Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 16 and 17, 2025 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 bust myths surrounding cataracts with opthamologist Dr. Natasha Dang BMSc MD FRCSC, the real costs of obesity with internist Dr. Michael Aziz MD, the natural treatment of bone health with wellness entrepreneur Harleen Laroia, and how to improve your memory and cognition with Guiness world record holder Dave Farrow.

We specifically discuss:

Busting Cataract Myths

  • Is cataract surgery covered by OHIP?
  • Are all eye surgeons equal?
  • Why go to a specialist?
  • How do you find a good eye surgeon?
  • What questions should you ask your eye surgeon?
  • What are reasonable expectations, post surgery?
  • Sight is personal – everyone sees differently
  • The difference between OHIP and premium lenses
  • Do you have to wait until your sight is poor before cataract surgery?
  • Do cataracts return after surgery?
  • Key innovations in cataract surgery
  • Does AI play a role in cataract surgery?

 

The Real Costs of Obesity

  • A new definition of obesity
  • BMI vs waist circumference
  • The hidden costs of obesity
  • Why was it necessary to reclassify obesity?
  • How does obesity impact lifespan?
  • Diabetes and comorbidities
  • What interventions are appropriate if you’re obese?
  • What are the health risks of being overweight (but not obese)?
  • Is there a problem with normalizing being overweight?

 

Treating Bone Health Naturally

  • Why isn’t more attention paid to bone health?
  • Feeling weak might be attributable to bone health
  • Early warning signs or symptoms of weakening bones
  • Can bones rebuild themselves naturally?
  • Lifestyle choices to support bone health
  • Protein and minerals
  • Lifting heavy weights
  • How can you take control of your bone health?
  • Testing to get a baseline
  • OsteoOctober

 

Improve Your Memory and Cognition

  • Novel brain training
  • What does a healthy brain look like?
  • Does stress impact cognition?
  • What should you do if you’re feeling stressed?
  • Breathwork
  • Less social media, more meditation and mindfulness

 

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To learn more about show sponsor Oakville Laser Eye Centre and Dr. Natasha Dang BMSc MD FRCSC go here

To learn more about Dr. Michael Aziz MD go here

To learn more about Harleen Laroia go here

To learn more about Dave Farrow go here

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