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High protein. Stevia-sweetened. No added sugar. All natural. Food labels are everywhere, but do they actually mean what we think they mean?  In this episode of feelgoodery, Kyle decodes the most common food label claims in Canada, explains the “health halo” effect that tricks all of us, and covers what to watch for (and what not to stress too much about) next time you’re in the grocery store. In this episode: What “high protein” really means in Canada (the protein rating system), and why high protein doesn’t mean low sugarWhy “stevia-sweetened” products are allowed to contain other types of sweetens - and which type are used, and which are the biggest bloat offendersEgg labels decoded: conventional, enriched colony, free run, free range, organic and omega-3, and what they actually say about how hens liveWhy “no added sugar” isn’t the same as low sugar, and the one word that means no sweeteners at allWhy gluten-free can be harder on your blood sugar, and the hidden corn issueWhat “all natural” actually means according to the CFIAWhy “light” olive oil isn’t lower in calories“Product of Canada” vs. “Made in Canada”: which one supports Canadian farmersCanada’s new front-of-package “High in” nutrition symbol, and a quick system for reading any labelKyle’s beet, lemon and ginger reset drinkResources mentioned: Health Canada: Front-of-package nutrition symbol: what the new “High in” symbol means and which foods are exemptNew here? feelgoodery is your weekly space for feeling good without pretending everything’s fine: nutrition, mindset, and real strategies for showing up for yourself. It’s hosted by Kyle Buchanan (Broadcaster, Speaker, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Resident Wellness Contributor on Canada’s The Morning Show and host of The Exhale on SiriusXM) and his live studio dog Sam. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult with your healthcare provider. Follow along: Instagram @itskyleb | New episodes weekly

We know oral health matters, but most of us don’t give it the respect it deserves . . today might change that.  Because on this episode of feelgoodery, Kyle sits down with Dr. James Goolnik, one of the world’s leading holistic dentists, to talk about what your mouth can reveal about the rest of your body, why some early cavities don’t have to end with a drill.  PLUS - which popular oral care trends are actually worth it (and which are marketing BS).  In this episode: What holistic dentistry is, and how it differs from regular dentistryWhy Dr. James says your dentist can spot signs of over 57 health conditions in the mouth - and how he’s spotted pregnancies before his patients knewHow stress and poor sleep show up in your mouth (clenching, grinding, and the signs you can check yourself when you wake up)Sleep apnea warning signs, and why to check your overnight oxygen on your wearableHow early tooth decay can be reversed - and why snacking frequency matters as much as sugarCan you rebuild enamel? Hydroxyapatite toothpaste, nano vs. micro, and why you shouldn’t rinse after brushingIs sparkling water bad for your teeth?Receding gums, CoQ10, and whether red light devices for the mouth actually workHow to choose a toothpaste: abrasiveness (RDA), whitening, charcoal, fluoride and hydroxyapatiteShould you wait 30 minutes to brush after eating?Rapid fire: charcoal toothpaste, oil pulling, mouth taping and tongue scraping (and why he says to scrape before bed)The one small change that can make the biggest difference to your oral healthToday’s feelgood thingSites mentioned: Dr. James Goolnik - holistic dentist at Optimal Dental Health in London, and author of Brush and Kick SugarKyle's SiriusXM Show (click play, and it'll take you to the 3-month free sign in option!) New here? feelgoodery is your weekly space for feeling good without pretending everything’s fine - nutrition, mindset, and real strategies for showing up for yourself. Hosted by Kyle Buchanan (Broadcaster, Speaker, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Resident Wellness contributor on Canada’s The Morning Show & host of The Exhale on SiriusXM), and his live-studio dog Sam. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical or dental advice. Please always consult with your health care provider. Follow along: Instagram @itskyleb | New episodes weekly

The internet is full of wellness trends, and some of them are wild. In this quick episode of feelgoodery, Kyle Buchanan looks at two you might be seeing right now, standing on Epsom salts for better sleep and the Japanese walking method, and sorts out what's actually backed by research, what isn't, and whether either one is worth your time In this episode: The Epsom salt foot trend: what people are doing, what they're claiming (lower cortisol, less inflammation, better sleep), and where the evidence falls shortWhy a slow, sensory bedtime ritual can still improve your sleep - even if the explanation going around online isn't correctThe Japanese walking method (interval walking training): how to do it - 3 minutes at a comfortable pace, 3 minutes fast, for 30 minutesWhat the original Japanese studies foundKyle's ratingsToday's feelgood thing: Studies mentioned: Effects of High-Intensity Interval Walking Training on Physical Fitness and Blood Pressure in Middle-Aged and Older People — the original Japanese study (Nemoto et al., Mayo Clinic Proceedings) comparing no walking, steady moderate walking, and interval walkingNew here? feelgoodery is your weekly space for feeling good without pretending everything's fine - nutrition, mindset, and real strategies for showing up for yourself, hosted by Kyle Buchanan (Broadcaster, Speaker, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Resident Wellness contributor on Canada's The Morning Show & host of The Exhale on SiriusXM), and his live-studio dog Sam. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult with your health care provider. Follow along: Instagram @itskyleb | New episodes weekly

Yes, it's really called that, and yes, it comes from the same word you're thinking of. Spermidine is becoming bigger and bigger in the longevity world, and for good reason. Today, Kyle's breaking down what spermidine actually is, why researchers are excited about its link to a cellular "clean-up" process called autophagy, whether it's connected to Japan's remarkably high number of centenarians, and which everyday foods (yes, including one very sticky Japanese staple) are the richest natural sources.  Plus: is the supplement version worth trying, or is food still your best bet? In this episode: What spermidine is The autophagy connection: your body's cellular clean-up crew, and how spermidine may support it (without replacing fasting)Why natural spermidine levels decline with age, and what that might mean for healthy agingWhat the actual human research shows so far, including a small BDNF study and a larger observational trial, and where the evidence is still thinThe best natural food sources of spermidine (natto, wheat germ, mushrooms, legumes, aged cheese), for people who will never touch a supplementKyle's honest take on spermidine supplements, and why his current stance is "food first, supplement curious"Today's feelgood thing: the small, smug joy of being rightStudies mentioned: Nutraland rice germ extract pilot study coverageLongitudinal association of dietary spermidine with hepatic function indexes and cardiometabolic traits (European Journal of Nutrition)Effects of Spermidine Supplementation on Cognition and Biomarkers in Older Adults (JAMA Network Open)New here? feelgoodery is your weekly space for feeling good without pretending everything's fine -  nutrition, mindset, and real strategies for showing up for yourself, hosted by Kyle Buchanan (Broadcaster, Speaker, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Resident Wellness Contributor on Canada's The Morning Show & host of The Exhale on SiriusXM), and his live-studio dog Sam. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult with your health care provider. Follow along: Instagram @itskyleb | New episodes weekly

Feeling small, scared, or checked-out lately? You're not imagining it . . .  and you’re also not failing because of it. In this Season 5 premiere of feelgoodery, Kyle Buchanan breaks down why the brain defaults to passivity when bad news keeps piling up (AI anxiety, rising costs, the state of the world), and gives five practical, science-backed ways to climb out of it - from the gut-brain connection to a tough love talk, and a perspective shift that might make all the difference.   In this episode: Why feeling powerless right now isn't a personal failing -  the psychology passivityThe "control what you can control" method: small, immediate actions that retrain your brain out of shutdown modeHow your gut microbiome influences anxiety and mood via the vagus nerve, and what a Stanford fermented-food study foundThe real cost of staying small and scared, and why empaths especially need to hear this oneThe reminder that might make all the differenceToday’s feelgood thing, and why 5HTP might be something to consider  Studies mentioned: Learned Helplessness at Fifty: Insights From Neuroscience  Maier & Seligman's reinterpretation of their own landmark theory, showing passivity is the brain's default response, not something learnedGut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status — the Stanford (Sonnenburg Lab) fermented-food trial, published in CellFermented Foods, Neuroticism, and Social Anxiety: An Interaction Model — the ~700-person survey on fermented food intake and social anxiety New here? feelgoodery is your weekly space for feeling good without pretending everything's fine - nutrition, mindset, and real strategies for showing up for yourself, hosted by Kyle Buchanan (Broadcaster, Speaker, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Resident Wellness contributor on Canada’s The Morning Show & host of The Exhale on SiriusXM) , and his live-studio dog Sam.  Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn't a substitute for professional medical advice. If you're in a state of despair or depression, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional. Follow along: Instagram @itskyleb | New episodes weekly

We live in a time where we've never had more tools to improve our health. Wearables. Supplements. Peptides. Longevity clinics. Clean eating. Sleep trackers. AI-powered health advice. But what if the pursuit of "optimal health" is actually making some of us less healthy? Today, we're exploring where the line is between building healthy habits... and becoming trapped by them. We're covering: The hidden downside of tracking every health metricWhen "clean eating" quietly becomes an unhealthy obsessionWhy perfect sleep might not always be worth chasingThe surprising pressure behind today's sobriety movementHow wellness products can sometimes disconnect us from what our bodies are really trying to tell usWhy feeling your best doesn't require optimizing every moment of your lifePlus... today's feelgood thing. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice, biohacking, longevity trends, or the pressure to constantly improve yourself... this episode is for you.

If you are feeling a sense of urgency all the time, and that you are constantly falling behind . . . you are not alone.  Modern life trains us to be urgent.  We are also doing things to our own biology that is exacerbating this urgency.  So today, I'm taking about key considerations to counteract that feeling, so we feel calmer and have greater agency over our lives.  Whether you're struggling with chronic stress, anxiety, burnout, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this episode offers simple shifts that can help you reclaim a greater sense of calm and control. In this episode you'll learn: Why your breathing pattern directly affects your nervous system and stress responseHow caffeine may be increasing feelings of urgency without you realizing itThe surprising connection between posture, body language, and emotional stateWhy eating too quickly affects both digestion and your nervous systemHow magnesium influences stress resilience and emotional regulationWhy even mild dehydration can increase cortisol levelsThe neuroscience behind boredom, and why your brain actually needs itPractical ways to feel less overwhelmed in everyday lifeToday's feelgood Thing ✨This episode is for you if... You constantly feel overwhelmed or behindYour brain never seems to switch offYou're looking for natural ways to reduce stress and anxietyYou want practical nervous system regulation techniques backed by scienceYou're trying to create a calmer, healthier lifeTopics discussed Stress management • Anxiety • Nervous system regulation • Chronic stress • Cortisol • Burnout • Mindfulness • Vagus nerve • Magnesium • Caffeine • Emotional regulation • Mental health • Productivity • Default Mode Network • Healthy habits • Feelgoodery

Today we're revisiting one of the most popular episodes of last year, because it's a tool I continue to use today that's made a notable difference.  And apparently - I'm not alone!! Thank you for all your dm's and emails about this episode, more fun to come soon! _______ Today's episode is for the days when you’re feeling stuck, or are feeling so overwhelmed that your brain can't make a single decision. . .  Maybe work is piling up, or maybe it’s just a boring laundry day that’s draining you. Either way, you’re not quite sure how to break out of it. Today, I'm gonna break down  a perspective shift that’s been helping me lately, a way to  step out of the stress, the what-ifs, or the boredom, and see everything with fresh eyes. Because when you can shift your perspective—even just a little—it can make life feel just a little easier. We’re covering: Perspective shift for your consideration The ripple effect of that perspective shiftWhy even the boring, mundane moments matter in the bigger pictureHow to use this tool in daily life—no matter what you’re dealing withIf you’ve ever found yourself caught up in the noise of your own thoughts, this one’s for you.  And if this shift clicks for you? Amazing. If not, that’s okay too. As always, take what you need and leave the rest.

We all try do our best (most of the time).. drink water, eat our veggies, take the occasional supplement  . . .  But what if some of the things we're doing for our health could occasionally be working against us? Today,  we're breaking down some of the lesser-known ways good health habits can sometimes produce unintended results -  and why timing, dosage, and context matter more than most people realize. We're covering: Why taking Vitamin C after a workout may not always be the best ideaThe surprising downside of eating too many thyroid-popular nutsThe smoothie ingredient that recently sparked concern onlineHow a common immune-support supplement can create a different nutrient deficiencyThe hidden risk of drinking too much water too quicklyWhy health headlines often miss the nuanceHow to get the benefits of healthy habits without accidentally sabotaging your effortsPlus... today's feelgood thing.  If you've ever wondered whether you're doing too much of a good thing, this episode is for you. Big thanks to our sponsor, ITL Health.  For More information on their magnesium formulations, designed with bioavailability in mind, can be found here: http://www.itlhealth.ca  Thank you for being part of this space. xo

The GLP-1 conversation has completely changed the wellness world. What started as a diabetes medication is now being talked about for weight loss, metabolism, cravings, inflammation, and even longevity. But as more people jump on medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, some important questions are getting overlooked. .  . Today, we're talking about: The hidden mistake that could make your weight loss backfireWhy some people lose more than just body fat, but lean tissueThe nutrient strategy experts say becomes even more important on GLP-1 medicationsThe surprising symptom many people can blame on the medication itself (but could not be)How to protect your metabolism while losing weightNatural ways to support your body's own GLP-1 productionThe connection between your gut bacteria, appetite, and cravingsWhy sleep may be playing a bigger role than you realizePlus . . . today's feelgood thing. Big thanks to our sponsor, ITL Health. More information on their magnesium formulations, designed with bioavailability in mind, can be found here: https://itlhealth.ca/ Thank you for being a part of this space! xo

Lyme disease and tick-borne illness can be a scary thing... and, even scarier - they are on the RISE.  Sometimes we know we've gotten exposed - other times, not so much - and we can go undiagnosed for years ...  With ticks expanding in numbers and areas across North America, more and more people find themselves dealing with everything from flu-like symptoms and joint pain to fatigue, brain fog, neurological symptoms, and chronic illness that can be difficult to explain.  SO - how do you know if a tick bite has become something more serious?  What are the early Lyme disease symptoms to watch for?  And what should you do if you suspect you've been exposed, whether recently or years ago? Today, I sit down with Lyme disease expert and naturopathic physician Dr. Alexis Chesney, author of Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases.  She has got us COVERED, and after the episode, you will feel much better equipped to deal with what's going on now.  We're covering: What Lyme disease actually is and how it's transmittedWhy Lyme disease cases are increasing across North AmericaThe truth about the classic bullseye rashEarly warning signs of Lyme disease that are often overlookedHow Lyme can affect the brain, nervous system, energy levels, and moodWhy symptoms can come and go, making diagnosis difficultThe testing limitations that can lead to missed diagnosesThe difference between acute Lyme disease and long-term Lyme-related illness (and treatment!) Why some people struggle for years before getting answersCommon tick-borne co-infections including Babesia and AnaplasmosisWhether Lyme disease can be fully treated—and why there is more hope than many people realizePractical prevention strategies to reduce your risk of tick bitesThe importance of finding a practitioner who understands both the science and complexity of tick-Tick & Tick-Borne Illnesses Resources Dr. Chesney's Website: https://www.dralexischesney.com/ Dr.Chesney's Book: click here Find a practitioner: International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society Canadian resource for ticks, photos & education - https://etick.ca/ Test a tick you find for potential diseases - https://geneticks.ca/ Canadian Lyme disease Support - https://canlyme.com/ & https://www.lymehope.ca/ Big thanks to our sponsor - ITL Health To learn more and explore products - click here!

Fasting trends have officially gone off the rails -  and some of them are actually worth knowing about, while others come with side effects nobody seems to be talking about. So today, we're breaking it all down and cutting through the noise. We're covering: Sardine fasting - the reset trend with a side of gout nobody warned you about  Water fasting -  the most "true" fast, and why it's not for everyone The Fasting Mimicking Diet -  the science-backed method where you actually get to eat  Dopamine fasting -  the trend that has nothing to do with food Why when you fast matters just as much as how long you fastPlus, the electrolyte reminder you probably needed heading into summer.  And of course . . . today's feelgood thing. Dr Erin Boynton's Program I'm doing for back pain - click here  Big thanks to our sponsor, ITL Health. More information on their magnesium formulations, designed with bioavailability in mind, can be found here: https://itlhealth.ca/

If your anxiety seems to be getting worse as you get older . . . there might  actually a really specific, biological reason for that.  And it has to do with something happening in your brain every single night. Or more accurately something that's stopped happening. So today - we're breaking down a certain sleep stage that gets trickier with age, and how it's impacting our anxiety.  We're covering:  The specific stage of sleep that acts as your brain's nightly anxiety reset (and what happens when you don't get enough of it)Why this isn't just about feeling "well rested" -  there's an emotional regulation piece most people have never heard about5 evidence-backed ways to protect this stage of sleep - including one that costs literally nothing and you can try tonightThe personal stuff: what I've has actually tested on himself that's moved the needle on his own deep sleep (mouth taping, kiwis, glycine..)today's feelgood thing This episode is for you if... You've noticed your anxiety creeping up and you can't really explain whyYou wake up and don't feel rested even after a full nightYou've been chalking things up to "just getting older" and want to actually do something about itYou're a sleep nerd, or want to be one

If you’ve been living with chronic pain, a bad back, or that quiet fear that your body is starting to ‘break down’ as you get older… today’s episode is for you. If you've been following along with this show lately, you know I've been going through it myself. This past month, because of something so simple, was the worst back-pain of my life. But my lucky star was on my side, because last week I had a prescheduled interview for my SiriusXM show with a very prominent  orthopaedic surgeon. And after the interview, she offered to review what's going on with my back, and perhaps get to the root of what's actually going on . . .    And her insights have truly changed everything for me, and also given me hope. The good news? It applies to us all . . . So today, Dr. Erin Boynton  - renowned orthopedic surgeon and author of The Injury Guide: Eliminate Pain, Heal Your Injuries and Keep Moving Forever -  is here to give me (and us) not only answers - but a way forward...   In this episode, we explore: ✔️ Why pain is so common - and it's upside we haven't considered ✔️ The foundational work most of us have skipped (and don't even know it)  ✔️My story and what's going on   ✔️Why injuries often happen from the smallest, most ordinary moments  ✔️ How spine deterioration and bulging discs can be addressed without jumping straight to surgery  ✔️ The connection between your body's foundation and long-term pain-free living ✔️ Where to start when everything feels overwhelming and hopeless  ✔️ The mindset shift that makes all the difference: If you know someone who's been told pain is just part of aging, or that surgery is their only option   please share this episode with them. There is more hope than we're often led to believe. As always, feel free to email me at [email protected] for any questions or topics you'd like to see covered on this show. Thank you for being part of this space. Resources Dr Erin Boyntons website  - https://doctorerinb.com/ Dr Erin Boyntons Best-Selling Book - click here

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