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The Tonic

A Alternative Health , Health & Fitness and Medicine podcast

About the show

Tonic Magazine Publisher Jamie Bussin hosts The Tonic an engaging and evocative show about health and wellness. We’ll discuss the issues that matter to you with the top experts from the GTA and across Canada

Newest episodes

#462 How To Get Your Greens On ...and Much More

Nov 14, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 14 and 15, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to get your greens on (aka the health benefits of chlorophyll) with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna; how to rightsize your home with real estate experts Anuja Pereira and Teresa Pamatat; how to maintain muscle and bone mass when taking GLP-1 Agonist drugs with diabetes specialist Dr. Sarah Goodpastor MD; and the alchemy of sleep with neurologist and sleep medicine specialist Dr. Pedram Navab MD.

#461 What Your Weight Loss Plan May Be Missing ...and Much More!

Nov 7, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 7 and 8, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss what your weight loss plan may be missing with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, the 'self driving you' with author Alan Bodnar, the causes and results of ageism with ageism expert Dr. Jane Barratt PhD, and why moving on after tragedy may be the wrong goal with author Nadine Walker.

#460 Why Women Shouldn't Fear Weight Training ...and Much More!

Oct 31, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 31 and November 1, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why women shouldn't fear weight training with wellness coach Deane Code, the management of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with oncologist Dr. Chris Hillis MD, cooking to support post-cancer diagnosis health with author Ellyn Caruso, and cutting edge wellness treatments with wellness entrepreneur John Kozman.

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#462 How To Get Your Greens On ...and Much More

Nov 14, 2026 1 hr 0 min

#461 What Your Weight Loss Plan May Be Missing ...and Much More!

Nov 7, 2026 1 hr 0 min

#460 Why Women Shouldn't Fear Weight Training ...and Much More!

Oct 31, 2026 1 hr 0 min

#459 Treating The Symptoms of Menopause ...and Much More!

Oct 24, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 24 and 25, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss treating the symptoms of menopause with certified menopause practitioner Dr. Rebecca Chase MD, the basics of meal planning with registered dietician Shauna Lindzon, current research into Type 2 Diabetes and food noise with Dr. Sean Wharton MD, and how to keep your pets safe on Halloween with veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne IVM.

#458 The Health Benefits of Fibre ...and Much More!

Oct 17, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 17 and 18, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of fibre with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna; how to bring sex toys into a relationship with sex educator Serena Haines; the implications of heart rate variability with wellness researcher David Nelson; and the menopause programs and policies that women want with researcher Andrea Donsky.

#457 Gut Health Across Species ...and Much More!

Oct 10, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 10 and 11, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss gut health across species with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the challenges of long-term marriage with author Shantelle Bisson, the early diagnosis and treatment of dementia with psychiatrist Dr. Amer Burhan MD, and overnight blood pressure and your health with researcher Dr. Anita Layton PhD.

#456 Why Your Brain Needs Nourishment, Not Stimulation ...and Much More!

Oct 3, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 3 and 4, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss why your brain needs nourishment not stimulation with naturopath Dr. Ludo Brunel ND, why the intercourse-centric model of sex isn't for everyone with sex educator Carolyn Eagle, how women can overcome debilitating goodness with author Barrie Zucal and why you should have a mental fitness protocol with psychiatrist Dr. Lesley Kirkpatrick.

#455 Better Cannabis For Better Lives ...and Much More!

Sep 26, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 26th and 27th, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how better cannabis leads to better lives with cannabis CEO Luc Mongeau, brain-body hacks with Guinness world record holder for memory Dave Farrow, what happens when you outgrow a friend with mindfulness expert Tracey Soghrati, and coping tools for men with author, Dave Rossi

#454 Foundational Supplement Essentials ...and Much More!

Sep 19, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 19 and 20, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the foundational supplement essentials for your best health with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, whether vagus nerve stimulators are worth the hype with wellness researcher David Nelson, the parenting generational divide with author Shantelle Bisson, and whether procrastination is actually a bad thing with author Alex Snider.

#453 Supplements for Animals and Humans ...and Much More!

Sep 12, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 12 and 13, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss supplements for animals and humans with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the importance of screen free family time with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, why friendship feels harder after 40 with mindfulness expert Tracey Soghrati, and the right exercise to support your brain health with neuroscience researcher, Dr. Henry Mahncke PhD.

#452 The Natural Treatment of Hair Loss ...and Much More!

Sep 5, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 5 and 6, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the natural treatment of hair loss with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to fix your anger issues with author Faust Ruggiero, navigating the war on empathy with mediator and author Doug Noll, and how to attain peace from within with author, educator and speaker Steve Farrell.

#451 Back Pain Caused by Central Sensitization ...and Much More!

Aug 29, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 29 and 30, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the risks and treatment of colorectal cancer with researcher and surgical oncologist Dr. Rebecca Auer MD, back pain caused by central sensitization with neurologist Dr. Eric Anderson, why parents should be their children's primary sex educators with author Dr. Janet Rosenzweig, and how substance abuse complicates bi-polar disorder with author Louise Barnett.

#450 How To Get Protein Into Every Meal ...And Much More!

Aug 22, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 22 and 23, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the treatment of ovarian cancer with the CEO of Ovarian Cancer Canada Tania Vrionis, how to get more protein into every meal with registered dietician Shauna Lindzon, how to raise kinks and desires with your partner with sex and intimacy coach Serena Haines and why self ageism is holding you back with author Shantelle Bisson.

#449 The Causes of Your Hair Loss...and Much More!

Aug 15, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 15 and 16, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the causes of your hair loss with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to get out of estrangement with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, all religions are more alike than not, with psychiatrist and author Dr. Ed Siegel, and why people choose to stay in an abusive relationship with author Nicole Kranz.

#448 The Health Benefits of Collagen Supplementation ...and Much More!

Aug 8, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on Aug 8 and 9, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of collagen supplementation with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, a mindful perspective on time and author Alex Snider, how to have a high vibe relationship with your partner with authors Debra Stangl and Richard Keppel, and the global gut microbiome with researcher David Nelson.

#447 Understanding the GLP-1 Revolution ...and Much More!

Aug 1, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 1 and 2, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to understand the GLP-1 revolution with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, which viral wellness trends are worth trying with wellness industry insider Lynsey Walker, you're not getting older, but you may be getting weaker with husband and wife personal trainers Ilya Al Solkh and Alesia Peres-Arlouskaya, and why some high achievers fall apart with psychologist and author Angelica Perez-Litwin.

#446 The Health Benefits of Complex Formulations ...and Much More!

Jul 25, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 25 and 26, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of complex formulations with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, how to change your relationship with time with mindfulness expert and author Alex Snider, why having an empty nest is like getting a fresh start with author Shantelle Bisson, and the challenges of getting access to medication with patient and doctor Lisa McColeman and Dr. Rick Adachi.

#445 How Laser Therapy Can Treat Chronic Pain ...and Much More!

Jul 18, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 18 and 19, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how laser therapy can treat chronic pain with international medical graduate Slava Kim, the power of developing your emotional intelligence with author Dave Rossi, the treatment of chronic skin conditions in summer with dermatologist Dr. Sam Hanna MD and the hidden burden of mental health caregiving with author Nigel Roberts.

#444 The Keys To Better Blood Pressure ...and Much More!

Jul 11, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 11 and 12, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the keys to better blood pressure with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, how psilocybin can help women over 50 heal with psychotherapist Dr. Heather Lee PhD, why parents shouldn't be friends with their kids with mother/daughter authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, and the anti-inflammatory properties of cannabis with researcher Dr. Tariq Akhtar PhD.

#443 What Your Oral Health Is Really Telling You ...and Much More!

Jul 4, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 4 and 5, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss what your oral health is really telling you with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, why sleep is so important for women's health over 50 with psychologist and author Dr. Julie Merriman PhD, the treatment of sickle cell disease with hematologist Dr. Kevin Kuo, and how to prevent tick borne diseases with health and wellness entrepreneur Kurt Avery.

#442 How Women 50+ Can Best Lose Weight ...and Much More!

Jun 27, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 27 and 28, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the best way for women over 50 to lose weight with personal trainer and author Igor Klibanov, why some women are pursuing motherhood independently with fertility expert Dr. Ashley Guttman MD, the secret to stress management with integrative neurologist Dr. Jorina Elbers MD, and how to protect your pets from extreme heat with veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne IVM

#441 Why You Should Take Vitamin B12 ...And Much More!

Jun 20, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 20 and 21, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why you should take vitamin B12 with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, the hidden cause of erectile dysfunction with biochemist Dr. Judith Swack, the impact of thyroid disease with patient advocate Joanne Koskie and Thyroid Foundation of Canada President Laz Bouros, and how epigenetics can impact your biological age with fitness coach Jason Nelson.

#440 How To Protect The Health Of Your Pet In Summertime ...And Much More!

Jun 13, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 13 and 14, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to protect the health of your pet in summertime with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the discovery of a new fat burning switch in your cells with researchers Dr. Lawrence Kazak PhD and Dr. Alba Guarne PhD, the benefits of cricket farming with farmers Lubo and Kubo Dzamba and how to support fathers' mental health with researcher Dr. Eran Megan PhD.

#439 How To Cope With An Intense Allergy Season...and Much More!

Jun 6, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 6 and 7, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how to cope with an intense allergy season naturally with naturopath Dr. Ludovic Brunel ND, why witnessing is more important than love in a long term relationship with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, the connection between pain and personal growth with ultrarunner and author Rafael Hidalgo and how to restore peace with peace and alignment expert Beatty Carmichael.

#438 How to Support Taking GLP-1 Agonists ...and Much More!

May 30, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 30 and 31, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to support taking GLP-1 agonists with naturopath Dr. Kate Hunter, behavioural treatment of chronic pain with neurologist Dr. Eric Anderson, the economic benefits of increasing Shingles vaccination rates with researcher Maaike De Vries, and why gut biome health in your child's first there years impacts overall health through childhood with gastroenterologist Dr. Savita Srivastava.

#437 How Blood Sugar Levels Impact Cognition ...and Much More!

May 23, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 23 and 24, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why you might want to make a legacy gift with financial planner and Heart and Stroke executive William Hu, how men can learn to live authentically with author Dave Rossi, how blood sugar levels impact your cognition with researcher Dr. John Lewis PhD, and how to "glue" proteins to prevent cancer, with researcher Dr. Chetan Chana PhD.

#436 Why You Should Take Chlorophyll and Magnesium Together...and Much More!

May 16, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 16 and 17, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why you should take chlorophyll and magnesium together with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, how to have a nourishing menopause with researcher and author Andrea Donsky, how AI is impacting communication with author and social engineer Christopher Hadnagy, and the top tips to make a healthier home with homecare executive Colleen McCrory.

#435 How To Build Energy For Your Body and Much More!

May 9, 2026 58 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 9 and 10, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to build energy for your body this spring with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the top new developments in cancer treatments with haematologist Dr. Michelle Geddes, the red flags that you may be in an abusive relationship with trauma expert and psychotherapist Sonnet Daymont, and debunking social media myths about food and groceries with farmer and author Dennis Bulani.

#434 How to Support Focus in a Distracted World...and Much More!

May 2, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 1 and 2, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how to support focus in a distracted world with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to navigate Mother's Day with mother/daughter authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, how foods can trigger or tame migraines with Dr. Charles Platkin PhD and why movement is medicine with orthopoedic surgeon Dr. Erin Boynton MD

#433 How to Overcome Mirror Anxiety...and Much More!

Apr 25, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 25 and 26, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss what it's like to live with IBD with Rachel Meehan, how to overcome mirror anxiety with naturopath Dr. Natalya Borakowski, the benefits of chakra psychology with psychologist and author Julie Merriman and preventative nutrition by eating a plant based diet with researcher Dr. John Lewis.

#432 How to De-Escalate a Situation...and Much More!

Apr 18, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 18 and 19, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the treatment of ovarian cancer with gynecological oncologist, Dr. Shannon Salvador MD, how to evolve with AI with life coach and author Derek Rydall, how to de-escalate a situation with mediator and author Doug Noll and a new approach to the treatment of strep caused diseases with researcher Dr. Todd Holyoak

#431 Hidden Nutrition Gaps...and Much More

Apr 11, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 11 and 12, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss hidden nutrition gaps, which might be caused by treatments to common ailments with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, the importance of screening for colorectal cancer at age 45 with the CEO of Colorectal Cancer Canada Barry Stein, why modern skincare protocols may be broken with pharmacist and nutritionist Ben Fuchs, and the signs you may have PTSD with psychologist Stephanie Johnson.

#430 Supplements For an Active Healthspan...and Much More!

Apr 4, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 4 and 5, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss supplements for an active healthspan with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, perimenopause and heart health with cardiologist Dr. Nisha D'Mello MD, the top tips to beat sleep loss with neurodesign expert Rachel Melvald, and the physiological impact of stress with health executive Howard Martin.

#429 Common Nutrition Mistakes to Avoid...and Much More!

Mar 28, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on March 28 and 29, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis B with Dr. Curtis Cooper MD, "betrayal trauma" with author Lora Cheadle, why you might need a spring health reset with Dr. George Mankaryous MD and common nutrition mistakes to avoid with researcher Dr. John Lewis PhD.

#428 Gratitude Reduces Your Risk of Dying...and Much More!

Mar 21, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on March 21 and 22, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss what ethnodermatology is with dermatologist Dr. Marissa Joseph, the "Pink Pill" a documentary about bringing Addyi to market with the subject of the film health entrepreneur Cindy Eckert, how gratitude reduces your risk of dying with longevity and healthspan researcher Dr. Charles Platkin PhD, and the comorbidities of shingles with Dr. Zain Chagla.

#427 Winter Hydration Supplementation for Skin, Nails and Hair ...and Much More!

Mar 14, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on March 14 and 15, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss winter hydration supplementation for your skin, nails and hair with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, how to sustain love with holistic psychotherapist Esin Pinarli, how to de-escalate conflicts with mediator and author Doug Noll and how to support aging parents with confidence and respect with psychotherapist Lesley Sandler-Griff.

#426 Nervous System Regulation as Preventative Medicine ...and Much More!

Mar 7, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on March 7 and 8, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how nervous system regulation can act as a form of preventative medicine with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to manage loneliness with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, how plant based first aid and skin care products have evolved with wellness entrepreneur Jodi Scott and how EMDR treatment can mitigate PTSD with psychologist Stephanie Johnson.

#425 Can Brain Training Prevent Dementia ...and Much More!

Feb 28, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on February 28 and March 1, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss whether drinking coffee and brain training can prevent dementia with researcher Dr. Henry Mahncke PhD, the health benefits of fasting with naturopath Dr. Kate Hunter ND, Auto-Brewery Syndrome with researcher David Nelson and how to treat "Good Girl" burnout with therapist and author, Dr. Julie Merriman PhD.

#424 The Incidence of Kidney Disease in Immigrants ....and Much More!

Feb 21, 2026 58 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on February 21 and 22, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the incidence of kidney disease in immigrants with nephrologist Dr. Tabo Sikaneta MD, how to grow and preserve food from your garden with authors Staci and Jeremy Hill, the health benefits of cold weather cardio with holistic nutritionist and trainer Suzan Galluzzo, and the thyroid cookbook with chef and author Ginny Mahar.

#423 The Cardiovascular Gender Gap ...and Much More!

Feb 14, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on February 14 and 15, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the cardiovascular gender gap (how women's heart health is different) with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, top tips to perk up your Valentine's Day with sex expert Serena Haines, how to build a quality mental health framework in Canada with public mental health care experts Annie Barrette and Nitika Rewari and why our pets are getting sicker, younger with veterinarian and researcher Dr. Marlene Siegel.

#422 Beat the Winter Blahs....and Much More!

Feb 7, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on February 7 and 8, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to beat the 'Winter Blahs' with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, how peanuts improve vascular function and memory with researcher Dr. Samara Sterling PhD, the personal cost of high achievement with holistic psychotherapist Esin Pinarli and how unresolved childhood trauma drives suicide, incarceraton and addiction with author Michael Menard.

#421 The Importance of Getting an RSV Vaccination ....and Much More!

Jan 31, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on January 31 and February 1, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the importance of getting an RSV vaccination with physician Dr. Christine Palmay MD, when personal growth changes your relationship with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, airline water safety with researcher Dr. Charles Platkin PhD and the neurology behind giving with author Cherian Koshy.

#420 Where Calm Meets Energy...and Much More!

Jan 24, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on January 24 and 25, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how vitamin B complex and L-Theanine provide more energy without the jitters with holistic nutritionist Caroline Farquhar, how fear of the unknown blocks reinvention with author Becca Pearce, plant based first aid solutions with health and wellness entrepreneur Jodi Scott and better coaching results through reflective inquiry with author Dr. Marcia Reynolds PhD.

#419 Boost Your Immunity By Supporting Your GI Tract...and Much More!

Jan 17, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on January 17 and 18, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to boost your immunity by supporting your GI tract with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, how to fix Canada's broken food system with Second Harvest CEO Lori Nikkel, healthy habits for the new year with naturopath Dr. Kate Hunter ND, and new treatments for MASH (Fatty Liver) with researcher Dr. James Kim.

#418 The Midlife Metabolism Reset...and More!

Jan 10, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on January 10 and 11, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how your metabolism changes after forty and what you can do about it with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, the importance of communication to your success with author Molly Tschang, how to enjoy fruits and vegetables throughout the growing season with gardener and author Charlie Nardozzi, and why you should demolish your comfort zone with author Art Turock.

#417 ParticipACTION's Community Challenge...and More!

Jan 3, 2026 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on January 3 and 4, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss ParticipACTION'S Community Challenge with President Brian Torrance, the "Real Girl's Guide to Midlife" with author Angela Burk, chemically converting steroids into disease treatments with researcher Dr. Stephen Seah PhD, and how to keep your pets safe in cold weather with integrative veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne DVM.

#416 How Your Digestion Changes As You Age...and More!

Dec 13, 2025 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on December 13 and 14, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how your digestion changes as you age with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, enzymes that block effectiveness of antibiotics with researcher Dr. Albert Berghuis PhD, the health benefits of cooking with cannabis with chef Adam Vandermey, and why alpha males die early with author Dave Rossi.

#415 How Your Gut Microbiome Shapes Your Aging...and More!

Dec 6, 2025 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on December 6 and 7, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how your gut microbiome shapes your aging with naturopath Dr. Dasha Leneva ND, the causes of and solutions for physician burnout with health CEO Maris Lush, the increase of strokes in younger adults with neurologist Dr. Jeremy Liff MD, and dealing with workplace bullying with media executive Andy Regal.

#414 The Importance of Vaccinations, Gluten Sensitivity, Permaculture and a Cancer Recovery Journey

Nov 29, 2025 58 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 29 and 30, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the importance of vaccinations with Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, why gluten sensitivity isn't what you think it is with health and wellness researcher David Nelson, the benefits of permaculture with landscaper and author Brandy Hall, and a cancer recovery journey with author Cara Lockwood.

#413 The Health Benefits of Zinc, Dealing With a Narcissistic Family Member, The Cookbook Holiday Gift Guide, and The Connection Between Heart Disease and Shingles

Nov 22, 2025 59 min

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 22 and 23, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of zinc with holistic nutritionist Kristen Schiener, dealing with a narcissistic family member with mother and daughter authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, which are the best cookbooks for gifts this holiday season, with cookbook reviewer Naomi Bussin, and the connection between heart disease and shingles with researcher Dr. Mark Loeb.

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Created by: Zoomer Podcast Network
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 14, 2026
Episodes: 463
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 57 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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