In this episode of Healthspan Academy we explore skin health and appearance. Our guest was Dr. Joanne Willoughby, who has 30 years of clinical experience as a dermatologist. Joanne has a wealth of knowledge in the field of maintaining healthy and vibrant skin. We had a great discussion about minimizing the effects of skin damage and aging.

Dr. Joanne offered her insight on minimizing sun damage, developing a skin cancer self-check protocol, preventing acne and eczema. She referred us to a few great references from the Canadian Dermatology Association on developing lifestyle habits for maintaining  healthy skin:

Sun Safety for Every Day

*** Please note that the content discussed in this podcast is intended for self education and is not to be interpreted as medical advice

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In this episode of Healthspan Academy we discuss posture, spine health, and preventative habits as they apply to anti-aging and longevity. Our guest was Dr. Dan Vitale, who is the owner of Guelph Natural Health & Chiropractic. Dan has a wealth of knowledge in spine health, anti-aging, and biohacking. We had a great discussion about improving mindset, dealing with stress, avoiding spine damage, and optimizing posture.

You can learn more from Dan and his practice at Guelph Natural Health.

*** Please note that the content discussed in this podcast is intended for self education and is not to be interpreted as medical advice

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In this episode of Healthspan Academy we discussed exercise through the lens of anti-aging and longevity. Our guest was Mackenzie Mclaughlin, who is the former president and current advisor of Exercise is Medicine Toronto. Mackenzie is a PhD candidate in Exercise Science at University of Toronto and the host and Executive Producer of the Medicine in Motion podcast. He also works part-time as an exercise physiologist at the Cleveland Clinic in Toronto.

Mackenzie shared some of his research findings with us, as well as his insights with regards to optimal exercise methods and tissue prep.

Highlights:

(00:17) Introduction of Mackenzie Mclaughlin

(01:07) Impact of COVID-19 on his research

(03:06) Main findings in Mackenzie’s research

(04:10) First study about the effects of heat and low intensity and high intensity on the metabolism of caffeine.

(05:03) The effects of exercise on liver blood flow and if that affects the way drugs are metabolized.

(05:48) The study of the effects of inflammation on the way our liver enzymes metabolize drugs.

(07:20) How much of an impact that higher does have.

(09:15) Methods, time and effort in developing protocols.

(10:00) The hope that we can reduce the need for prescription drugs through exercise.

(11:40) Effective warm up design.

(14:30) Hacks to finding motivation to workout.

(15:45) Caffeine and how it works in the body.

(17:02) The effects of temperature on the clearance of caffeine.

(18:08) Refining post-exercise routines.

(18:40) Impact of post exercise mobility work.

(20:06) Study on low intensity movement on clearance of lactic acid.

(21:10) Exercise becomes more rewarding

(22:10) Exercise is a preventative means to negative health issues.

(23:30) The movement to digital / virtual training & coaching

(24:50) Mackenzie’s personal priority with his health & fitness

(26:30) Mental and cognitive benefits of Exercise

(28:45) Reverse engineering the life you want at 100

(29:20) A reference that Mackenzie has found in the past year

(31:30) How to learn more from Mackenzie

You can learn more about the Exercise is Medicine movement here.

Here is a link to the Medicine in Motion podcast.

You can read Mackenzie’s article on the role of exercise on conventional medicine here.

*** Please note that the content discussed in this podcast is intended for self education and is not to be interpreted as medical advice

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Our guest in this episode was Matthew James, who is the President of Purity Life Health Products, which is a national distributer of natural health products and supplements.

This episode we discuss:

• Selecting the best products for your specific needs;
• Navigating and selecting ideal supplement products and brands;
• Formulating ideal habits surrounding health, fitness, and nutrition.

*** Please note that the content discussed in this podcast is intended for self education and is not to be interpreted as medical advice

Here is a link to Purity Life’s website.

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Our guest in this episode was Dr Mary Peirson, who has been practicing medicine since 1994 and specializes in patient education. Most recently, she has focused on educating the public on the COVID-19 and its current vaccinations.

This episode we discuss:

• The facts regarding the COVID-19, the variants, and what we can expect moving forward;
• The history and science of vaccinations;
• Common misconceptions, pros and cons of the current vaccines;
• Tips for resolving philosophical differences regarding vaccination;
• Practical tips for minimizing risks in relation to COVID-19 and the vaccinations;

*** Please note that the content discussed in this podcast is intended for self education and is not to be interpreted as medical advice

Here is a link to Dr. Peirson’s biography

Here is a link to her most recent article on COVID-19, the history and science of vaccinations.

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This episode we discuss:

• The concepts of longevity, healthspan and anti-aging (ie, living healthy and full of function for as long as possible)
• Some background stuff (ie, what brought us here)
• An overview of some of the habits we use to optimize our healthspan
• What we plan on discussing in future episodes

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