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Ever feel like everything’s hitting you harder than usual? The anger, the overwhelm, the deep emotions that seem to come out of nowhere? In today’s episode, we’re getting real about those big feelings that can take over our days, especially when rage or frustration seems to creep in faster than normal.

We’ll explore why these emotions are showing up and how to find some peace and grounding, with practical tools you can use today to help you feel a little bit “gooder.” I’m sharing what’s been going on for me personally, and what I’ve been doing to keep my cool (mostly). From foods that help calm your system, to a couple of woo-woo but effective visualizations, and a few natural remedies to consider, I’ve got your back if you’re feeling it all right now.

We’re Covering:

• Why you might be feeling more than usual lately (hello, lunar eclipse vibes)
• How intense emotions like rage and overwhelm can stop us from moving forward
• The power of slowing down when you’re feeling quick to react
• Meditation tips (yes, even if you hate it) that actually help
• Foods to help ground you and why what you eat can impact your mood on an energetic level 
• Two gentle homeopathic remedies (Passionflower Composé and Quietude)  that might offer some support
• Today’s “feelgood thing” submitted by a listener that will brighten your day

Have a question or feelgood thing to share with us?? Hit me up on Instagram @itskyleb or drop me an email!

As always, if you found this episode helpful, feel free to share it with someone who could use it. And if you’re enjoying the show, please consider leaving a review—it helps more than you know!

This season, we’re mixing things up with shorter episodes that cut straight to the point on health, nutrition, and mindset—or just a good ol' rant when we need it. 

Today’s topic: is eating before bed really sabotaging your weight loss efforts? You’ve probably heard that late-night snacks are a no-go, but is that really true? 

I'll break down my thoughts on the matter when it comes to late night eating  and its effects on sleep, metabolism, and weight management.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why it’s not just about when you eat, but what and how much
• How late-night meals can mess with your circadian rhythm and sleep quality
• Practical tips on the best snacks to reach for if you’re hungry before bed.
• How poor sleep can lead to overeating and impact weight goals the next day

Have a topic you'd love talked about? Feel free to dm me on instagram (@itskyleb) or  email me at info@kylebuchanan.ca !

Whether you’re on Tik Tok or not, sometimes Tik Tok trends become mainstream - and everyone begins talking about it. 

That was definitely the case with Oatzempic, the oatmeal-based Tik Tok drink reportedly helping dozens if not hundreds of people ‘drop weight fast.’.

But can it actually work? Is it bad for you? Is there a catch? 

In today’s episode, I’m breaking it all down and giving my thoughts on this viral beverage. 

We’re covering:

• What the Oatzempic drink is
• How it helps you lose weight (in theory)
• the Pros for it
• the major drawbacks of it, including potential gastric issues
• how to improve upon the recipe 
• my thoughts and preferred alternate 

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Thank you for being part of this feelgoodery space, and I hope you enjoy today's episode! 

If you’ve ever overthought an email, or got offended when you didn’t hear back from someone - or you constantly get sidetracked by email notifications . . . today’s episode is for you. 

We are talking all things email anxiety in today’s episode, and different ways in which it can show up. 

And then, we’re going over 6 key considerations when it comes to making emails easier to handle. 

We’re covering:

• do you need to take Vitamin D in the summer? 
• procrastination
• how email anxiety can show up, and other crappy things when it comes to emails 
• how emails can destroy our ability to focus 
• taking our posture into consideration 
• email pacing and how breath fits in
• navigating our worth around emails
• email signature tools
• today’s feelgood thing 

Bee's are magical creatures. And we know that honey is good for us  - but what about all of that other stuff we hear about, but might not know how to use, like: 
-Bee Propolis
-Bee Pollen, and
-Royal Jelly? 

What ARE those things, HOW do they benefit our health, and how can we use them?

In today's episode, we are talking with  someone who comes from a Beekeeping legacy. 
We're chatting with  Angela Ysseldyk of Dutchman's Gold, and she's breaking it all down for us. 

We cover a lot in this episode, from bee products, to sustainability and how you and I can support the bees, to the trials and hardhships of navigating change and running a small business. 

Here are some of the things we cover today:

• Why are bees so special?
• What's the difference between pasteurized vs unpasteurized honey? 
• What is bee proplis, royal jelly and bee pollen?
• How can honey or bee pollen help with seasonal allergies? 
• Sustainability when it comes to bees and bee products - and what to look for
• How you and I can help the bees on a daily basis 
• Angela's Bee Friendly Promise
• What Angela does on tough days running a small business
• Angela's feelgood thing 

About Angela:
Angela Ysseldyk isn't your average Holistic Nutritionist. She's like the queen bee of wellness, rooted in a family legacy of beekeeping. As the daughter of the beekeeper founders and entrepreneurs, Angela now leads the charge at Dutchman’s Gold alongside her husband Mark and their dedicated team as second-generation owners. They're all about keeping those bees buzzing happily.

With 25 years of experience in holistic nutrition, Angela has worked with top wellness companies like Jamieson Wellness, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan. Now, she's taking her expertise to new heights, hoping to elevate this family legacy. Angela's mission? To spread the word about sustainable honey and beehive wellness products, empowering folks to live their best lives by tapping into the goodness straight from the hive, all while caring for our planet.

 

Website: https://dutchmansgold.com/

More information on bee friendly promise: https://dutchmansgold.com/pages/bee-friendly-promise

More information about the let’s plant campaign: https://dutchmansgold.com/pages/lets-plant

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dutchman-s-gold/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true

IG: @dutchmansgold

Angela on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/public-profile/settings?trk=d_flagship3_profile_self_view_public_profile

Pollinator Partnership Canada:  https://www.pollinatorpartnership.ca/

 
QUESTION FOR YOU! 
Were you ever given Hot Toddy's to feel better when you were sick? Do you think they work? Please write in and let me know your experience!

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THANKYOU!

If this headline made you do a double take, you're not alone. 

We know that the nutrition world can be incredibly confusing, and frankly, incredibly annoying.

Part of the reason I do this podcast is to vent about my frustrations about the industry, because sometimes it really is exhausting to see all of the contradictory information out there.  And it can leave us feeling like there’s not even a point in trying, which doesn’t serve us. 

Recently, a headline came out stating that intermittent fasting might be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular death  . . . which is a very dramatic statement. So in today’s episode, I want us to eat a major grain of salt and really break this all down, so you feel equipped to come to your own conclusions. 

We're covering:

• what I did immediately when this article was sent to me
• what was the study that made this claim?  was it a published study? 
• why are observational studies tricky? 
• let's play devil's advocate . . . what could be a reason for this finding? why could intermittent fasting increase the risk of cardiovascular death? 
• why it could be more important that ever to focus on this one macronutrient 
• the takeaway
• today's feelgood thing 

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It is our ONE YEAR today! feelgoodery is a year old, and I couldn't have done it without you.

We’ve covered a lot in a year - we’ve talked better ways to poop, natural ways to reduce anxiety, how to reduce seasonal allergies naturally, how to sleep better - and we've spoken with wonderful wonderful guest who’ve offered fantastic insights about worry,  caffeine, homeopathy and more. It's been a great ride so far, and we're just getting started.

In today’s episode though, it’s just you and me. And in honour of our one year, I’m breaking down my feelgood blueprint and the philosophy for how I work. 


And then, I want to ask you 3 very specific questions. 

If you deal with overwhelm from all of the information out there, or deal with feelings of self-doubt, or anxiety, or bloat, or cravings orrrr  you just want a solid place to start when it comes to feeling better, today’s episode is worth a listen.

We’re covering:

• Why I put l-theanine in my coffee
• 3 Pillars or Roots I use in Practice
• 3 Essential Questions to Ask yourself
• Why we have to work harder to eat well 
• YOUR feelgood things that you wrote in about!

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(and I very much promise you will NOT be inundated with a bunch of emails, I can't stand when that happens...)

Thank you for being part of this feelgoodery space, and I hope you enjoy today's episode! 

We're opening up the inbox today and answering some of your questions! 

From  coffee naps to coffee intoxication, to a compound in your cinnamon that's toxic - all the way to the things you want to avoid with trail mix and a substance that stops body odour?   . . . we've got a lot to cover today. 

So buckle in for 24 short minutes and let's get to it!

Today' we're covering:

• deja vu
• What are coffee naps? 
• What is caffeine intoxication? How much coffee is too much?  
• What is "buffered" vitamin C? And is it the choice is you can't do normal Vitamin C?
• Is trail mix actually healthy? 
• What's the hype around liquid chlorophyll? Is this just a tik tok trend?

As always if you have a question or comment, feel free to DM me on instagram at @itskyleb or email me at info@kylebuchanan.ca 

Don't let allergies ruin your spring. 

In today's episode, I'm breaking down  7 of my top tips when it comes to reducing seasonal allergy symptoms naturally. Both to reduce the chance of GETTING symptoms at all, as well as reducing symptoms if they've already crept in. 
 
We're covering: 

• a nasty email
• why allergies happen
• who's more at risk
• difference between allergies and the common cold 
• hydration factors
• top herb pick
• homeopathic recommendation
• algae for allergies?
• today's feelgood thing 

You know those days where you get sidetracked and swept away with anxiety, or self doubt or your brain starts going wild with the comparison game?

It's those days where you just can't seem to get perspective, where you can't quite see it . . .  and you just want someone ELSE to tell you that it's all going to work out.

Today’s episode is for those days. For when I - and you (if you’re in the mood) - could use a few reminders to get our brains back on track. 

It’s a different sort of episode, but it’s one from the heart.

We’re talking:

• people pleasing
• resentment
• comparison
• the biggest trick of growing up