and why we need it for vibrant, happy, joyous health then you won’t want to miss this episode! So brew a cup of your favourite tea, grab a pen and paper, and get ready for a deep dive on this super nutrient!
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Resources: The Impact of Nutrition & Lifestyle on Mental Health with Josh Gitalis Today is the Day Podcast with his wife and nutritionist, Meghan Telpner
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| 81: Simple Hacks for a Healthy Gut with Desiree Nielsen, Registered Dietician | 25 Oct 2022 | 01:00:49 | |
This week, Joy chats with Desiree Nielsen, a registered dietitian who takes an evidence-based, integrative approach to her dietetics work, with a focus on anti-inflammatory, plant-centred nutrition and digestive health. She is the author of multiple books, including one on anti-inflammatory nutrition called Un-Junk Your Diet, a plant-based cookbook called Eat More Plants: 100 Anti-inflammatory Plant-centred Recipes for Vibrant Living, which became a #1 National Bestseller, and her new cookbook on gut health, Good For Your Gut: A Plant-based Digestive Health Guide and Nourishing Recipes for Living Well. She also hosts the evidence-informed wellness podcast, The Allsorts Podcast, where she interviews leading experts on topics such as gut health, plant-based nutrition, and more. In this episode Desiree shares actionable steps to help reduce bloating and train your digestive tract to enjoy more plant-based foods. Desiree is a wealth of knowledge and the simple, but powerful information she shares will change your gut and your life forever! After listening to this episode you will feel empowered to make small, sustainable changes to your diet and lifestyle in order to support lasting health. If you’ve been struggling with digestive health and overwhelmed with conflicting information on how to heal then you won’t want to miss this episode! So grab your favourite cup of tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to heal your gut, naturally.
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Resources: Sign up for Desiree’s Newsletter Join Desiree’s Free Nutrition Community The Allsorts Podcast on Instagram Listen to the Allsorts Podcast
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| 107: Breaking the Taboo: Redefining Menopause and Aging with Jill Chmielewski | 21 Nov 2023 | 00:48:20 | |
In this episode of the Joyous Health podcast, host Joy welcomes Jill, a registered nurse and certified functional medicine practitioner, who is on a mission to change the way we approach menopause and aging. Jill believes that it is possible for midlife women to feel vibrant, happy, healthy, balanced, sexy, and strong. She guides women to greater well-being by addressing the root cause of their symptoms and educating them about their bodies. Join Joy and Jill as they discuss the importance of taking small steps towards better health and embracing the notion that aging doesn't have to mean decline.
Episode Highlights: [00:00:39] Embracing Aging and Menopause. [00:03:34] Hormones and perimenopause. [00:07:38] The journey of menopause. [00:11:33] Lifestyle habits for menopause. [00:16:18] Sleep and menopause. [00:18:41] Hormones and sleep issues. [00:20:44] Hormone replacement and progesterone cream. [00:25:13] Drawbacks of taking oral progesterone. [00:28:30] Hormone replacement therapy benefits. [00:32:23] Symptoms of estrogen plummeting. [00:36:48] Vaginal dryness and micro tears. [00:39:22] When should I start? [00:43:22] Testosterone and healthy aging. [00:44:39] Hormone support and body function. [00:48:05] The more people we can help.
Resources: Find Jill on Instagram Find Jill’s website
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| 80: Dirty Secrets of the Fast Fashion Industry with Kristi Soomer, Founder of Encircled | 18 Oct 2022 | 01:00:32 | |
This week, Joy chats with Kristi Soomer, the founder and CEO of Encircled, a Canadian-made line of versatile, sustainable clothing that helps women streamline their wardrobes. Encircled was born out of her love of travel and dislike of checking a bag–her first dress was created on the floor of her condo in 2012! Since then she has grown Encircled into a seven-figure business that was named a certified B-corp in 2018. She is committed to meeting high ethical standards in all aspects of her company, from using fabrics that honour the environment to providing good working environments and fair wages to all her employees.
In this episode Kristi discusses how she got into creating comfy, ethical clothing, her journey as an entrepreneur, and the differences between fast and slow fashion. She shares some of the most sustainable fabrics to look for when shopping and which ones should be avoided when possible. After listening to this episode you will feel ready to start asking questions about where your clothes come from so that you can make the healthiest possible choices. If you’ve been looking to learn more about the fashion industry and its impact on your health and the health of the planet then you won’t want to miss this episode! So grab your favourite cup of tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to be inspired to start building your sustainable wardrobe!
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Resources: Get 15% off Your Order with Code JOYOUS15 until Nov. 30th, 2022 Sign up for the Encircled Newsletter
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| 79: Navigating Infertility, Motherhood, & Entrepreneurship with Hannah Sunderani, Cookbook Author | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:43:58 | |
This week, Joy chats with Hannah Sunderani, the creator of the popular blog Two Spoons. Since she was last on the podcast she’s become a mum and authored The Two Spoons Cookbook: More Than 100 French-Inspired Vegan Recipes. She is an editor at the feedfeed, a contributor to Best of Vegan, and a recipe contributor to THRIVE and One Green Planet. Her recipes have also been featured in numerous magazines including Better Homes and Gardens, Simply Gluten-Free, VegNews, House & Home, and Hello! Fashion UK. To say she knows good food is the understatement of the year! In this episode Hannah discusses her journey with infertility and what life is like with a ten month old as she runs her own business. She also dives deep into the creation process behind her new cookbook and shares her passion for simple, delicious food and sharing it with friends and family. After listening to this episode you will feel inspired to get in the kitchen to create meals the whole family will love.
If you’ve been looking for an honest representation of infertility, balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, and the pure joy of delicious food then you won’t want to miss this episode! So grab your favourite cup of iced tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to be inspired to take your plant-based cooking to new culinary heights!
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Resources: Hannah’s First Joyous Health Podcast Episode Hannah’s Chocolate Almond Butter Truffles
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| 78: A Simplified Approach to Natural Health with Stewart Brown, Founder of Genuine Health | 12 Jul 2022 | 00:50:46 | |
This week, Joy and Walker chat with Stewart Brown, founder of the amazing, research-backed supplement company Genuine Health. He has been in the natural health and supplement industry since he was 16 years old and cannot imagine anything more important that he could have dedicated his life's work to. He knows his company has the opportunity to change people’s lives every day, and he takes that responsibility very seriously. He is passionate about looking at the latest research in nutritional science to drive innovation in their products so that you can live a life of vibrancy and vitality! In this episode Stewart discusses how he got started working in the natural health field and how that led him to open his own health food store in the mid 80s in the heart of the LGBT community in Toronto. Shortly after, the HIV crisis hit and his store, Supplements Plus, was in the heart of the epidemic. You’ll learn how this experience eventually led to the creation of Genuine Health and his passion for educating people on the simple pillars of wellness that create a foundation for lasting health. After listening to this episode you will feel inspired to make small, lasting changes so you can live your healthiest and happiest life! If you’ve been looking to kickstart your own healthy habits and incorporate more nutrient density into your diet, you won’t want to miss this episode! So grab your favourite cup of iced tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to learn how to thrive!
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Resources: Genuine Health Website–use code GHJoyous20 to save 20% sitewide! Genuine Healthy Kids with Joyous Health–use code GHJoyous20 to save 20% sitewide! Becoming Sugar Free by Julie Daniluk Your Brain on Nature by Dr. Alan Logan & Eva M. Selhub, M.D.
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| 77: A Holistic Approach to Overcoming Eczema with Abby Lai, Nutritionist | 05 Jul 2022 | 01:03:13 | |
This week, Joy chats with Abby Lai, who became a Registered Holistic Nutritionist after suffering from eczema that was so severe her doctors said it was the worst that they had ever seen. Since she discovered a holistic approach to health, she has become passionate about helping people overcome eczema, naturally. She is the host of The Eczema Podcast, which has helped eczema sufferers around the world with over 100,000 listens and 500,000 views on YouTube. She is also the founder of Conqueror Skincare, which is an all natural product line to help eczema and dry skin. In this episode Abby discusses her experience with conventional eczema treatments and how she came to discover a more natural, whole body approach to overcoming her condition. She is a wealth of knowledge on all things eczema and shares how our environment, thoughts, diet, lifestyle, gut health, and digestion can all impact the health of our skin. After listening to her speak, you will be filled with hope for an eczema-free future! If you’ve been struggling with dry, inflamed, or eczema-prone skin, you won’t want to miss this episode! Abby shares tons of actionable tips on everything from food triggers to lifestyle shifts that you can start exploring today. So grab your favourite anti-inflammatory tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to learn to support your skin health from the inside out!
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Resources: Free E-Book: 6 Ways to Clear Eczema Free Webinar: 3 Mistakes Stopping Your Healing
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| 76: Getting Quiet & Tuning Into Your Intuition with Meghan Telpner | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:57:17 | |
This week, Joy and Walker chat with Meghan Telpner, a Toronto-based author, speaker, nutritionist, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. She’s written two bestselling books: UnDiet: Eat Your Way to Vibrant Health and The UnDiet Cookbook. Meghan’s success in cultivating a global community of UnDiet enthusiasts and Culinary Nutrition Experts has garnered her a feature in Forbes, and ranked her as one of the top 100 female entrepreneurs in Canada. In this episode Meghan discusses the big changes she’s recently made in her career and the new direction in which she’s being called to serve. This exciting change includes sharing information on coherence practices, what they are, and how you can use them in your life to create more confidence, trust, and courage in making the best decisions for you and your family. After hearing Meghan speak you’ll be ready to get still and reconnect with your truest sense of self. If you’re looking for actionable steps to help you find stillness, clear your mental clutter, and reconnect with your intuition, you won’t want to miss a moment of this chat! Meghan clearly and simply explains exactly how to start your own coherence practice, today! So grab your favourite soothing tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to tap into your intuitive power!
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Resources: Rise & Shine Intuition Masterclass The Academy of Culinary Nutrition
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| 75: A Gentle, Balanced Approach to Managing Anxiety with Meg De Jong, Holistic Nutritionist | 21 Jun 2022 | 01:06:40 | |
This week, Joy chats with Meg De Jong, a holistic nutritionist whose areas of expertise include nutrition for anxiety and gut health. Her deepest desire is to support people in truly thriving in their bodies and minds. She teaches her clients to eat in a more self loving way that helps them feel grounded, calm, and nourished, while addressing underlying health imbalances that can worsen anxiety. Meg went through many of her own health challenges, which led to her work ensuring that fewer people are left confused and struggling like she once was. In this episode she discusses factors that increase your risk of developing anxiety, how hormones impact mental health, and the foods and nutrients you can incorporate to support your body and mind. She highlights the importance of being gentle with yourself and pursuing a balanced approach to managing your anxiety that includes body-loving lifestyle tips. After hearing Meg speak you will be filled with hope and optimism for an anxiety-free future! If you struggle with anxiety, you won’t want to miss a moment of this chat. This episode is packed with gentle, but actionable tips that you can start incorporating straight away to nourish your body and feed your soul to support optimal mental health. Grab your favourite cup of nervous-system soothing tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to learn how to thrive!
Episode Highlights:
Resources: Eat to Ease Anxiety Online Program FREE Eat to Ease Anxiety Guide Grounded and Glowing Retreat Deets Get Growing Food Online Course Delicious Recipes from the Blog!
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| 74: Hacking Your Way to Optimal Health with Bryce Wylde, Natural Health Expert | 14 Jun 2022 | 01:30:32 | |
This week, Joy and Walker chat with Bryce Wylde, one of Canada's leading alternative health experts, Bryce is a highly knowledgeable and respected natural healthcare practitioner whose specialty is homeopathy, clinical nutrition, supplementation, and botanical medicine and whose focus is rooted within functional medicine. He’s been a guest expert on Cityline, The Marilyn Dennis Show, and Dr. Oz where he’s shared his knowledge on genetics and immunity for optimal health. In this episode Bryce discusses the importance of figuring out your unique genetic predispositions and supporting your optimal health with evidence-based supplements and lifestyle habits. He dives deep into the power we have to turn certain genes off or on in order to promote optimal health for a long lifespan. After listening to this episode you’ll be empowered to take control of your health by balancing your immune function and lowering chronic inflammation through personalized health hacks. If you’re ready to nerd out on genetics, superfoods, powerful supplements, and other natural health hacks then you won’t want to miss this episode. Grab your favourite cup of green tea, settle in with your notebook, and get ready to learn how to best support your personalized optimal health!
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Resources: Personalized Immune Support- Mymmunity- 15% discount applies automatically at check out! Agravitae Graviola Infused Latte Bars
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| 73: Step Into Your Dream Life with Rachel Molenda, Mindset Coach | 07 Jun 2022 | 01:08:17 | |
This week, Joy and Walker chat with Rachel Molenda, a Mindset and Life Coach who specializes in supporting women in transforming the limiting beliefs that are keeping them stuck so they can step into the life they desire. She used this work to radically transform her own life and is passionate about supporting women on their growth journey. Her process can help shift beliefs around money, readiness, your body, and beyond so you can step into the juicy life you deserve. She is also the host of the award-winning Fill Your Cup Podcast where people can get advice on how to live their most authentic lives. In this episode Rachel discusses the importance of uncovering and addressing our subconscious beliefs and rewriting the “script” playing in the background so that you can find what’s holding you back from stepping into your dream life. She explains that we live 95% of our lives from our subconscious mind and through cultivating awareness and action, we can change the beliefs that guide our thoughts, feelings, and actions for the better. If you feel stuck in your current situation and are looking for guidance on how to take the next scary step forward, you won’t want to miss this episode. Grab your favourite cup of tea, settle in with your notebook, and prepare to be inspired!
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Resources: Self-Identity Script Writing Workshop Rachel Molenda on Emotional Eating Intuitive Eating Podcast Episode Guide
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| 72: A Holistic Approach to Healing Anxiety with Dr. Ellen Vora | 31 May 2022 | 01:06:58 | |
This week, Joy chats with Dr. Ellen Vora, a holistic psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health by considering the whole person and addressing bodily imbalances at their root. Dr. Vora received a B.A. from Yale University, an M.D. from Columbia University, and is board-certified in psychiatry and integrative holistic medicine. She is the author of the new bestseller, The Anatomy of Anxiety and she’s here to share her evidence-based approach to holistic mental health. In this episode Dr. Vora discusses the root causes of anxiety and the variety of holistic tools she uses to support her patients. Her approach looks at the whole person and all the dietary and lifestyle tools they can use to not just alleviate symptoms, but truly heal on a deep level. She discusses the difference between “true” and “false” anxiety and the empowering knowledge that these “false” anxieties are relatively easy to correct based on her recommendations. If you struggle with anxiety, you won’t want to miss Dr. Vora’s grounded and gentle approach to healing. This episode is packed with actionable steps you can start incorporating straight away to nourish your body and soothe your nervous system. So settle in with a pen and paper because you won’t want to miss a single one of her powerful recommendations!
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Resources: How to Control Anxiety Online Program Managing Depression Online Program
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| 71: Supporting Gut Health for Clear Skin with Sisley Killam, Acne Nutritionist | 24 May 2022 | 01:07:49 | |
This week, Joy chats with Sisley, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Acne Coach and Health & Wellness Blogger. She is based in Vancouver, Canada and takes advantage of all the city has to offer to support wellness. Sisley helps women clear their acne naturally through holistic nutrition, skincare, supplementation, lifestyle and mindset. She is the founder of the health and wellness blog, The Pure Life, and has organized and hosted workshops, retreats and group programs for women from around the world. In this episode Sisley discusses the root cause of acne including the role of digestive health and environmental triggers and even healthy foods that can trigger a breakout! Joy and Sisley share so much wisdom about how to prevent breakouts, treat acute flare ups, and live a balanced life free of the food fear that so many people with acne experience. If you’ve been struggling with breakouts or acne and are looking for clear, actionable steps you can take to support healthy skin, you won’t want to miss this episode. Sisley’s approach to nutrition and skin health is realistic and grounded in research and experience. So settle in with a glass of this gut-loving Golden Elixir and your pen and paper because you won’t want to miss a single skin-loving tip!
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Resources: Free Guide: 6 Steps to Clear Skin Sisley’s Acne Protocol: The Complete Guide Acne Tips on The Pure Life Blog
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| 106: Developing Courage and Making Difficult Decisions with Dr. Kwado Kyeremanteng | 14 Nov 2023 | 00:47:01 | |
This week Joy chats with Dr. Kwado Kyeremanteng, the department head of critical care at the Ottawa Hospital. He shares his insights on the importance of finding the leader within oneself and the courage to be authentic, even if you're not in a leadership role. He discusses his new book, "Unapologetic Leadership," and inspires listeners with his stories and energy. Dr. K also talks about his work in caring for the sickest patients in the ICU and his research on improving ICU resources and access to palliative care. Don't miss this empowering conversation on finding courage and making a positive impact.
Episode Highlights: [00:02:25] Authentic leadership and courage. [00:04:51] Making decisions from our values. [00:09:32] People's unwavering belief systems. [00:12:30] Speaking up in challenging environments. [00:18:37] Authenticity and its impact. [00:28:16] Using rejection as fuel. [00:30:09] Developing a stomach for difficult decisions. [00:36:59] Managing stress and relaxation. [00:38:56] Leaning on your partner. [00:42:49] Improving healthcare and avoiding ICU.
Resources: Dr. K’s new book: Unapologetic Leadership: Finding The Moral Courage To Do The Right Thing Dr. K on Instagram Dr. K on Tiktok Solving Healthcare Website Solving Healthcare Podcast
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| 70: Harnessing the Healing Power of Medicinal Mushrooms with Tonya Papanikolov, Founder of Rainbo | 17 May 2022 | 01:21:48 | |
This week, Joy and Walker chat with Tonya Papanikolov, Holistic Nutritionist, educator, founder and CEO of Rainbo, a Canadian medicinal mushroom company. She is a graduate of the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Nutraceutical Sciences from the University of Guelph and is a certified Reiki and Kundalini practitioner. She believes that radiance starts on the inside by eating whole plant foods and learning to interpret and listen to the wisdom of your body. In this episode Tonya discusses the connection she has with nourishing foods and her self-care rituals to inspire others so they can experience health and vitality. A major part of her healing journey included medicinal mushrooms and her passion for their healing power led her to create her own mushroom company in 2018. Her knowledge on the interconnection between fungi and health is sure to empower you! If you’ve been hearing a lot about “adaptogens” and “functional” or “medicinal” mushrooms, but aren’t quite sure what that means or how they work, then you won’t want to miss this episode. Tonya shares the history and magical healing powers of medicinal mushrooms in a fun, approachable, and inspiring way that will have you ready to discover your very own spirit mushroom!
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Resources: Get 11% off Your First Rainbo Order!
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| 69: Powerful Hacks for Blood Sugar Balance with Jessie Inchauspé | 10 May 2022 | 00:54:54 | |
This week, Joy chats with Jessie Inchauspé, the founder of the wildly popular Instagram account Glucose Goddess and author of the book Glucose Revolution. She holds a bachelor of science degree in mathematics from King's College London and a master of science degree in biochemistry from Georgetown University. Her mission is to translate cutting-edge science into easy advice to help people improve their physical and mental health, especially when it comes to balancing your blood sugar. Whether you struggle with acne, PCOS, chronic inflammation, uncontrollable food cravings, or hormonal imbalance, the information in this episode will help you take control of your health, today! This episode is packed with practical tips you can start applying at your very next meal to balance your blood sugar, without having to go on a sugar detox or give up your favourite foods. If you feel overwhelmed with all the advice and information about how and when to eat for lasting health and wellness, especially when it comes to controlling glucose spikes then this episode is for you. Jessie keeps things simple and offers a wide range of suggestions and tips that you can test to discover what works best for you and your lifestyle.
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| 68: A Healthy Pregnancy Journey with Lindsay Taylor, The Food Doula | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:56:35 | |
This week, Joy is joined by Lindsay Taylor, a pre- and post-natal nutrition expert, health researcher and doula who supports women to get confidently nourished before, during, and after pregnancy. Lindsay is also the author of the best-selling book, The Food Doula Cookbook, a cookbook that offers easy, delicious recipes for preconception, each of the 3 trimesters, and postpartum, as well as down-to-earth nutrition guidance that works for real life.
She is a beaming ray of sunshine in the food world who believes that we still deserve to feel good and eat food we love at every step of our pregnancy journey. Nourishing good foods shouldn’t taste bland and boring otherwise, what’s the point? Her philosophy is founded on the belief that we can make healthy taste good to support your body from preconception to postpartum.
In this episode Joy and Lindsay discuss:
This episode will give you the foundation you need to lovingly nourish your body whether you’re planning a pregnancy, currently pregnant, or in that 4th trimester postpartum period. Lindsay is a wealth of knowledge who will inspire you to eat a wide range of pregnancy superfoods so that you and baby are as happy and healthy as possible.
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Resources: Find Lindsay Taylor on Instagram Sign Up For The Food Doula Newsletter Order The Food Doula Cookbook! Take Lindsay’s Postpartum Prep Cooking Class Get One-on-One Nutrition Coaching Fullwell Prenatal Multivitamins Seeking Health Prenatal Multivitamins
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| 67: Finding Your Optimal Potential Through Mindfulness with Yogi Shambu | 22 Feb 2022 | 01:12:08 | |
This week, Joy and Walker are joined by Yogi Shambu in a wide ranging, engaging discussion. Shambu starts by sharing the role of ritual, meditation, and mindfulness practices to create a balanced life of optimal potential. From there, he shares his experiences as a member of the Rainforest Flying Squad, who are on the ground daily fighting to protect the last of BC’s old growth forests. Shambu is a fascinating guest. He was born into an artist and healer community and exposed to a revolving door of people who expected more from life and human potential. These early life experiences led him down his path as an energetic healer. He helps his clients release energetic residues of past experiences to allow their present reality to come into clarity. He does this work through his own combination of energy healing, spiritual counsel, and yogic teachings. In this episode they discuss
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| 66: Managing Rosacea Naturally and Building Your Healthiest Skin with Joy McCarthy | 15 Feb 2022 | 01:19:00 | |
This week, Joy shares her own skin journey with rosacea and how it impacted her confidence. She dives deep into the research she did to find the best approach to manage her symptoms to give you a solid foundation to care for your skin. She knows rosacea is a multifactorial condition, so she shares her best tips to support your skin, inside and out. In this episode she talks about:
If you struggle with rosacea or red, inflamed skin you are going to love this episode! It’s packed with actionable tips that you can start incorporating into your life right away to support your softest, smoothest skin ever!
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Resources: Rosacea: How I Care For My Skin Naturally Rosacea: Steer Clear of These Foods For Calm Skin Rosacea: Natural Health Supplements 5 Ingredients To Brighten, Balance, & Nourish Your Skin 6 Factors That Sabotage Healthy Skin + Solutions Our Organic Skincare Line Is Here! Shop Our Joyous Skincare Line! $100 Coupon for the Dutch Test!
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| 65: Raising Resilient, Joyful Children Through Peaceful Parenting with Dr. Laura Markham | 08 Feb 2022 | 01:02:13 | |
This week, Joy is joined by Dr. Laura Markham, a Clinical Psychologist at Columbia University and Founder of Aha! Parenting. She is also the author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids; Peaceful Parents, Happy Siblings; and Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids Workbook: Using Mindfulness and Connection to Raise Resilient, Joyful Children and Rediscover your Love of Parenting. Her approach to parenting is inspiring and supportive; she will make you believe in yourself and your ability to raise joyful, resilient children. Today’s episode focuses on Dr. Laura’s 3 big ideas that parents and caregivers can use so that they can embody peaceful parenting: Regulating your own emotions. Connecting with your child. Coaching your child. This episode is filled with practical tips for managing parenting situations to create safety and connection between you and your child. You’ll learn the importance of building that connection with your child so they feel understood and can take responsibility for their actions. Kids want to be their best selves and by learning how to connect and coach them, you can help them get there. Dr. Laura also shares the best piece of advice she didn’t learn in school about how to be an emotionally generous and supportive parent. Whether you’re pregnant, have a toddler, or are raising a teen, her advice will help you become the best parent you can be. You’re going to love this episode and walk away feeling inspired and confident in your ability to connect with your child as a peaceful parent.
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Resources: Dr. Laura’s Website: Sign up for her amazing newsletter! Dr. Laura’s Peaceful Parenting Course Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Book
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| 64: Defeating Average with Ultramarathoner Colin Nanka | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:55:08 | |
This week Joy is joined by ultramarathoner Colin Nanka who by defeating the average, shows that anyone can accomplish their dreams of participating in 10 races. Colin teaches us how it is so much more than just being physically fit. In this episode, Colin shows us how embracing difficulties and pain can lead to the greatest achievements in our lives. Episode Highlights:
Resources: Check out Jeff Warren’s episode on the Joyous Health Podcast
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| 63: Aligning your Individuality with Astrology with Renata Taravski | 25 Jan 2022 | 01:02:35 | |
This week, Joy leans in to discuss living a purposeful life with Renata, a Naturopathic Doctor turned Astrologer, Soul Alignment Coach and Spiritual Mentor. Renata has 10+ years experience in natural medicine, coaching, yoga, astrology, tarot and has helped hundreds of women create soulful success on their terms. In this episode, Renata inspires us to move past our hidden fears, reconnect with our higher selves, and start living a life aligned with our purpose. Episode Highlights:
Resources: Renata’s Content, Readings & More
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| 62: Why Quit Sugar and Save Your Health with Julie Daniluk | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:54:26 | |
This week, Joy and Walker are joined by sugar-free activist Julie Daniluk, a nutritionist, award-winning author, TV host and anti-inflammatory food & lifestyle expert. Julie returns to share with us how damaging sugar is for nearly every system in the body from our hormones, mental health to our skin and how it is at the root of many chronic diseases. She guides us on an approachable path instead, helping us say goodbye to sugar without feeling deprived and shares many sugar substitutes so you can still have your cake and eat it too! In this episode, Julie shares the tools to becoming sugar-free - which is also the title of her latest book. Episode Highlights:
Resources: The ‘How Addicted to Sugar Are You’ Quiz Julie’s Free Webinar to Break Free from Sugar Cravings Julie’s latest book: Becoming Sugar-free
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| 61: Harnessing Your Intuition and Compassion with Xavier Dagba | 21 Dec 2021 | 01:24:41 | |
This week, Joy and Walker consider the immense possibilities opened by simply leading with intuition and compassion. They are joined by Xavier Dagba, a trauma informed transformational life coach, shadow work facilitator and intuitive healer. Xavier is a firm believer that personal freedom can only be achieved when we allow ourselves to welcome the wisdom hidden within every emotional state, good or “bad”. In this episode, Xavier inspires us to see beyond the black and white, open our perspectives, and invite compassion into every part of our daily lives. Episode Highlights:
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| 105: Navigating Perimenopause: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips with Dr. Rachel Schwartzman | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:51:24 | |
This week Joy chats with Dr. Rachel Schwartzman, a board certified and licensed naturopathic doctor, about perimenopause. They discuss the lack of information available on this topic and the various symptoms women experience during this time of transition. Dr. Rachel provides actionable steps for managing these symptoms and offers valuable insights into women's health and hormonal imbalances. Tune in to gain knowledge and take control of your health during perimenopause. This is definitely an episode where you'll want to take some notes, so settle in with a skin-nourishing cuppa tea and get your notebook ready!
Episode Highlights: [00:01:11] Lack of information on menopause. [00:05:00] Common symptoms in perimenopause. [00:09:37] Heavy periods and alarming symptoms. [00:11:23] Body changes and societal pressure. [00:15:19] Supporting testosterone with weight-bearing exercises. [00:19:17] The Toxic 10 ingredients. [00:23:09] The power of healthy fats. [00:26:17] Clean estrogen and cruciferous vegetables. [00:29:09] Fermented foods and vegan chili. [00:33:14] Toxic cleaning products vs. natural alternatives. [00:36:34] Natural health products. [00:40:17] Herbs for nervous system support. [00:45:11] Magnesium and its benefits. [00:48:08] Conscious breathing and meditation. Resources: Rachel’s Website Rachels’s Instagram Rachel’s Facebook Dupont Family Clinic Website JHP: Raising healthy eaters with Dr. Rachel Schwartzman
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| 60: Fluoride and Neurotoxicity with Michael Connett | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:52:28 | |
This week, Joy has an important subject to discuss: the presence of fluoride in our water and its effects on our health. She’s joined by Michael Connett, lead attorney in the ongoing lawsuit against the EPA over the neurotoxicity of fluoride. Michael is a partner at Waters Kraus & Paul in LA, where he focuses on helping victims catastrophically injured by toxic substances and dangerous products. He’s also a consultant for the Fluoride Action Network (FAN), which aims to broaden awareness of the toxicity of fluoride compounds. In this episode, Michael guides us through why we should be concerned about the presence of fluoride in our water supply, why governments have not updated their policies, and how he and FAN are hoping to change attitudes towards fluoridation.
Joy’s interview with Michael opens with some information about why fluoridation of our water started in the first place and why new dental research has put the validity of this practice in doubt. Michael points out that while water fluoridation is widespread in North America, most Western countries have chosen not to follow in the US’s footsteps, prioritizing informed consent and the possibility of long-term effects on health. These effects include potential harm to children’s neurodevelopment, with many studies showing a link between exposure to elevated fluoride and lowered IQ and ADHD. Michael suggests that institutional inertia may play a part in the government’s refusal to change its policies on fluoridation and discusses how FAN’s lawsuit against the EPA aims to shake up attitudes toward fluoride. He highlights the prenatal effects of fluoride as one of the key concerns being researched right now, points out that bottle-feeding newborns increases their fluoride exposure massively, and explains some of the common ways you and your children can be exposed to fluoridated water—including the high levels present in green and black tea. Finally, Michael explains the significant impact FAN’s lawsuit may have on the future of fluoridation policy and suggests some ways to support FAN and the campaign against fluoridation. Filled with vital information regarding this most critical of topics, today’s interview marks yet another episode of Joyous Health that you absolutely cannot afford to miss.
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| 59: Mindful Cooking and Eating with Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:46:46 | |
Joy and Walker are back with the seventh season of the Joyous Health podcast to bring another dose of joy to your day! On this week’s episode, they’re talking with Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai, the husband and wife duo behind the popular food blog Chef Sous Chef and co-authors of cookbook Eat With Us. Philip and Mystique aim to empower home cooks to get into the kitchen and create, sharing delicious contemporary recipes and mindful cooking tips made to inspire. Just as they connected by cooking together, their philosophy encourages a slower, more mindful approach to cooking and eating so that we can enjoy and elevate our experiences with food.
The show kicks off with the story of how Philip and Mystique found their groove in the kitchen while they were dating, with Philip playing chef and Mystique becoming sous chef (and designated stirrer!)—hence the title of their blog. The pair then talk about their backgrounds with food and how, in their own ways, family dinners taught them to appreciate and interact with cooking. Next, they move on to talk about mindfulness in the kitchen and how it extends beyond savoring your meals to being aware of the quality and sustainability of your ingredients and supporting your local food community. Via some tips about making good tzatziki, they then discuss recipe inspiration and eating out vs. dining in, before Mystique describes some of her stranger pregnancy cravings and she and Philip trade stories with Joy and Walker about how to cook when you have young kids. Finally, they wrap things up with the serendipitous story of how they got their book deal and some details about their new web series.
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Resources: Eat With Us, Philip and Mystique’s debut cookbook Dining In, Philip and Mystique’s web series
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| 58: Becoming The Ultimate Entrepreneur and Podcaster with Jesse Chappus | 10 Aug 2021 | 01:01:51 | |
Walker and Joy are incredibly excited to welcome their very dear friend and true podcast royalty, Jesse Chappus, to the podcast today. The brilliant and inquisitive mind behind The Ultimate Health Podcast, Jesse retired from his chiropractic practice in 2016 to work on the podcast full-time with his partner, Marni Wasserman, another favorite guest of the Joyful Health podcast. Through his podcasting experience, Jesse has become an expert in interviewing fascinating minds and his thorough preparation consistently results in intriguing and enlightening conversations with them. He’s a dad, an entrepreneur, a passionate health advocate, and, as you will hear, one remarkably interesting human.
Jesse starts off by sharing some of his background, including the roots and evolution of his interest in natural health, and the effects of the changes he’s made to his diet over the years. He goes on to offer advice on navigating the vast amount of dietary information that is available to people today, the most memorable advice he himself has received through his podcast and the guests he would like to have on it, as well as some of his health rituals and the impact that having a child has had upon them. Jesse reviews the decision that he and Marni made to uproot and move to Windsor, and then he offers details regarding his podcasting career including how they make money from it, his extensive preparation, navigating strong personalities in interviews, and some of his favorite interviewers. The conversation draws to a close with Jesse highlighting the importance of consistently working on interviewing skills and detailing what’s next for him and his podcast. As you listen in today, you will quickly realize why Jesse is considered podcast royalty and understand clearly why The Ultimate Health Podcast is such a runaway success.
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“What I really liked about learning about this stuff and taking my health seriously, was that I felt like, you know, you don't ever have total control, but I felt like I had more control over how I felt day to day, and my health destiny over a lifetime.”
“When I met Marnie, we were both on the same page and had these deep, you know, ideas about how we wanted to live and, and, you know, spend our time, spend our money, learn together.”
“And at this point, I just feel solid in what we're doing day to day.”
“There's always little tidbits I take from every guest.”
“There's oftentimes more that these different camps will agree upon, even if overall the diet philosophy is different.”
“I appreciate that you interview so many different perspectives, whether you agree with them or not, that doesn't really matter. But I really appreciate that about you that you have such an open mind.”
“When children see that parents have established those health habits, they're more likely to carry on with those when they are adults.”
“I think as a new parent, you just need to be really flexible...easy on yourself and understand that things are going to change all the time, and maybe the way that you think it's going to go, it might not.”
“In the States, there's just so many more health food options than here in Canada.”
“The primary way we make money from the show is through sponsors.”
“The great thing about podcasting is it's such a narrow niche.”
“We only work with brands that we absolutely love their products. And we put a maximum of four sponsors on each episode.”
“I find that it's just continuing to be consistent and put out good quality content over time.”
“I've put all my eggs in this basket, and just decided to hone in and focus and that's allowed me to go very, very deep with guests and to, yeah, just have some amazing conversations.”
“I look at what I do and what I create as art.”
“So I like to listen to what I put out before I put it out.”
“I think the calm, the relaxed nature of the conversation, is the secret sauce there for them, and it's really hard to do that.”
“I'm going to keep focused and keep, you know, living my passion - lucky enough to say, I can do that day to day.”
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| 57: GMOs and Glyphosate: What you need to know with Jeffrey Smith | 20 Jul 2021 | 01:02:57 | |
This week, celebrated American consumer activist, award winning documentary film director, best selling author and internationally respected GMO activist, Jeffrey Smith, joins Walker and Joy for a simply riveting interview. In addition to being the founding executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology, Jeffrey has given thousands of lectures and interviews in over 40 countries, trained 1,500 speakers, organized over 10,000 grassroots activists, and appeared in top news outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time Magazine, The Doctors, and The Dr. Oz Show. His life’s work is truly transformative on a global scale and he discusses so much of it with our hosts here today.
The episode begins as a primer on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), Roundup, and glyphosates, explaining their history and effects, our exposure to them, as well as research and court cases involving them. Jeffrey also discusses Monsanto-Bayer, the company responsible for their proliferation, detailing the corruption, misinformation, censorship and discrediting actions in which they are involved. He finishes up by sharing the work that his institute is doing to combat these issues and how listeners can become involved, offering his perspective on the future of genetic engineering, and revealing what ‘Non-GMO Project Verified’ actually means. Steeped in the knowledge and experience of one who is truly an undisputed expert in his field, Jeffrey effortlessly and effectively educates us all in some ‘stuff that feels scary’ while also inspiring and giving us ‘the steps that can be successful’ in this most fascinating and highly impactful conversation with Walker and Joy. Prepare to have your mind blown.
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Resources: The Institute for Responsible Technology Don't Let the Gene Out of the Bottle What's Making Our Children Sick
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