Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 31 and November 1, 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. We’ll discuss why women shouldn’t fear weight training with wellness coach Deane Code, the management of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with oncologist Dr. Chris Hillis MD, cooking to support post-cancer diagnosis health with author Ellyn Caruso, and cutting edge wellness treatments with wellness entrepreneur John Kozman.
We specifically discuss:
Why Women Shouldn’t Fear Weight Training
- How transformation occurs
- Why women don’t want a “bulky body” from weight training
- What do women need to know about putting muscle on?
- Time and effort
- The importance of rest
- What happens if women don’t strength train?
- Real change happens in identity
- Motivations for change
- Why don’t people follow through?
- Realistic expectations
- Healthy discipline vs. punishment
- What does self-punishment look like?
- First steps
The Management of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- What is Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (“CLL”)?
- The warning signs and symptoms of CLL
- Who is at risk for developing CLL?
- New guidelines for treatment timing
- Personalization of cancer treatment
Cooking to Support Post-Cancer Diagnosis Health
- Focus on the foods of the Mediterranean
- Whole foods
- Elements of the Mediterranean diet
- Go to recipes
- The role of mindfulness
- The meaning of cooking
Cutting Edge Healthspan Technology
- What is healthspan?
- Healthspan vs. longevity
- Full body cryotherapy
- Oxygen chamber
- Reset frequency therapy
- IV therapy
- NAD
- Peptide consultation
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