Medicine in the Kitchen

This week we were honoured to have Joni Kamlet join us from real mushrooms to share her knowledge and experience as a registered veterinary technician and certified canine rehabilitation assistant. We learned lots about integrative and holistic vets, using mushrooms to support pets, and the importance of pet food and nutrition! And as always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it hel...

We're back! This week we're learning about osteoarthritis with Julie Bellini. We discuss what osteoarthritis is and learn about what we can do to better manage this as we age or live with it if we have it. And as always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing!...

This week three Canadians came together to chat about eco friendly living. We were so lucky to have Christine Lan from Ecoamical join us! She has so many creative tips and ideas to share, especially when it comes to making your own make-up using household ingredients! We had so much fun chatting. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on...

We're back! This week we're learning about the benefits of Pilates and what it's really about with Katrina Foe Susan Black. We discuss what Pilates is truly about and learn about the Cadillac, no not the car, and how to use it in Pilates not just the mat workout. You heard that right its not just core exercises but so much more. And as always, let us know what you think, rate, and comm...

We're back! And this week we're learning about the benefits of massage therapy with Registered Massage Therapist Susan Black. We cover lots of topics around massage therapy, including when to get a massage and what a visit typically looks like.  We did, however, forget to mention cost. For those who are interested, a typical one hour massage in Hamilton, Ontario runs around $90-120. If you ha...

If you ever thought trauma was only PTSD for those who have gone to war, well you are not alone. Our lovely guest Melissa explains how trauma happens and how to manage and heal your trauma. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more info visit www.swe...

Have you ever heard of this fun little berry? With so many health benefits, especially during cold and flu season, we were excited to talk about it! Of course we also talked about some of the delicious ways to get this fruit into your diet. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinth...

Halloween is just around the corner, so what better time to talk about bubble gum and making safe choices? From its humble origins to what it is today and what it can become in the future. Learn about some pros and cons with regard to everyone's favorite chew. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko...

It's that time of year! In this episode, we dive into this oh so popular spice blend and chat more about its health benefits, especially during the fall/autumn season. What's your favourite way to use pumpkin spice? We'll definitely tell you some of ours. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.c...

This week we talk about licorice, where both hosts have different opinions on the taste but approve of its wonderful properties. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more info visit www.sweetnutritionista.com & www.drfeliciaassenzand.com Geazul:...

Come chat with us about the health benefits of rhubarb and the delicious ways to consume it! Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a little announcement on some exciting things to come for Medicine in the Kitchen in 2023! As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy H...

This week we talk about osteoporosis and how to support bone health at all ages and stages. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more info visit www.sweetnutritionista.com & www.drfeliciaassenzand.com Geazul: @SweetNutritionista (Instagram &...

This week, we're talking about zucchini. A staple in any Italian garden but do you know where the zucchini plant seems to have originated? How about the health benefits zucchini has to offer? Or the many ways to prepare and eat zucchini and zucchini blossoms. We talk about all of these questions and more in this fun episode. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us g...

This week we talk about chocolate and some of its wonderful properties. Can you guess where this magnificent treat originated from and do you know all about the different types? Find out more and how to make your own from home in this episode As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicinein...

This week we're talking all about acupuncture. We talk about what it is, our experience with it, and how we think it helps. Have you ever tried acupuncture? What was your experience like? As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more info visit www.sweet...

This week we talk about the berry-licious berry, the strawberry. We explore its wonderful nutrients, its history, and touch upon its non-berryness. Did you know there are two types of wild strawberries? How do you eat strawberries? As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen...

This episode we chatted about hair loss, a common problem we've been seeing and hearing about a lot lately, especially since the start of the pandemic. We even had the wonderful and wise Sheny Rodriguez from Maya Retreat Salon and Spa join us to share her expertise and thoughts on the issue, where it might stem from, and what we can do about it.  As always, let us know what you think, rate, a...

This week we talk about the oh-so-famous avocado. We explore its wonderful nutrients, its history, and reproduction. Did you know it's a fruit? How do you eat avocados? As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us here: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more info visit www.sweetnutritionista.com &...

This episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with two wonderful, resilient ladies; Jalee and Stephanie. We chatted about physical, mental, and spiritual daily habits that build resilience and help us face challenges in life.  As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us there: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen...

This week we talk about the importance of breast health and getting to know your breasts; as well as answering what a thingamaboob is. We touch upon some of the new regulations, what foods are good for breast health, the importance of a good bra, and so on.  As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us there: https:...

It's the time of year where this wonderful, nutritious plant starts popping up all over the place. This episode, we talked about making use of nature's gift and the benefits it may have on your health.  As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us there: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy Healing! For more...

This week we welcome our guest Ean to talk about the importance of travel and more importantly the importance of accessible travel. We touch upon how to prepare and how best to accommodate for the unexpected. As well as how each country has its own way of making things more accessible to those that need them. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can eve...

This episode we had the honour and pleasure of chatting with mycologist Jeff Chilton. It was fascinating to learn from his wisdom and extensive experience with mushrooms. We talked about how he became interested in mushrooms, the benefits of eating mushrooms, where they come from, how they grow and much more! As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can eve...

This week we talk about the ever so tasty spice, cinnamon. We mention a bit about its origins, the different types, the history, and of course the health benefits of including a little bit of cinnamon in your everyday life. As always, let us know what you think, rate, and comment as it helps us grow. You can even find us on Ko-Fi and support us there: https://ko-fi.com/medicineinthekitchen Happy H...

In this episode we were joined by one of our dear listeners Jamar! It was wonderful to hear his take on past episodes, his health journey and what medicine in the kitchen means to him. He even had some great questions for us!  We did have some connection issues on our end while recording this episode so please bear with us through the parts of the episode that sound like robots are taking ove...