The Health Happens Podcast

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Good Fats, Bad Fats AKA: The Fat of the Land - Episode #324 Aug 07, 2018

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With all the (mis) information out there about fats, it can be hard to know what to do with our own diets. Should I eat more fats, or go fat free? Which fats are good? Which are bad? What about mono-unsaturated vs poly-unsaturated?
Get the facts on fats today as we rap and unpack the greasy details of why we all (probably) need a little more lipid in our lives. But not too much, though, and how do I know what's too much? Grab yourself a bacon or coconut oil sandwich and find out!

Harvesting Herbs AKA Life ain't nothin' but a funny funny riddle - Episode #323 Aug 01, 2018

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Want to turn that herb in your garden into medicine? In this very hands-on seasonal episode, Chris and Mike take you through the dos, don'ts, tips, and tricks of harvesting your own herbs.
Learn how (and why) to harvest your own herbs. Whether you are growing them in your back yard or collecting them out in nature, having your own supply of medicinal herbs at your fingertips is actually much easier than you think..
Now go get dirty!

No TV AKA: A confession and a Debate - Episode #322 Jul 24, 2018

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What happens when you trade passive entertainment for active engagement? Can our brains change how they process stimuli? We all love to get a little zombie once in a while, but are there any benefits to watching television? In a lively and emotional debate filled with opinion and personal experience, Mike and Chris settle the question for all time, like they so often do.

Fungal Infections AKA: Mike-ology - Episode #321 Jul 17, 2018

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Fungi are everywhere....literally. They are on our skin and in the air we breathe. In fact, its a wonder we dont all have ringworm all the time.
Now that it’s hot and sweaty season, fungal infections are lounging in the hot tub waiting to feast on our sweet summer skin. But how do they get in, and, more importantly, how do we get rid of them so we can get back to enjoying our topless summer vacations? All this and more on this week's podcast!

My Dad Got Sick - An Interview with Jay Perry - Episode #320 Jul 11, 2018

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This week we are joined by a very special guest, Jay Perry to discuss the content of his book "My Dad Got Sick".
There is no shortage of books on how to deal with cancer or other chronic diseases. But today, we look at illness from a different perspective; the role of the caretaker. Choosing to become a caretaker for a loved one with a chronic illness can be challenging, rewarding, draining, frustrating, enlightening...heck, throw out almost any adjective you want. It can be a life-changing experience.
Jay Perry will share some aspects of his journey as a caretaker filled with both highs and lows and give some advice to those who are going through it themselves and help them get back to the person they were before.
Connect with Jay Perry any way you want:
www.mydadgotsick.com : - Website for the book "My Dad Got Sick: Love & Insights From A Caregiver's Unexpected Journey Through Cancer"
Email: jay@jayperry.ca
Twitter, InstaGram, and FaceBook are all @jayperry
www.jayperry.ca
www.friendswithhearts.com

Fructose AKA Sugar Never Tasted So Good - Episode #319 Jun 27, 2018

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Fructose is a natural suar found in fruits, honey, agave nectar, etc. And marketing tells me that natural things are good for me, fructose must be good too, right? Well then why are so many people up in arms about high fructose corn syrup? Obviously someone isn't telling the truth!
Is Fructose Frucing us up? What’s the difference between fructose and other sugars? Can I still eat fruit, or is that now also on the “Things NDs take away from me” list now too?
Find out in what will surely be our sweetest episode of the season.

Food Poisoning AKA: What happens you eat poopy food - Episode #318 Jun 19, 2018

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At last, it's leaving potato salad in the Sun Season again! (Just kidding....don't do that please!) But how safe is that lunch meat salad you're eating? Or those eggs? Or even your super healthy leafy geens?
Practically everyone has had food poisoning at least once in their life. But how do you get it? The answer may surprise (and sicken) you. Fortunately its mostly avoidable if you are able to apply a bit of Health Happens strategic smarts.
Sure, we all love a good tale about "that time out" SO fed us undercooked ribs then went out to dinner elsewhere, but are there long-term consequences to food poisoning? Find out in this slightly-off episode!

TCM Infections AKA- Read her wrists for the secrets of her mind - Episode #317 May 23, 2018

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Chinese medicine has been around for hundreds of years and used to treat ailments of all types. Can Chinese medicine show us other ways to view and treat some of the common infections we see? Chris says "You bet! That’s why we’re talking about it!" Today we look common skin infections, respiratory infections, and urinary tract infections through the lense of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
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The Human Virome AKA The perfect match, you and I - Episode #316 May 15, 2018

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Human Virome? Whats that you say? Is that even a real thing? Did you know the bacteria in your gut can be infected by viruses and that the foods you eat can change them? Weird. Check this one out to learn about the viruses that live inside us and the role they play in our health. Then go buy the Health Happens Viral Probiotic supplement Mike is going to sell you that he personally guarantees will change your life or possibly make you die. Enjoy!

B12 AKA Girl you need a shot of B12 - Episode # 315 May 08, 2018

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B12 - Should we all be taking this precious red vitamin every few months (or more often) to reach our fullest potential? Which of the four forms is best? And where should my numbers be on lab tests? In a feisty episode, Chris and Mike inject you with the answers to optimize your smartness and make you an all-around better person.

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