Mind Your Body

As the weather starts to cool down, you may notice a slight shift physically. Perhaps your digestion is off or maybe you’re feeling more fatigued than normal. Eating natural, whole foods in accordance with the changes in seasons will help to achieve  nutritional balance throughout the year. In this episode I share how to give your body the support it needs to thrive during the change in seasons so...

Are you focussing on all of the things that you lack or don’t have in your life instead of living in gratitude?  Are you actively managing your thought life? If you don’t know what that is you’re about to find out in this episode. This week on the Mind Your Body show Medical Neuroscientist and Professor Dr Krissy Doyle-Thomas joins us to talk about how to manage your thought life and all of those...

I get it - we all want abs of steel but it’s time to start thinking about your core in a different way. In this episode my guest Trista Zinn, the founder of CoreSet Fitness talks about the importance of a core restoration program and she will completely change the way that you look at your core. She also talks about her special technique to not only stretching the core but will also help you to st...

Okay so maybe you eat a vegetable or two...occasionally And use the stairs instead of the elevator….maybe Or maybe you’ve been exercising and eating healthy but the scale’s still not budging.  What gives?   Well, today I’m going to share 5 weight loss mistakes that you might be making.   If you’re listening to this episode then I’m assuming you probably could use a little help hitting your weight...

Welcome to the Mind Your Body Show this is culinary nutritionist Trudy Stone and I’m so grateful for you tuning into today.   In spite of low carb diets that are growing in popularity, carbohydrates are still an important part of weight loss and overall health. In spite of what many people may have you believe - it IS still possible to still enjoy carbohydrates and meet your weight loss goals.   A...

Class is back in session! Here on the Mind Your Body show as well as with the kiddos going back to school and I’m sure my listeners who are parents are happy about that. Today we are talking about routines y’all. It can be hard to get back into a routine and get back on track after the summer so today I’m going to share some tips with you on how to do just that!  I’m hoping that the 5 tips I’m goi...

We’re all facing a certain amount of uncertainty and stress in our lives right now, but the truth is that no matter what’s going on in the world, what has the greatest impact on your stress levels is the smaller choices we make every day. Today I’m sharing 5 ways to stop stress from taking over your life so that you can develop better habits for your mental well-being.   Items Mentioned in this ep...

Are you feeling unmotivated and exhausted? Do you feel lethargic and like you could use more energy? If so you’re not alone. The secret to getting healthy is supporting your body’s energy levels. On today’s episode I’ve invited certified nutritionist Alexa Schirm to the podcast who will be talking about energy drains and gains and how to get more energy and keep it. If you need some help recalibra...

Have you thought about changing your diet this Spring? Spring has officially arrived and many of us have been hibernating all winter eating comfort foods.  In Spring, our bodies naturally sense an opportunity for a fresh, clean start to cleanse ourselves of any accumulated toxins.  Ready to hit reset this Spring? Want to know which foods may help to spring clean your diet? Listen to find out!   It...

Why do you get up in the morning? Why is having a sense of purpose important? In this episode we talk with Jaya Jaya Myra, internationally acclaimed author, TEDx & motivational speaker, TV personality and creator of the Well Method.   Topics in this episode include: How a purpose-driven life impacts your mental and physical health Nutrition as the future of mental health care The importance of a d...

Do you turn to food to manage stress? If so you’re definitely not alone. One of the ways that many people are comforting themselves during the pandemic is with food.  If that’s you then you’re going to love this episode because I’m going to share 5 ways to stop stress eating.   Items mentioned in this episode: FREE E-BOOK Stress Busting Foods Join the Shed and Shred Wait List Chickpea Mac n Cheese...

Have you ever wondered - how do I know what’s actually healthy? Are eggs good or bad for me? Is coffee good for me or bad for me? Eating and living healthy can be confusing but it doesn’t have to be. March is nutrition month, so in honour of Nutrition Month I thought I would share some tips on how you can know what’s actually healthy so that you can make smarter more informed choices to help you h...

This is the last week of BHM and so I wanted to take the opportunity to highlight and celebrate powerful black voices that have been on the podcast.  In this special compilation episode you’ll hear from Leticia Ama Deawuo, Dr Ian Smith, Chrissy King, Danny Stone, Kym Niles, and myself. Some of the topics we discuss are racism in the food industry,  racism in the wellness industry, the importance o...

Cathy Biase is a breast cancer survivor who understands the emotions tied to a cancer diagnosis. She is now a certified Holistic Nutritionist and Cancer Coach who is dedicated to helping people understand the power that lies at the end of their fork.  In this episode of Cathy shares the new direction of cancer care; one that considers the whole person and the whole disease. She talked about why it...

To mark Black History Month this February, I thought it would be fun to share the benefits of some of the Caribbean’s most popular foods.  The Caribbean has much more to offer than just a warm and sunny vacation escape. Some of the foods in the Caribbean are overflowing with an abundance of nutrients, minerals and antioxidants which makes them overlooked when we think about superfoods to boost our...

Food and herbal remedies are medicine and that they have the power to both prevent and heal diseases. My guest this episode is Dr. Josh Axe, DNM, DC, CNS, is the founder of the world’s #1 most visited natural health website, DrAxe.com. He is also the bestselling author of multiple books like Keto Diet, Eat Dirt, Collagen Diet, Gut Repair, and the most recent one, Ancient Remedies. Dr. Axe has long...

What if you were told that you had a brain tumor? What would you do? My guest on this week’s episode Jamie Brown is a brain tumor survivor and tells his compelling story of courage and triumph. With over thirty five years in the Entertainment Business, Jamie has worked with some of the biggest celebrities in Hollywood. Such personalities like Chris Tucker, Eddie Murphy, and Michael Jackson top his...

How we can create a more inclusive environment in the wellness space and is racism a public health issue? My guest Chrissy King is keepin' it real on these two topics and so much more. You may have heard of her because of her vital article "" Is Fitness Only for Thin, White Women? " or her other viral interview in Shape "Why Wellness Pros Need to Be Part of the Conversation About Racism".   Chriss...

The average American consumes over 150 lbs of sugar per year. Canadians consume 88 lbs. Scary when you consider that high blood sugar is one of the biggest risk factors for depression. In fact studies show that countries with the highest intake of sugar also have the highest rates of depression. On today’s episode we’re talking alll about sugar. What it does to your brain and your body and how you...

I know that many of us are glad that 2020 is over and see 2021 as a fresh new beginning. One of those new beginnings for most people is a new diet. If you're starting a new healthy eating plan to lose weight, you need to listen to this first. There are 4 keys to a successful weight loss plan that I’m going to be sharing with you today. You’ll be happy to know that none of them require weighing you...

It’s been quite a year for us, and our health took the front seat this time. I hope you had time to reflect and assess your habits, your diet, and your lifestyle.  I’m grateful for all the love and support you’ve shown, so we’ve come up with a special treat for the final episode featuring the best clips that will help you make lasting changes to your health. You’re going to hear from Kim Niles, fi...

COVID-19 has traumatized the world, but no group has been more impacted than frontline healthcare workers. After months of battling the pandemic (and no end in sight) they are facing unprecedented levels of stress, depression, anxiety, hopelessness—and increasingly, post-traumatic stress disorder.    That's why today's guest - Dr. Diana Hendel – joins the show to provide mental health tune ups for...

The holiday season is here and for many, the holidays are a fun and cheerful time of year.  Unfortunately for some, instead of cheerful celebrations, this holiday season may bring feelings of stress, loneliness, anxiety, or maybe even depression. The effects of the ongoing pandemic will no doubt affect how we celebrate the holidays this year. That's why today's guests - Dr. Carlin Barnes and Dr. M...

We’re more stressed than ever before, but stress itself is not the problem. It’s how we relate to stress. The stress response is critical to our survival.  Too much stress is toxic, but a little can actually make you stronger. In this episode, I share six healthy short term responses to stress and six long term harmful effects of stress, and what you can do to cope. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s i...

We’re all facing a certain amount of uncertainty and stress in our lives right now, but the truth is that no matter what’s going on in the world, what has the greatest impact on your stress levels is the smaller choices we make every day. In this episode, I share six mistakes that you may secretly be making that are making your stress worse —and how to tweak them to develop better habits for your...