Acid reflux aka GERD is a common and frustrating condition that so many suffer with. In this episode, we break down our top 3 strategies that we have found helpful in correcting acid reflux and providing some relief.

Join the boys from Vitality Multitherapy as they each break down their top 3 remedies for getting rid of headaches. Make sure to implement some of these strategies and let us know how they helped!

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In today’s episode, we each break down our top 3 suggestions for a good night’s sleep. Find out where we overlap and where we differ but most of all, try out some of the suggestions. See what resonates and see if it helps!

In today’s episode, we break down what it means to be healthy and the difference between healthy vs fit, and how it is possible to be very fit yet still be unhealthy. Learn key ways to measure your current level of health, and specific lab tests that can assess your risk for inflammation, cardiovascular disease, and other illnesses.

Highlights:

• Learn key ways of assessing your level of fitness and health.
• Discover the differences between being fit and being healthy.
• What are some of the best markers to measure your actual health.
• How can someone look super fit but actually still be unhealthy?
• Learn easy, free markers that you can check on yourself as well as key functional lab tests that can objectively assess your level of health.
• Discover the best markers to assess for inflammation in the body.
• Discover key symptoms that may be “normal” for you but are indicators that there are underlying problems at play.
• Learn why it is essential to be “Fat Adapted” and how to assess whether or not you are able to burn fat for fuel.
• Discover the top 3 cardiovascular markers that can warn you of trouble years in advance.
• Understand the role of individuality when it comes to your unique supplement dosages.
• Gain insights into how often you should get specific lab testing done to make sure you are on the right track.

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Today the boys from Vitality Multitherapy discuss the most important components to building resilience in your health and in your life. Learn specific strategies and techniques that can help you level up your health and decrease your susceptibility to illness on all levels of your being: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

Highlights:

• Understand what health resilience means.
• Discover why so many people are depleted in resilience and so susceptible to injury and illness.
• Gain insights into how you can start to build more buffer around your health.
• Learn the difference between physical, mental, emotional and spiritual resilience.
• Discover what is meant by the “Functional Zone” and why this area is so important to know about.
• Understand how you can get metabolically younger as you get older.
• Discover the difference between what is “normal” vs what is “optimal.”
• Get tracking sheets that can show you how you are actually doing in regards to your health.
• Learn which components of health are most important to track and measure.
• Discover what lays below the tip of the iceberg to the most common chronic illness we see in North America.
• Learn about the interrelationships between fascial chains, acupuncture meridians and organ system imbalances.
• Learn to interpret the different messages that your body is desperately trying to tell you.
• Discover a process that helps you release uncomfortable emotions within 90 seconds.
• Understand the reason why you may get stuck in uncomfortable emotions.
• Discover the powerful role that your consciousness has on your health.
• Understand why feeling uncomfortable is so important.

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In today’s episode, we discuss the top 6 factors that are wreaking havoc on your nervous system and putting you into a constant state of fight or flight. We break each one down and give you tangible solutions that you can implement right NOW to start optimizing your hormones and get back in control of your life.

Highlights

• Discover the top 6 factors affecting your stress levels.
• Learn solutions that you can implement NOW to start getting your stress under control and balance your hormones.
• Learn the difference between what might feel normal in your body vs what is actually optimal.
• How to dissolve that restless energy inside of you.
• Learn a powerful exercise to help you dissolve the intense emotions that you are feeling.
• Discover strategies that can help you arrive at fresh, new perspectives on your current situations.
• Discover an App that can show you in real-time if you are in an optimal state of nervous system regulation or not.
• Discover the telltale symptoms of low blood sugar and how it can affect your stress levels.
• Learn diet strategies that can assist you in stabilizing your blood sugar.
• Gain insights into important stress-regulating biochemistry that needs to be tested if you have been dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and chronic stress.
• Top strategies on how to deal with underlying inflammation.

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Hosts: Sean, Kevin & Jason

We’re back! After a few trial runs and behind-the-scenes laughs, the Vitality Check podcast officially kicks off (again) with "Episode 1.1".

In this reintroduction, the team shares:

• Why this podcast exists (and why now)
• How their multidisciplinary clinic approach shapes their take on health
• The importance of starting somewhere on your wellness journey
• Why community connection is key to healing
• What’s coming up—like the 10-day meditation challenge starting March 17th

Expect honest conversations, expert insights, and plenty of sarcasm (you’ve been warned). Whether you're dealing with a health issue or just looking for grounded advice, we’ve got your back—and maybe even a laugh track.

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Hosts: Sean, Kevin & Jason

In this energizing episode, the team unpacks why strength training is essential—not just for athletes, but for everyone. From metabolism and mobility to mood and mental clarity, they explain how muscle plays a powerful role in your long-term health and daily function.

They dive into:

• Why strength is a “use it or lose it” kind of deal
• The connection between muscle, metabolism, and aging well
• How to get started if the gym feels intimidating or overwhelming

Why lifting isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about independence, injury prevention, and emotional resilience Real talk, funny stories, and plenty of practical tips. This one’s for the skeptics, the beginners, and the already-lifting legends.

If you want to age with strength, move with confidence, and feel more grounded in your body, strength training should be part of your routine. No pressure, just start. And if you’re not sure how, we’ve got your back.

And if you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out—we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Hosts: Sean, Kevin & Jason

In this episode, the team dives into the autonomic nervous system—what it is, why it matters, and how modern life keeps us stuck in overdrive. You’ll learn how chronic stress, poor sleep, and emotional overload affect your health, and more importantly, what you can actually do about it.

They discuss:

• What the autonomic nervous system does (and how it impacts your daily life)
• Common symptoms of nervous system dysregulation—like pain, poor digestion, burnout, and insomnia
• Why “filling your cup” isn’t optional, it’s essential
• Clinical insights into stress responses and recovery
• Simple tools to shift from fight-or-flight into rest-and-restore mode

Start small. Pause. Breathe. Be honest with where you’re at.

And if you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out—we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason take a deep dive into breath mechanics, from nasal vs. mouth breathing to CO₂ tolerance and oxygen balance. Inspired by Patrick McKeown’s The Oxygen Advantage, the trio discusses how your breath impacts performance, recovery, focus, and longevity, plus simple ways to breathe better starting today.

They discuss:

• Why nasal breathing beats mouth breathing
• CO₂ tolerance and energy efficiency
• How breath influences stress and nervous-system balance
• Quick breathing drills you can try right now

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason dive into the concept of resilience: your body’s capacity to adapt, buffer stress, and recover from the unexpected. They break down what happens when you face change, how your body compensates, and what you can do to strengthen your stress “muscle” before burnout hits.

You’ll learn:

• What resilience really means (and what it’s not)
• How your nervous system adapts under stress
• The importance of recovery and capacity-building
• Daily tools to stay grounded and flexible through change

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason welcome Dr. Sarah, Naturopathic Doctor, to the Vitality Multi-Therapy Clinic team in this special episode of The Vitality Check. Together, they explore the power of a multidisciplinary approach, how integrating chiropractic, osteopathy, physiotherapy, massage, acupuncture, and naturopathy leads to more complete, root-cause-oriented care. The team discusses how collaboration helps patients achieve better outcomes and how any practitioner can build their own referral network, even outside of a shared clinic.

Highlights:

• Introducing Dr. Sarah, Naturopathic Doctor at Vitality Multi-Therapy Clinic
• Why multidisciplinary care creates better outcomes
• How to identify and treat the root cause with multiple perspectives
• Building collaborative relationships with local healthcare professionals
• Why “it takes a team” to support true health and longevity

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Pain isn’t the enemy, it’s information. In this episode, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore what pain really is: the body’s intelligent alarm system designed to protect and adapt. They discuss compensation patterns, why pain is often the last symptom to show up, and how awareness, movement, and collaboration with your healthcare team can turn pain into progress.

They discuss:

• What pain actually signals in the body
• Why compensation patterns matter
• How pain can be the first sign of healing
• Strategies to work with your pain, not against it
• Becoming your own best health advocate

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore the digestive system, the second brain of your body. From neurotransmitters to the microbiome, they unpack how your gut impacts everything from mood to immunity. You’ll learn how to read the signs your body gives you (yes, even in your poop) and how to optimize digestion for better health.

They discuss:

• Why your gut is called your “second brain”
• What your digestion reveals about your health
• The microbiome and its role in mood and energy
• How to interpret digestive signals and take action
• When to explore food sensitivity or allergy testing

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Strength is medicine. In this episode, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore the science and philosophy of strength training for men, how resistance training acts like a natural pharmacy, improving hormones, energy, and mental health. The team discusses compound lifts, balance and mobility, and how to build a lifelong relationship with movement.

They discuss:

• Why strength training is essential for men’s health
• How to pair lifting with recovery and flexibility
• The “compound movement” advantage
• Strength as longevity: training smart for life

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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In this reflective episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason sit down with Kevin to unpack the insights from the 10-day virtual meditation retreat he co-hosted with his wife, Catherine. From the struggles of sitting still to the breakthroughs in awareness and connection, the trio explores what meditation really means, beyond apps and techniques, and how consistency and self-compassion can reshape your inner world.

They discuss:

• What a 10-day meditation retreat really looks like
• The difference between “doing” meditation and being in meditation
• How ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience align
• The power of consistency, comfort, and curiosity
• Introducing “The Key” — bi-monthly Monday night workshops

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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How you see the world shapes how you experience it. In this reflective episode, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason unpack the power of perception, how your mindset filters reality and predicts outcomes in both health and life. They explore how pain, stress, and obstacles can all become catalysts for growth when you shift your lens.

They discuss:

• How perception drives physical and emotional responses
• The link between mindset and health outcomes
• Why awareness creates freedom and healing
• Simple mindset shifts to reshape your daily experience

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Fasting doesn’t have to stop at food. In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore the idea of intentional fasting, taking breaks from the things that quietly drain our time, attention, and energy.

Building on the momentum of the 24-hour fasting challenge, the conversation expands into modern distractions like social media, screen time, alcohol, and habitual behaviors that pull us away from presence, connection, and purpose. This episode invites listeners to reflect on what they might need less of in order to reconnect with their most authentic selves.

Episode Highlights:

• Why fasting can apply to more than just food
• Identifying distractions and energy drains in daily life
• The impact of screen time and social media on presence and relationships
• How intentional breaks can strengthen family connection
• Reflecting on habits around alcohol, time, and attention
• Using “fasting” as a tool for clarity, alignment, and purpose

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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What actually happens in your body during a 24-hour fast? In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason break down the physiology of fasting, walking listeners through what to expect at each stage, from the fed state to deeper metabolic and mental shifts.

The conversation also introduces Vitality’s 4-week, Monday-to-Tuesday 24-hour fasting challenge, offering practical tips to help participants navigate hunger, energy fluctuations, and mindset shifts. Along the way, the team discusses movement, breathwork, warm liquids, and reflection as tools to support the process, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally.

This episode is an invitation to better understand your relationship with food, build resilience, and use fasting as a tool for awareness and renewal.

Episode Highlights

• What happens physiologically during a 24-hour fast
• Understanding the fed state vs. the fasted state
• Common sensations and energy shifts throughout the day
• Tips to manage hunger, focus, and discomfort
• The role of breathwork, movement, and hydration
• Using fasting as a reset, not a punishment
• Reflecting on habits, cues, and your relationship with food

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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Digestion doesn’t end with absorption; it ends with elimination. In this final episode of our digestive series, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore the large intestine and its vital role in water absorption, stool formation, and overall balance. The conversation dives into the fascial and spinal connections of the colon, how dysfunction can contribute to constipation, diarrhea, and IBS, and why elimination patterns are one of the clearest indicators of digestive health.

The team also introduces the Bristol Stool Scale as a simple, practical tool for understanding what your body is communicating, while highlighting the role of the microbiome, nervous system regulation, and psychosomatic influences on colon function and well-being.

Episode Highlights

• The primary role of the large intestine in water absorption and elimination
• Fascial and spinal connections of the colon
• How bowel patterns relate to IBS, constipation, and diarrhea
• Understanding and using the Bristol Stool Scale
• The microbiome’s role in gut health and immune balance
• Psychosomatic and emotional influences on elimination
• Why digestive health is foundational to overall vitality

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

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After food is broken down in the stomach, the real work begins. In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason dive into the small intestine, the body’s primary hub for nutrient absorption. This conversation explores how proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are absorbed, how the nervous system and biomechanics influence intestinal function, and why the gut–brain connection plays such a powerful role in overall health.

The team also unpacks the importance of the microbiome, the psychosomatic relationship of the small intestine, and how chronic stress, lifestyle patterns, and emotional load can disrupt absorption and vitality.

Episode Highlights

• Why the small intestine is the main site for nutrient absorption
• How proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are processed and assimilated
• The role of biomechanics, posture, and nervous system input
• The gut–brain axis and its impact on mood, energy, and resilience
• The importance of the microbiome in immune and metabolic health
• Psychosomatic and emotional influences on intestinal function
• Practical strategies to support optimal absorption

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

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Digestion doesn’t begin in the gut; it begins with awareness. In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason explore the stomach’s critical role as the first major line of defence in digestion. From proper food breakdown and enzyme activation to the effects of stress, distraction, and emotional load, this conversation highlights why stomach function is foundational to overall health.

The team also dives into the mechanics behind digestion, including diaphragm function, nervous system input, and the psychosomatic relationship between life stress and organ health, while sharing practical strategies to improve digestion and nutrient preparation.

Episode Highlights

• Why digestion starts before food hits the stomach
• The importance of smelling, tasting, and slowing down while eating
• How stomach acid and enzymes prepare food for absorption
• Common digestive issues linked to poor breakdown
• The role of the diaphragm and nervous system (greater splanchnic input)
• How stress and emotional patterns affect stomach function
• Simple strategies to support better digestion and resilience

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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As the New Year rolls around, many of us feel motivated to change, yet most resolutions don’t last. In this episode of The Vitality Check, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason unpack why change is so difficult and what it actually takes to create habits that stick. From neuroscience and behaviour change to self-awareness and alignment, the conversation explores how meaningful change starts by understanding who you truly are, not who you think you should be.

Whether you’re setting goals for your health, career, or personal life, this episode offers practical insights to help you move forward with clarity, intention, and sustainability.

Episode Highlights:

• Why most New Year’s resolutions fail
• The science behind habit formation and behaviour change
• The difference between external expectations and internal alignment
• How self-awareness creates sustainable momentum
• Practical strategies to support real, lasting change

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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In this follow-up to our first episode on pain, Dr. Sean, Kevin, and Jason take a deeper look at what’s really behind persistent pain. This episode explores the root causes, physical, emotional, and environmental, that contribute to how pain shows up in your body. From compensation patterns to stress and mindset, we unpack the complex web that creates chronic pain and share practical tools to help you start the healing process.

They discuss:

• Why pain is often a symptom, not the source of the problem
• The connection between mindset, emotions, and physical pain
• How lifestyle and epigenetics influence chronic pain
• Tools to identify root causes, from breathwork to mobility to mindfulness
• When (and how) to seek guidance from the right professionals

If you’re in the Montreal area and need support, reach out, we’ve got an incredible team ready to help.

www.vitalitytherapy.ca

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