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Medcan CEO Shaun Francis
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04/11/22 • 41 min
It’s spring, and if you have a garden that means it’s time for yardwork—raking out dead leaves, planting annuals, fertilizing the lawn. Here, Medcan’s Dr. Lorne Greenspan teams up with the legendary gardening expert Mark Cullen to make the argument that gardening is one of the single best things you can do for your overall wellness, with compelling benefits from an eat, move and think perspective—regardless of your age.
Your Women's Health Questions, Answered
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10/09/23 • 39 min
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is the clinical director of the Menopause and Perimenopause at Medcan. Since the program launched this year, she’s been working with women at Medcan to educate them about their health and help treat their unique symptoms and situations.
Here, she joins Marisa Ciarlitto to chat about the questions that she gets asked most, how she helped some of her clients get through common problems, and how you can get the most benefit out of your next appointment with your doctor.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Is Noise Bad for Your Health?
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08/28/23 • 34 min
Whether you’re working on a deadline or enjoying time with friends, city noise is jarring to the ears and even worse for concentration. A growing body of scientific evidence also suggests that high noise levels can be harmful to your health, increasing risk of hypertension, stroke and heart attacks.
Here, environmental studies researcher Dr. Tor Oiamo joins Medcan CEO Shaun Francis to explore the connection between noise and health. They explain what’s so bad about long-term noise exposure, and how you can know if you’re within safe sound limits.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Cognition Cures: In Life & In the Lab
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01/29/24 • 31 min
Studying the brain has never been an easy feat. Researchers haven’t had steady access to growing human brain tissue—until now. The team at Sunnybrook’s Hurvitz Brain Sciences Research Program is making impressive progress with the help of their lab-grown organoids, which mimic living human neurons and allow scientists to more accurately study the way different conditions affect the brain.
Here, Dr. Peter Nord explores how this advancement could change the way we understand Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and how your lifestyle choices might affect whether or not you actually develop a cognitive disease. He’s joined by renowned neurologist Dr. Sandra Black, who leads the Dr. Sandra Black Centre For Brain Resilience and Recovery, as well as the Director of Sunnybrook’s Biological Sciences Platform. Dr. JoAnne McLaurin.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Debunking Social Media Skincare Myths
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08/14/24 • 18 min
Does sunscreen cause cancer? That’s just one of the many skincare myths circulating this summer on social media. As a dermatologist at Refine by Medcan, Dr. Jennifer Tran gets a lot of questions about what’s trending on the various platforms. So in this episode, Dr. Tran provides her take on what’s based in scientific evidence — and what is completely suspect. Featuring such topics as snail mucin, pimple patches, benzoyl peroxide and benzene, glass skin, red LED lights, whether kids should be buying expensive skincare products and whether a flax seed facemask can function as a more cost-effective alternative to neuromodulators.
For both audio and video of this show visit the official episode page at: https://medcan.com/podcast/social-media-skincare-myths-205/
LINKS
Arrange an appointment with Refine by Medcan at one of its convenient locations today.
Follow double-board certified dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Tran on Instagram @drjenntran.
A positive account from a woman who incorporated snail mucin into her routine. And here’s an article that provides more detail on how snail mucin is extracted.
More about the K-beauty trend, glass skin.
A good article examining how pimple patches work.
The academic article describing the link between benzoyl peroxide and benzene. Another article, by CNN, notes that the study was in part based on a test that stored the skincare treatment at 158 degrees Fahrenheit for 17 hours.
Why 10-year-olds are buying expensive skincare routines, from the National Post.
An academic study examines the efficacy of red LED light therapy.
This article features another derm weighing in on the the “flax seed as neuromodulator” trend.
KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Introduction
01:19 Dr. Tran introduces herself and the topics she will cover, including pimple patches, sunscreen, benzoyl peroxide, "glass skin", expensive skincare for children, red light LED masks, snail mucin, and flaxseed as an alternative to Botox.
03:34 Dr. Tran provides her verdict on pimple patches.
05:15 Dr. Tran addresses the myth that sunscreen causes cancer, stating that there is overwhelming evidence that sunscreen protects against skin cancer, and recommends mineral sunscreens as a safe alternative to chemical sunscreens.
06:32 Dr. Tran discusses the "glass skin" trend, explaining that it requires a combination of skincare products and in-office procedures to achieve the desired luminous, glowing skin.
08:16 Dr. Tran expresses concern about the trend of younger people, including children, being targeted with expensive skincare products, stating that this can be harmful to their self-esteem and body image.
11:06 Dr. Tran discusses red light LED masks, stating that they can provide some benefits, but are very expensive, and that in-office procedures may be more effective.
12:54 Dr. Tran addresses the trend of using snail mucin and flaxseed as skincare ingredients, explaining the potential benefits and drawbacks of each.
14:41 Dr. Tran concludes by advising listeners to be cautious of skincare trends on social media and to consult with a dermatologist before trying new products or remedies.
Cottage Sports: Tips to Reduce Injury for Everything from Pickleball to Paddleboarding
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07/29/24 • 30 min
Cottage season is here. For many of us, that means trading the congested city for a cabin in the woods — and outdoor activities like paddleboarding, pickleball, wakeboarding, kayaking, golf or tennis. And whether you’re an expert or just getting started, preventing injury can be crucial to a successful summer vacation. That’s where functional movement training comes in. Join Medcan Interim Fitness Manager Simon Lim and Fitness Team Lead Stephanie Tzemis as they discuss the most common cottage sports, then walk you through specific functional movements designed to reduce injury, and promote mobility, stability and flexibility.
Find both video and audio versions of the podcast at the episode webpage:
https://medcan.com/podcast/cottage-sports-injury-prevention/
LINKS
Looking for more tips on how to reduce injury and promote strength? Consult with a Medcan fitness trainer today.
The internet is full of sport-specific workouts. Here are some of them:
- Pickleball workout
- Paddleboarding workout
- Tennis workout
- Improve your strength for golf
- Wakeboarding/wakesurfing workout
KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Beginning
00:12 Preparing for a summer full of fun
01:47 What are functional movements and how can they prevent injury?
02:43 The four pillars of healthy joints: flexibility, mobility, stability, and strength
04:37 Cottage sports can be dangerous because we’re not used to doing these movements every day.
06:29 Are people more likely to get injured from cottage activities?
07:55 Functional movements: The basics
09:18 Poor posture can actually increase injury severity
11:50 When is the most optimal time to do some functional movements, and how often should I do them?
13:38 Who could benefit the most from functional movements?
15:53 Pickleball & Tennis: The best functional movements to prevent injury
17:41 Golf: The best functional movements to prevent injury
19:05 Paddleboarding: The best functional movements to prevent injury
21:24 Swimming: The best functional movements to prevent injury
22:02 Kayaking: The best functional movements to prevent injury
22:48 Do I need to do functional movements if I’m just going for a leisurely swim?
24:18 Is there a full-body warmup we can do that targets every muscle group?
25:00 Three most important takeaways from this episode about functional movement.
What to Do If You’re Insulin Resistant
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08/14/23 • 35 min
Research suggests that “one in three Canadians is living with diabetes or prediabetes.” So if your doctor tells you that you’re insulin resistant, what steps can you take?
Here, Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Medcan endocrinologist Dr. Susan George—who was named to the Order of Canada in 2020—to break down how you can eat, move and think your way to improved insulin sensitivity—and maybe even reverse your diagnosis.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
Clearing Up Adult Acne
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09/25/23 • 28 min
Adult acne affects 5.6 million Canadians (and 75% of them are women!). September is Acne Awareness Month, so in episode 187 of Eat Move Think, we’ve teamed up with Refine, Medcan’s dermatology clinic, for the ultimate guide to adult acne.
Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Tran breaks down the who, what, where, when and whys of acne, and how you can know what’s best for your skin.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
How to Get Rid of A Headache
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06/05/23 • 41 min
We’ve all had a headache that stopped our day in its tracks. To mark Migraine Awareness Month, we’re devoting an episode to the causes and cures for all sorts of headaches. That dull, throbbing pain could be caused by stress, poor diet, eye sight issues, or many other underlying conditions.
So how can you know what is causing your headache? What is the best way to get rid of it, and how can you avoid them in the long run? Here, Dr. Peter Nord breaks down everything you need to know about getting rid of headaches, with the help of Medcan physiatrist, Dr. Marcus Jansen, and Medcan optometrist, Dr. Suneet Dhadwar.
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
How to Practise Mindfulness
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06/13/22 • 44 min
Many of us are spending more time on screens. The constant buzz and beeps of phone notifications, increasing work demands—does anyone else feel like the pace of contemporary living is harming attention spans and creating more of a need to engage in mindfulness and meditation practices? Here, Medcan clinical psychologists Dr. Jack Muskat and Dr. Amanda Beaman explore the practice of mindfulness. What is it? How does one do it? And can it help to relieve anxiety and increase our focus?
Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Eat Move Think have?
Eat Move Think currently has 214 episodes available.
What topics does Eat Move Think cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Performance, Wellness, Mentalhealth, Fitness, Podcasts and Health.
What is the most popular episode on Eat Move Think?
The episode title 'Cottage Sports: Tips to Reduce Injury for Everything from Pickleball to Paddleboarding' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Eat Move Think?
The average episode length on Eat Move Think is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Eat Move Think released?
Episodes of Eat Move Think are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Eat Move Think?
The first episode of Eat Move Think was released on Jan 3, 2020.
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