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Fasting and Ketosis: AKA - The Fast and the Furious - Episode #126 Oct 18, 2016

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Mike and Chris look into the effects that fasting has on the body and any health benefits associated with the practice. What is ketosis and the Ketogenic diet? Are ketones really a backup fuel for the body? All this and much more on this week's podcast!

An Interview with MindShift Ninja: AKA - Changing your brain the old-fashioned way - Episode #125 Oct 11, 2016

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Welcoming guests Ayla and Yashar Khosroshahi of the Mind-based, Performance-based coaching team MindShift NINJA, Mike and Chris are uncharacteristically pleasant while discussing the practical, realistic, and sustainable ways to work with behavioural and mind-set patterns that optimize performance and everyday life.
Follow MINDSHIFT NINJA on Twitter: @mindshiftninja
Ayla Khosroshahi, is a Strategist and a Certified Brain-Based Executive Coach and the co-founder of MINDSHIFT NINJA. Ayla helps people translate their vision into sustainable reality, by incorporating an international mindset with a practical approach. Ayla has a Masters of Art in Human Rights and extensive experience in the social justice field. For over 15+ years Ayla has worked in strategic planning, project management, and program development. Her primary focus has been on interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Twitter: @msiamayla
http://mindshift.ninja/ayla-khosroshahi/
Dr. Yashar Khosroshahi,

Dietary Fats: AKA - There's a party in your arteries - Episide #124 Oct 04, 2016

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This week Mike and Chris chew the fat and discuss the importance of fat in the diet. Why we need it and why all the fuss about eating "too much" fat? Are animal fats worse for you than plant fats? What about fat free foods? Saturated vs. unsaturated fats. What about trans fats? Plus, a closer look at what the Framingham study really tell us about cholesterol. In between their fattening discussion, the boys talk fish mongering, Mike reveals his love of condensed milk and Chris sticks up for people named Kyle. Plus...a FREE T-shirt challenge!

The Placebo Effect: AKA - There's a good chance you will enjoy this episode because we just told you Sep 27, 2016

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Chris and Mike have a conversation about the placebo effect. Why does it have an effect? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Can we stop it? Can placebos be used in medical practice and is that even ethical?

Industry Funded Research: AKA What "The Man" Does While You're Sleeping - Episode #122 Sep 20, 2016

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This week, Chris and Mike are inspired by the recent news reports of the sugar industry's history of paying scientists to produce favourable research and have a spirited discussion about Industry Funded Research. We chat about why it is needed, the potential problems that come with it, and what can be done to ensure we can trust the results of this kind of research. Where does the responsibility lie? Plus, Mike turns us all into research scientists and Chris (semi-appropriately) uses the word hithertofore.

Nootropics: AKA - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger - Episode #121 Sep 13, 2016

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This week on the podcast, Chris and Mike take a look at natural nootropic agents. Can you really take something that makes you smarter, more attentive, more efficient and more productive? Do they work, and if so, how? What works best, stacking and more. Plus, is there a big corporation stealing our ideas? We have a little fun with conspiracy theories!

Cooking Methods: AKA - Kitchen Nightmares - Episode #120 Sep 06, 2016

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This week Mike and Chris evaluate the impact of various cooking methods on food quality and nutritional value. Boiling vs. steaming vs. microwaving vs. grilling.

Guilty Pleasures AKA - Drop the guilt - Episode #119 Aug 30, 2016

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Chris and Mike discuss some common indulgences; sugar, alcohol, fast foods, caffeine, potato chips and smoking. How much is enough and how much is too much? Should we feel guilty about our indulgences? Find out what a couple of Naturopathic Doctors do behind closed doors. Remember, we are real people too!

Oragnic Food (Part 2) AKA - Some Organic Thought for Food - Episode #118 Aug 23, 2016

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Alex Buck joins us again to finish off our discussion about organic foods. This week, we will discuss the environmental impact of farming practices and the use of antibiotics and hormones in the raising of our animal foods.

Organic Food (Part 1) AKA - Some Organic Food for Thought - Episode #117 Aug 16, 2016

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This week Mike and Chris are joined by special guest Alex Buck, Canadian butcher and artisan sausage maker. Together, in part 1 of this 2 part podcast, we will discuss what it means for foods to be labelled organic in Canada as well as some of the reasons people may want to choose organic foods. They go on to talk about nutritional value of organics vs conventionally grown foods as well as the difference between synthetic and natural pesticides. Also, why do Chris and Mike think Cilantro tastes so terrible?

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