Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 23 and 24 2024 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 ‘winter itch’ with dermatologist Dr. Melinda Gooderham MD,  how lifestyle choices and supplements can support fertility with naturopath Dr. Sara Celic ND, the art and science of engagement with author Rich Carr and new research into the gut microbiome with researcher Dr. Harry Brumer PhD

 

We specifically discuss:

The Treatment of Winter Itch

  • Why do people develop conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis?
  • The microbiome
  • Is there a genetic connection to psoriasis and atopic dermatitis?
  • Atopic vs. seborrheic dermatitis
  • Why is cold weather so challenging for those with skin conditions?
  • Humidity
  • Is there a medical basis for ‘winter itch’?
  • Treatment for seborrheic dermatitis: Zoryve in foam version
  • Topical jak inhibitor
  • When are oral or biologic drugs necessary?

 

Supporting Fertility Naturally

  • What are the most common nutritional deficiencies that impact fertility?
  • Supplements taken strategically to fill in the gaps
  • Foundational supplements
  • Reasonable expectations
  • Lifestyle decisions to support fertility
  • Monitoring adjustments with bloodwork
  • A success story

 

The Art and Science of Engagement

  • What is engagement?
  • Overwhelming volume of communication
  • Why do people struggle to be engaging?
  • Is everyone capable of engagement?
  • How do you improve your engagement?
  • Creative execution and EQ
  • Format and structure
  • Working memory
  • “Make it simple”

 

New Research Into The Gut Microbiome

  • What is the gut microbiota/microbiome?
  • What does the bacteria do in the microbiota?
  • Dietary fibre
  • The post-industrial diet vs the pre-industrial diet
  • Focusing on specific bacterial species
  • Mixed linkage glucan (complex carbohydrate) ie. oatmeal
  • Practical applications
  • Probiotics, prebiotics

 

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To learn more about Dr. Melinda Gooderham MD go here

To learn more about Dr. Sara Celic ND go here

To learn more Rich Carr go here

To learn more about Dr. Harry Brumer PhD go here