The Health Happens Podcast

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Weight Loss: AKA - Why We Aren't Talking About Weight Loss - Episode #201 Jan 03, 2017

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Today Chris and Mike talk about why they aren't talking about weight loss, Mike proves he knows more about Charlatans than Chris, probably from experience, and Chris tells us a little about what makes his heart cry. Also, they discuss some of the healthy ways to achieve and sustain a better balance of health that includes a healthy weight

Fast Talk: AKA - 2016 Wrap Up - Episode #135 Dec 21, 2016

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Chris and Mike wrap up 2016 with a little bit of fun. A series of rapid-fire questions; some about health and some not... Have a great holiday season. See you all in 2017!

Osteoporosis: AKA - Them Bones, Them Bones, Them Dry Bones - Episode #134 Dec 13, 2016

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This week, Chris and Mike talk about osteoporosis from a natural medicine perspective. They explore supplemental treatment options, the importance of physical activity and fracture prevention. Plus, who sounds faster and other nonsense

Phytoestrogens: AKA - Soy and other Feminine Plants - Episode #133 Dec 06, 2016

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Chris and Mike get to the bottom of phytoestrogens including Soy, Black Cohosh, Red Clover and a few others. They get into the science of how phytoestrogens affect the body and what they may be useful for.

Fluoride in the Water: AKA - How to Prevent Cavities and Other Conspiracies - Episode #132 Nov 29, 2016

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This week Chris and Mike ask the question 'should Fluoride be in the water?' We have heard some concerns that fluorinated water can lead to various health problems from neurological issues to cancer. Some suggest fluoride in the water doesn't even help prevent cavities. We will try to get to the bottom of the issue and offer our opinions on whether or not fluoride should be in the water, and explore deeper issues about the ethics around our freedom to choose how we are medicated.

Psychoactive Herbs: AKA - Fear and Loathing in Toronto - Episode #131 Nov 22, 2016

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Take a trip with Mike and Chris as they discuss the potential therapeutic use of psychoactive herbs in medicine. Herbs covered include Ayahuasca, Peyote, Psilocybin and Amanita. Mike tries to convince Chris to get him a bag of magic mushrooms as they reminisce about ALF.

Assessing Supplements: AKA- We've Got a Pill for That - Episode #130 Nov 15, 2016

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This week Mike and Chris sort once and for all how to understand supplements, Mike gives us a tidy lesson in research literature, Chris carries his opinions around in a sack with a dollar sign on it, and maybe NDs don't love supplements as much as some people think.

Gluten: AKA - The Little Protein We Love to Hate - Episode #129 Nov 08, 2016

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Mike and Chris try to make some sense of the fears surrounding gluten. Why does gluten get such a bad rap? Is the gluten-free diet just a fad, or are there good reasons to avoid it? Celiac vs. Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity. The only thing we know for sure is that the devil eats gluten. That's why they call it Seitan.

The Flu: AKA - What Chris Does With Chickens and Pigs - Episode #128 Nov 01, 2016

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With the Flu season here, Chris and Mike tell you everything you need to know about Influenza. Why do we get it and what can you do about it? What about the flu shot? How does the flu virus stay one step ahead of us? When is the next flu pandemic coming to get you? Plus, an appreciation for the awesomeness of viruses. Chris goes above and beyond to research flu symptoms.

Fringe Medical Therapies: AKA - Your Love Is Like Bad Medicine - Episode #127 Oct 25, 2016

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This week, Mike and Chris chat about and explore the validity of some less mainstream therapies: Iridology, Polarity Therapy, Reiki and Ear Candling. Plus, Mike laments the demise of the Toronto Blue Jays, and Chris takes us into a feel-good wonderland of post-fact medicine.

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