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| Random Show: Inferior Plant Protein, Heart Problems, and the Danger of Scientism. | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:50:06 | |
Tommy and Andrew cover a variety of relevant health and fitness topics in the latest random show. Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.53- Sleep Revisited | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:46:44 | |
Andrew and Tommy return after a summer hiatus to catch up on their very important lives and remind listeners of how sleep quality effects both our waistlines, disease resilience, and other important health factors. Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.46- The Top 2024 health trends | 24 Jan 2024 | 01:16:56 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the top health trends for 2024 and why you should ignore (or rethink) most of them. Follow this link to apply to the winter intake of our 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh/ Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.45- Tommy and Andrew's Holiday Eating (and Drinking) Guide | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:51:20 | |
Can you come out the other end of the Holiday Season without the guilt, shame, and weight gain that is standard this time of year? We think so. Learn Tommy and Andrew's best strategies and tactics for having a blast this year without the physical and emotional consequences. Follow this link to apply to the winter intake of our 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh/ Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.44- Healthy Aging in Women | 03 Dec 2023 | 01:03:32 | |
Women face many particular challenges as they age, from Menopause, to Osteoporosis, to significant increases in certain diseases. Tommy and Andrew discuss both the natural and medical interventions women can apply to reduce the "burden" of aging. Follow this link to apply to the winter intake of our 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh/ Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.43: New insights into lifestyle and drug interventions for obesity, weight loss, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes | 08 Nov 2023 | 01:05:31 | |
In this episode, Andrew recaps the cutting-edge interventions from his most recent lifestyle medicine conference in Boston, Mass. Follow this link to apply to the winter intake of our 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh/ Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.42- The Dangers of Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 Agonists (Semaglutide) | 13 Oct 2023 | 01:03:41 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh/ In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the rise in popularity of weight loss drugs (like Ozempic) including potential benefits, significant harms, and unknown long-term side effect profiles of the boomin drug class. | |||
| Ep.41- All About Supplements | 14 Sep 2023 | 01:14:42 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh In today's episode, Tommy and Andrew cover all things supplements including:
They also include an audience Q and A before wrapping up. If you'd like to learn what supplements are effective, which are not, and how to better understand your individual needs, listen in. | |||
| Ep.40- Fall Random Show: New Hormone Replacement Studies, the Dangers of Ozempic, and the Failings of Vegan Diets. | 07 Sep 2023 | 01:07:46 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh In todays episode, Tommy and Andrew cover some updated research on Hormone Replacement, Ozempic, and Vegan/Vegetarian Diets. | |||
| Ep.39: The Dangers of High Blood Pressure (how to assess and treat) | 26 Jun 2023 | 00:48:51 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh In this VIDEO episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss all things blood pressure. How to test and treat with both natural and medical interventions. Are you in the London area and in need of health and fitness support? Check out the latest promotion from Hybrid Fitness to get the support you need to get in great shape! https://hybridfitness.ca/14for14/ Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.38- How to track, manage, and improve blood sugar and insulin sensitivity | 16 Jun 2023 | 00:46:04 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh Tommy and Andrew discuss how you can use a continuous glucose monitor to see exactly what happens in your metabolic system when you eat different foods. Are you in the London area and in need of health and fitness support? Check out the latest promotion from Hybrid Fitness to get the support you need to get in great shape! https://hybridfitness.ca/14for14/ Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.37- What is "Lifestyle Medicine", and how are we doing It wrong? | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:45:53 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss what is known as 'Lifestyle Medicine' and where Physicians, the Government, and the entire system is failing patients as well as how people are failing themselves. Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.52: Big Food, Government Health Interventions, and other Random Topics | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:49:07 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss a variety of topics including: Marketing unhealthy foods to kids, how to make a genuine impact in government guidelines, and how poor sleep affects our ability to burn fat. Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.36: The Myth of Motivation | 18 May 2023 | 00:46:01 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh Tommy and Andrew explore strategies that push a person into action, and keep a person focused and progressing toward a difficult goal. Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| The Science and Art of Longevity: What it takes to increase Health Span (Dr.Peter Attia) | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:50:39 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the key concepts inside Peter Attia's new book, The Science and Art of Longevity. Would you like to work with us in our CMBH Immersion Program? We offer 12 weeks of medically integrated health and fitness coaching based on bloodwork, analytics, and best practices of both medicine and performance. Follow this link to get on the waitlist for the summer/fall cohort. https://forms.gle/43H8DNJwTDgRANXL6 Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.34- All About Testosterone | 13 Apr 2023 | 00:56:27 | |
Testosterone (and Hormone Replacement Therapy more generally), can be a controversial topics in Men's Health. Tommy and Andrew sit down to discuss what testosterone does, how to know if you are deficient, and what steps you should take to address any negative effects you may experience as a result of aging related hormone depletion. As noted in this week's episode, the first intake of our 12 WEEK Immersion Coaching Program is in full swing. If you'd like to get on the information waitlist for the spring intake, just email tommy@hybridfitness.ca Purchase The 100-Page MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.33- Does Carb Restriction Work (for weight loss) | 06 Mar 2023 | 00:43:16 | |
Follow this link to apply for the fall/winter intake of the 12-week immersion program https://andrewappletonmd.ca/cmbh In this episode, Tommy and Andrew cover the contentious topic of carb restriction for weight loss and body composition changes. Are the results of various studies due to the unique benefits of carbohydrate restriction, behavioural adaptations, or just a roundabout way to cut calories? Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.32- Dr.Ashley White: Responsive Eating, The Roots of Obesity, and Altering Our Views on 'Health' | 22 Feb 2023 | 01:19:00 | |
ANNOUNCEMENT: Tommy and Andrew are launching a medically supervised diet, exercise, and lifestyle program that can be accessed by anyone in Ontario. Our first 12-week intake begins this spring, and we're offering the service to podcast listeners first. To get on the information list, follow this link https://forms.gle/RKQJoynKCk5yTeKU6 Tommy and Andrew sit down with clinician and emergency Physician, Dr.Ashley White. Dr.White specializes in responsive eating, and approach to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle that shatters normative views on obesity and health. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.31- Type 2 Diabetes with Dr.Sonja Reichert | 06 Feb 2023 | 01:09:40 | |
In this "Andrew Only" episode, we discuss Dr. Reichert’s approach to diabetes management and thoughts on exercise and nutrition as medicine. We also discuss the LIBERATE study, as randomized controlled trial that Dr. Reichert is leading and is currently enrolling people with Type 2 diabetes in London, Ontario. The study uses continuous glucose monitoring, fitness tracking and health coaching to better control diabetes. Dr. Reichert’s Bio: Dr. Sonja Reichert is a primary care physician, Associate Professor and clinical researcher in the Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, London, Ontario, Canada. She primarily works at the St. Joseph’s Primary Care Diabetes Support Program, where she has a focused practice in diabetes, as well as at the St. Joseph’s Family Medical Clinic in general family medicine. Dr. Reichert is the current Dr. Brian W. Gilbert Research Chair (Western University) in Primary Care Research, with a focus on diabetes, multi-morbidity, and the integration of exercise as medicine into patients’ lives, all observed through the primary care lens. Dr. Reichert has published several peer-reviewed articles and is a current contributor to the Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines. She is an award-winning teacher (Best Adjunct Non-Core Family Medicine Teacher Award from Western University) and director of Western’s PGY3 Enhanced Skills Chronic Disease Management Program. Her passion for teaching extends to a variety of students including Post Graduate (Family Physician Residents), and Graduate (Masters and Doctoral) candidates. Dr. Reichert holds a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo, an MSc in Exercise Physiology from the University of Toronto and an MD from McMaster University. To participate in Dr. Reichert’s LIBERATE study:
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| Ep.30: Privatized Healthcare, Intermittent Fasting, and Caloric Deficits for Weight Loss | 02 Feb 2023 | 00:59:06 | |
RANDOM SHOW! Today we sit down, shoot the stool, and discuss a variety of topics- but focus in on 4 different weight loss trials. If you need help controlling your diet and getting into the best shape of your life, consider purchasing one of Tommy's Books MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: Learn what to eat, when, and why to suit your individual needs https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Heavy Brain (Behaviour Change) on Audible: Get past the mental barriers that prevent healthy habits https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ You can also visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.29- Assessing the Pandemic Response with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng | 19 Jan 2023 | 01:11:18 | |
Tommy and Dr.Appleton sit down with Dr.Kwadwo Kyeremanteng to discuss the Governmental and Public Health response to the pandemic. They cover such topics as lockdowns, school closures, mandates, charter restrictions, blanket vaccination recommendations, and how quick citizens were to turn on one another. MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: Learn what to eat, when, and why to suit your individual needs https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Heavy Brain (Behaviour Change) on Audible: Get past the mental barriers that prevent healthy habits https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ You can also visit Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Dr.Kwadwo Kyeremanteng is the department head of critical care at The Ottawa Hospital.He dedicates his time to care for the sickest of the sick patients in the intensive care unit(ICU).As a researcher, he is interested in using ICU resources more efficiently and improving access to palliative care in the ICU. To help do this, he founded theResourceOptimizationNetwork, a multidisciplinary research group working to reduce health spending in this area without compromising care.In September 2019 Dr. Kyeremanteng launched his ever-growing podcast “Solving Healthcare with Kwadwo Kyeremanteng”these podcasts feature interviews and discussions on the topic of improving healthcare delivery in Canada. Underpinned by the values of cost-effectiveness, dignity, and justice, these podcasts will challenge the status quo, leaving no stone unturned as we explore gaps, assumptions, and different perspectives in the pursuit of finding solutions to problems in Canada’s healthcare system.During the COVID 19 Pandemic Dr.Kyeremanteng created ‘Solving Wellness’ a virtual health & wellness platform for health care professionals.‘Solving Wellness’ has been helping address health care burnout and providing health, fitness and self care for its members. | |||
| Ep.28- Cardiovascular Disease, Saturated Fat, and all things Lipids w/Dr.Rob Hegele | 04 Jan 2023 | 01:23:12 | |
Rob Hegele is Distinguished University Professor of Medicine and Biochemistry, Western University, and Director of London Regional Genomics Centre at Robarts Research Institute. He holds the Jacob J. Wolfe Distinguished Medical Research Chair in Human Gene Function, and the Martha G. Blackburn Chair in Cardiovascular Research. He cares for > 2400 patients in his lipid clinic at University Hospital. He was among the first in North America to use 5 experimental medications, of which 4 are now available for prescription (rosuvastatin, sitagliptin, lomitapide and evolocumab) to treat high cholesterol or diabetes. In addition, his patients have been among the first in Canada to use mipomersen, anacetrapib, bococizumab, evinacumab, volanesorsen, and inclisiran. His laboratory, alone or in collaboration, discovered the molecular genetic basis of 25 human diseases. He has published > 815 papers, which have been cited > 60,000 times in the medical literature. He is listed in the ISI database of the top 1% of highly cited scientists in the world. In 2021, the website “Expertscape.com” ranked him #1 globally in the area of “hypertriglyceridemia” and #2 for “disorders of lipid metabolism.” He has co-authored many clinical practice guidelines for cholesterol, blood pressure and diabetes, and has contributed to international guidelines on familial hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia. He has trained numerous physicians, medical students and graduate students. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.27- Holiday eating, resolutions, and kicking A$$ in 2023 | 19 Dec 2022 | 01:02:46 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss strategies for having a successful 2023. Do resolutions work? What actions can you take in the New Year that will give you the highest return? Check out this episode if you're looking to make 2023 your healthiest year yet. You can also maximize your 2023 resolution with one of our resources below! Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| AMA #4: All Things Diet, Exercise, and Medicine | 30 May 2024 | 01:13:16 | |
Check out Tommy and Andrew's Latest "Ask Me Anything" episode. Questions asked and answered:
Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.26- Alzheimers, Research Bias, and The Meaning of Life | 08 Dec 2022 | 01:12:28 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew mostly talk about Alzheimers Disease, from cause to potential prevention. Sprinkled into the conversation are thoughts on scientific research being corrupted, if it's better to be alive now than 100 years ago, and why the current state of Hospitals falls on the shoulders of the public. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.25- The 'Triple Threat' in Ontario Hospitals | 16 Nov 2022 | 01:26:25 | |
Dr.Appleton gives his first hand address of the viral uptick in Ontario Hospitals, including thoughts on mask mandates, medication shortages, and the history of stressed Provincial and Federal Healthcare systems. Is the spike in RSV linked to lack of viral exposure due to lockdowns etc? If we didn’t have a supply issue with fever medication, would there be the current problem in Hospital? How much of the hospital increase is due to hypochondria? Why is there a medication shortage? What is a truly dangerous temperature for a 0-5 year old to reach? What can parents do at home to prevent going to the hospital? Are fevers not a mechanism for combatting infection? Is there a downside to liberal fever medication, acutely or chronically? How bad is the nursing shortage? Have you seen a fundamental change in the way physicians under 50 practice medicine? How and why? Why haven’t hospitals hired back staff who were fired per vaccination policies? Do you agree with the ongoing encouragement/pressure to vaccinate children against CV19? Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.24- Journal Club: Intensive Lifestyle Weight Loss Management | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:49:54 | |
Andrew and Tommy discuss a recent study pointing to the incredible results of a workplace driven Intensive Lifestyle Management program for weight loss, fat loss, insulin resistance, and general health parameters. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.23- Insulin Resistance Part 2 | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:57:10 | |
Andrew and I decided to revisit our most popular episode so far: Insulin resistance! Why is IR so widely popular, you ask? Probably because it underpins almost every chronic disease, from obesity to heart disease. Learn more about how to assess and combat Insulin Resistance in this episode. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.22- The Random Show (Alcohol, Carbs, Vitamin D, COVID) | 12 Oct 2022 | 01:02:05 | |
Today's episode is a Dr.Appleton led 'random show'. We cover a range of topics from alcohol consumption to, the benefits of bread, to Vitamin D and COVID outcomes. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.21- Aroga's Alternative Approach to Lifestyle Medicine- with Dr. Jesse Pewarchuk and Dr. Jasdeep Saluja | 16 Sep 2022 | 01:15:59 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew speak to Dr. Jesse Pewarchuk and Dr. Jasdeep Saluja of Aroga Lifestyle Medicine (uhh-row-gah). Aroga is a multi-specialty, collaborative lifestyle medicine healthcare organization created to inspire and empower patients to prevent, treat, and reverse many illnesses, and to ultimately increase their health, vitality, and joy. It's about looking at someone as a totality, listening deeply, and then ultimately helping them get back on track. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Episode 20- The Western Booster Mandate Controversy | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:54:41 | |
Tommy and Dr.Appleton sit down to get his professional take on the controversial booster mandate Western University is enforcing on their students. After that they discuss a few metabolic health related items. Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| AMA (ask me anything) #1 | 15 Aug 2022 | 00:57:59 | |
Below are the questions asked and answered on our very first AMA!
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| Journal Club #2- The Mediterranean Diet for Weight Loss | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:37:56 | |
Tommy and Dr.Appleton review a recent Journal article that points to the unique weight loss benefits of a Mediterranean style diet. Or does it!?!?!?! Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.19- All Things Nutrition with Jennifer Broxterman | 26 Jun 2022 | 01:03:58 | |
In this episode, we sit down with the Founder of NutritionRx, Jen Broxterman. We discuss all things nutrition but shine a spotlight on the importance of driving behaviour change so healthy habits stick. Heavy Brain: Behaviour Change for a Better Body https://amzn.to/3mucn89 The MetFlex-Rx Diet: https://amzn.to/3NBb438 Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/
o email: info@nutritionrx.ca o visit: www.nutritionrx.ca
o email: info@prospernc.com o visit: www.prospernc.com
o Facebook: @NutritionRxCanada o Instagram: @nutrition_rx o LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-broxterman/
o Facebook: @ProsperNutritionCoaching o Instagram: @prosper_nc | |||
| Ep.51- Lab Grown Meat, Ozempic, and Big Pharma Problems | 09 May 2024 | 00:50:04 | |
Andrew an Tommy discuss updated research on GLP-1 Inhibitors (Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, Mounjaro) while touching on the politics of food and the business of Big Pharma. Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| EP.18- Fatty Liver with Dr.Mayur Brahmania | 20 Jun 2022 | 01:01:40 | |
Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is on the rise. We sit down with Dr.Mayur Brahmania to discuss the causes and potential cures for this rapidly growing, but mostly unknown lifestyle driven disease. To purchase one of Tommy's Bestselling Books, follow the links below Heavy Brain: Behaviour Change for a Better Body https://amzn.to/3mucn89 The MetFlex-Rx Diet: https://amzn.to/3NBb438 Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Dr.Brahmania is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Western University practicing in Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology. He completed his undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Saskatchewan and eventually moved to Toronto for training in general and transplant Hepatology at the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease. He also earned a Masters of Public Health (MPH) degree at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health in Boston, MA. Mayur has been involved with the Choosing Wisely Canada (CWC) Locally, he is the program lead at Western for the Royal College’s STARS (Students Advocating for Resource Stewardship) campaign to develop quality improvement learning and principles for Medical Schools in Canada. Dr. Brahmania is the current chair of the Gastroenterology Quality Improvement and Innovation Committee at Western University and currently focuses his research interests around quality improvement initiatives to advance and standardize quality of care in patients living with liver disease; He is currently Co-Director of the LHSC Healthcare Excellence Incubator, an innovative course where healthcare and IVEY business students learn together about quality improvement principles and implementation within a business framework. | |||
| Ep.17- Don't Eat This Stuff | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:49:25 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Dr.Appleton discuss their top 10 list of foods, drinks, or products somewhat resembling food that you shouldn't ingest. To purchase one of Tommy's Bestselling Books, follow the links below Heavy Brain: Behaviour Change for a Better Body https://amzn.to/3mucn89 The MetFlex-Rx Diet: https://amzn.to/3NBb438 | |||
| Ep.16- The Down Side of Drugs | 19 May 2022 | 00:49:25 | |
Drugs can sound like a lot of fun and games, but nothing in medicine comes without a potential cost. Dr.Appleton reviews metabolic side effects of both over-the-counter and prescription drugs that can lead to weight gain, muscle deterioration, and other negative outcomes. Heavy Brain: Behaviour Change for a Better Body https://amzn.to/3mucn89 The MetFlex-Rx Diet: https://amzn.to/3NBb438 | |||
| Journal Club #1- How to Understand Research | 05 May 2022 | 00:53:40 | |
In this episode, Tommy and Dr.Appleton review a recent study on time restricted eating and weight loss while using the study to help listeners understand the difference between 'good' and 'bad' research. The aim is to teach listeners how to navigate sensational media headlines that make bogus claims or determine when there is too much bias or corruption behind the paper's authors. Heavy Brain: Behaviour Change for a Better Body https://amzn.to/3mucn89 The MetFlex-Rx Diet: https://amzn.to/3NBb438 | |||
| Ep.14- What's the best Exercise for... | 31 Mar 2022 | 01:07:40 | |
Dr.Appleton takes over the interviewing duties and asks Tommy about all things exercise, including: How do you pick a gym? What's the difference between Zone 2, HIIT, and Resistance Training? Thoughts on CrossFit. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.13- Is a Calorie just a Calorie? | 24 Mar 2022 | 00:51:40 | |
Tommy and Andrew discuss the benefits and problems related to caloric restriction as a means of attaining weight loss. We discuss fasting, food selection, and if a calorie is just a calorie. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.12- The Politics of Healthcare, from COVID's financial incentives to the 'sick care' system | 19 Mar 2022 | 01:05:48 | |
In this episode, Andrew and I discuss the politics of healthcare. We cover topics like the bureaucracy of Ontario Hospitals, financial incentives for COVID-19, the potential loss of Physician/Patient Autonomy, and the notion that Physicians profit from keeping people sick. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.11- Overcoming Insulin Resistance | 03 Mar 2022 | 01:01:04 | |
If you're overweight, you're likely also Insulin Resistant. The good news is that IR is reversible under most circumstances with very simple interventions. In this episode, we cover - What is Insulin Resistance - How does it affect our health -How can it be measured -How can it be managed - How to self-assess If you'd like to work with Dr.Appleton and Tommy, including full bloodwork panel, empowered health report, and customized diet and exercise plan, please follow this link https://forms.gle/Ar5HG8ZQEKd7aTkV9 Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.10- Why Protein is Essential (and isn't going to kill you) | 10 Feb 2022 | 00:50:51 | |
Andrew and Tommy round out the macro-nutrient trifecta by covering all things protein. - Can too much damage our organ systems - Is protein a driver of cancer - What are the best sources of protein - Animal vs Plant Protein - How much, when, and why Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.9- The Confusing World of Fat | 02 Feb 2022 | 01:05:58 | |
Tommy and Andrew discuss facts and fictions attached to the consumption of fat including: - What fat does for your body - The relationship between fat you consume and fat that ends up on your body - The relationship between carbs and fat gain - Good vs Bad Fat - Cholesterol - Meaningful metrics to test Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Tommy's Website: https://tommycaldwell.net/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.50- What to expect for the next 50 episodes | 01 May 2024 | 00:49:54 | |
It what may be a world record for the longest amount of time spent getting to 50 episodes, we've done it. In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the direction of the podcast content moving forward, share a bit about their current lifestyle approaches, and give insight into how to prioritize your health. Follow this link to apply to our 12-week weight-loss program (Serious inquiries only) Get the MetFlex-Rx Fat Loss Guide: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Listen to Tommy's Behaviour Change Book on Audible and improve your healthy habits: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Visit Andrew's Website https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ | |||
| Ep.8- What is going on in Ontario Hospitals? | 21 Jan 2022 | 00:53:36 | |
Dr.Andrew Appleton is currently leading the COVID-19 team at the University Hospital in London, Ontario. As such, he has ground level insight into just how bad the current Omicron surge is while giving his opinion on measures such as Lockdowns, Vaccine Mandates, and the treatment of unvaccinated citizens. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Tommy's Website: https://tommycaldwell.net/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.7- The Confusing World of Carbohydrates | 07 Jan 2022 | 01:06:25 | |
Do carbohydrates make you fat or prevent you from reaching your weight loss goals? Are there good carbs and bad carbs? How can you navigate this confusing nutrient while trying to take control of your health through diet? Here is everything you need to know about carbohydrates from both medical and nutritional perspectives. Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Tommy's Website: https://tommycaldwell.net/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.6- Detox: Scam, or Waistline Savior? | 30 Dec 2021 | 00:51:49 | |
You'll hear all the popular wellness industry catch-phrases this time of year: Detox, Reset, Cleanse. Can you ingest something that not only improves your body's detoxification process but also helps you lose weight and drop fat in the process? These are the topics covered by Tommy and Dr.Appleton in this episode. If you'd like to work with Dr.Appleton and Tommy, including full bloodwork panel, empowered health report, and customized diet and exercise plan, please follow this link https://forms.gle/Ar5HG8ZQEKd7aTkV9 Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Tommy's Website: https://tommycaldwell.net/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ | |||
| Ep.5- Holiday Eating | 24 Dec 2021 | 00:31:53 | |
Can you indulge, enjoy, and get festive with food and drink without taking five steps back? We think so. Hear Tommy and Dr.Appleton's tips to have the best of both worlds during the holiday season, and learn whey Andrew isn't invited to Tommy's house this Christmas Season. Dr.Appleton's Website: https://andrewappletonmd.ca/ Tommy's Website: https://tommycaldwell.net/ Purchase Tommy's Behaviour Change Book: https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ Purchase Tommy's MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm | |||