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
We specifically discuss:
How To Support Focus in a Distracted World
- ADHD vs. simply being overwhelmed
- What does ADHD look like in adults?
- Adults with ADHD aren’t necessarily hyperactive
- What is the role of dopamine?
- Modern lifestyle impacts our focus
- How can you tell if you have ADHD or are simply overwhelmed?
- Sleep
- Diet
- Exercise/Movement
- Supplements and micronutrients to support general health
- Supplements for better focus generally
- L-Theanine for better focus in the moment
Navigating Mother’s Day
- Is Mother’s Day the worst day of the year?
- Family dynamic
- Is Mother’s Day performative?
- The modern family structure
- What does Mother’s Day look like?
- Commercialization
- Get your mother what she wants
Foods Can Trigger or Tame Migraines
- How strong is the connection between food and migraines?
- What is happening physiologically when someone has a migraine?
- Are certain foods actually migraine triggers?
- Skipping meals
- Caffeine
- Food cravings are a symptom not the cause of migraines
- The serotonin impact of certain foods
- Why is irregular eating a trigger?
- Practical advice
- Charles’ article
Movement is Medicine
- What is wrong about focusing on rest after injury or pain?
- How do we know when we need protection vs. movement in order to heal?
- Toe lifts
- Distinguishing what type of pain you are suffering from
- Activating muscles through isometrics
- How can we tell the cause of the pain as we age?
- Recovery
- Maintaining foundation and mobility
- How can we tell if there are issues with our foundation
- What mistakes are we making when experiencing pain?
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