Your Wellness

This episode of Your Wellness features a very special guest, Darlene Palmer. Unfortunately, we lost Darlene in March of 2019, however with her family's blessing we have decided to air this podcast. Darlene agreed to be on Your Wellness so that she could inspire other people living with cancer to continue to live life to the fullest regardless of any type of cancer diagnosis (or any other challenge...

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury discusses neck and spine health. Do you suffer from headaches? Lisa is joined by Fitness Clinician, Brian Johnston, to chat about why it’s so important to strengthen and support your neck and spine—not only to prevent headaches, but for overall health. Lisa is later joined by Jacques Thibault, who has been focused on his own neck and spine heal...

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury discusses independent living with disabilities. Lisa is joined by special guest Rob DiMiglio who lost his sight and had to adjust to his new disability. Lisa is also joined by Jennifer Grooms, a Direct Funding Lead for Independent Living, who discusses specific challenges individuals with disabilities face and what communities can do to help ou...

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury discusses the benefits of sleep and how to get more of it. Lisa is joined by a Respiratory Therapist to chat about how sleep impacts the health and quality of life, strategies to improve sleep and special equipment that is being prescribed to those with chronic sleep problems.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury discusses your yoga style. Lisa is joined by yoga teacher, Yogi Jojo. Lisa is later joined by special guest Jody Frances to discuss Thai Massage and the many benefits it brings.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about nutrition and its effect on our bodies. Lisa is joined by special guest Selina Rose for a cooking demonstration to highlight some basic ways to eating healthy. Lisa is also joined by Robert Patterson, who has transformed his eating habits by learning to cook healthy meals for himself.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about understanding suicide. Lisa is joined by a few special guests who open up and share their personal stories of how mental illness can result in thoughts of suicide. Lisa also discusses how suicide can affect the family and how you can encourage those who are suffering in silence.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury is joined by special guests Shelley Leclair and Dan Malette who share their personal and inspiring stories of their transformations to health. Shelley and Dan will discuss how they worked towards bringing back both their physical and mental health.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury chats about mental health and recovery with former NHL hockey player, Clint Malarchuk, who has struggled with mental illness most of his life. Lisa is also joined by Karen Hourtovenko, a Registered Nurse Practitioner and a Registered Psychotherapist to discuss some strategies on how to manage PTSD symptoms for long-lasting results.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury focuses on "standing with pride". Lisa speaks with human rights champions about how you can support the LGBTQ community. Lisa is joined by two volunteers from Fierté Sudbury Pride who share the history of the organization and how it’s supporting the health and wellness of so many individuals.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury focuses on the opioid crisis and how easily you can become dependent and addicted to them unknowingly. Lisa is joined by   a family doctor who has a passion for addiction medicine and two of his patients who have credited him for saving their lives.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury focuses on inspired youth. Lisa is joined by special guests Ryan Benoit and Tanya Quesnel who grew up with Cerebral Palsy, and despite their disability have overcome challenges and enjoyed many successes. After hearing their stories, you may never make an excuse again!

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about life after cancer with special guests, Terry Aimes and G-Rant, who were diagnosed with cancer and endured difficult treatments, however they are now cancer-free. Although their personal cancer journeys are different, they both have made significant changes to their lifestyles to maintain their wellness in similar ways. Lisa also cha...

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about living a mindful life by discussing the practice of mindfulness with special guest and teacher, Gary Pentingola. Lisa is also joined by Jessica Hall who has learned to incorporate mindfulness in her everyday life.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about women who thrive when they’re experiencing menopause. The symptoms of menopause can sometimes be difficult to handle. Lisa is joined by two inspiring women, Sheri Tomchick and Louise Bergeron, who have not only managed their symptoms, but have also chosen to thrive in the face of their physical changes. Lisa also speaks to Dr,Kallie...

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury talks about 'zen men' and how yoga can significantly impact men’s health. Lisa discusses the stigma that yoga is ‘just for women’. Lisa is also joined by special guests Robert (Bobbie) Todd and Mathew Graveline who share inspiring stories about how yoga has helped them in their daily lives.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury speaks about working outside of tradition. Lisa discusses alternative therapies, including equine therapy, music therapy and pet therapy and how they can be used to improve your health and overall wellness. Special guests include Jennifer Giroux, Annette Lumbis and Kylie Klym.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury speaks with special guests Brock McGillis and Scott Edwards who share their personal stories about coming out as gay men and how they are speaking out to help break down the stigma of the LGBTQ2 community.

In this episode of Your Wellness, host Lisa Lounsbury sits down with special guests Jamie West and Sandi Emdin who share their own personal stories of mental health and mental illness. Lisa is later joined by special guest Jeanne Messina to discuss resources available to those who are suffering.