Your Daily Dose: Recent Episodes
Doreen Doucette, DNM, CAP, MR
Your Daily Dose is an informational show regarding supplements, Minerals Vitamins, what they are, their proper usage, what prescription medications, foods etc may contraindicate them. Information will be given as to how and when, would be the best times to take them. I will cover how to choose which vitamin brand to best suits your needs and price range, as well as discussing and answering questions that people may have. Information regarding Ayurveda and Panchakarma and the use of Ayurvedic Herbs will be held. Body constitutions (Dosha's) and the forms that can be completed to determine what each person's Dosha will also be part of the discussion. This also includes the correct vitamins, supplements and herbs for your Dosha. An interview with an Essential Oil Guru will be held to provide you with what you need to know when it come to the proper use and care of Essential Oils and ONE Special show will be about Natural Medicine and your Pets!
I'll look at the proper way to perform Oil Pulling and what should and should not be used to this popular Ayurvedic treatment! I'll take you through the steps of a proper Ayurvedic Daily Regime that will sharpen the senses and help with a clearer mind.
I'll continue to talk about some diet trends that are in the form of Shakes, Powder Mixes and a very popular Prepackaged diet plan that is prepared and delivered directly to your door! Are these more beneficial, more healthy and easier to use?? I'll help you with the pro's and con's!
I'll continue to talk about some diet trends that are in the form of Shakes, Powder Mixes and a very popular Prepackaged diet plan that is prepared and delivered directly to your door! Are these more beneficial, more healthy and easier to use?? I'll help you with the pro's and con's!
Fad diets and diet trends have been very popular since the early 1940's. Ads are very captivating when they promote that you will lose weight, fast, easy and without any work at all!! Some say you don't even have to change the way you are currently eating..... In this podcast, I'll speak of the dangers of many of the diet trends that are so popular, along with some that even have a few health benefits!! Join me Wednesday at 11:00 and find out if any of the diet trends that I talk about, may be one that you know of or maybe, have even given it a try!!
I'll talk of the days when Plasters and Poultices were used by many for colds, coughs and flu and the difference between the Plaster and the Poultice. I'll give several recipes of each and what they are used for. Maybe you will want to give some of them a try when you or a family member has a cough or cold! They are easy, inexpensive and very effective!
Taking a look into several simple home remedies and recipes that can quickly and easily be made in the kitchen to hep relieve pain and inflammation. Several of these remedies will also help keep your immune system healthy and strong. These remedies can be very effective and help reduce our reliance on many over the counter or prescription medications!
I'll continue to talk about some diet trends that are in the form of Shakes, Powder Mixes and a very popular Prepackaged diet plan that is prepared and delivered directly to your door! Are these more beneficial, more healthy and easier to use?? I'll help you with the pro's and con's!
Fad diets and diet trends have been very popular since the early 1940's. Ads are very captivating when they promote that you will lose weight, fast, easy and without any work at all!! Some say you don't even have to change the way you are currently eating..... In this podcast, I'll speak of the dangers of many of the diet trends that are so popular, along with some that even have a few health benefits!! Join me Wednesday at 11:00 and find out if any of the diet trends that I talk about, may be one that you know of or maybe, have even given it a try!!
I'll talk of the benefits of 2 very beneficial herbs that Juliette de Bairacli Levy, The Grandmother of Herbalism would not be without in her garden. I'll also give some recipes with Rosemary for you to try!
Taking a look into several simple home remedies and recipes that can quickly and easily be made in the kitchen to hep relieve pain and inflammation. Several of these remedies will also help keep your immune system healthy and strong. These remedies can be very effective and help reduce our reliance on many over the counter or prescription medications!
I'll talk of the days when Plasters and Poultices were used by many for colds, coughs and flu and the difference between the Plaster and the Poultice. I'll give several recipes of each and what they are used for. Maybe you will want to give some of them a try when you or a family member has a cough or cold! They are easy, inexpensive and very effective!
I'll look at the proper way to perform Oil Pulling and what should and should not be used to this popular Ayurvedic treatment! I'll take you through the steps of a proper Ayurvedic Daily Regime that will sharpen the senses and help with a clearer mind.
Folk medicine goes very far back in time where Nature was our very first drugstore. Man and animals depended on plants and herbs to avoid illness and maintain health. Let's take a walk back in time and explore some home made remedies used by our Parents, Grandparents and Great Grandparents! I'll give some recipes for those of you who would like to try making remedies at home!
Hydrotherapy, which was formerly called hydropathy and also called water cure, is actually a part of alternative medicine, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy, and it involves the use of water for pain relief and treatment.
Today, that is what I want to talk with Doug about since it seems to be a lesser known treatment and can include many different things that we would not think to be in the realm of Hydrotherapy! Many of these, we could do in the comfort of our home to help reduce anxiety & tension, lessen the effects of stress and to take some time to just “let everything go” and relax…..
Folk medicine goes very far back in time where Nature was our very first drugstore. Man and animals depended on plants and herbs to avoid illness and maintain health. Let's take a walk back in time and explore some home made remedies used by our Parents, Grandparents and Great Grandparents! I'll give some recipes for those of you who would like to try making remedies at home!
Is our Standard American Diet food recommendations what we should be putting into our bodies and is it contributing to our Health, or to our Illnesses? Why are we eating the high amounts of processed foods that we do, and what effect do these foods have on our health and wellbeing? Did you know that 95% of our illness and disease may be stemming from the foods we are consuming? Today I'll talk with Janice Amirault. Janice is a Holistic Nutritionist and Holistic Cancer Coach. We will be talking in regards to eating Vegan or Vegetarian and Janice will be defining these diets for us and giving us some of the benefits of why switching our Standard American Diet to a Vegan Diet, can do for us!
I'll look at the proper way to perform Oil Pulling and what should and should not be used to this popular Ayurvedic treatment! I'll take you through the steps of a proper Ayurvedic Daily Regime that will sharpen the senses and help with a clearer mind.
I'll talk with Michelle Surette-Cottreau about her experience with Panchakarma: The Ayurvedic Art & Science of Detoxification & Rejuvenation. Michelle has undergone this treatment on 2 occasions and she describes why she did this and what her outcome has been, due to Panchakarma!
Today, I'll focus on the The Ayurvedic Art and Science of Detoxification and Rejuvenation that is called Panchakarma. The word panchakarma means five actions and refers to the five procedures intended to intensively cleanse and restore balance to the body, mind, and emotions. Panchakarma is used by Ayurvedic Practitioners and Dr’s as a treatment for a variety of health conditions and as well as a preventative measure.
I’m pleased to have Jane Lawson join me on the topic of Essential Oils. We find that with the use of face masks and coverings, the general public being strongly recommended to use them when in public places, that people are not being well informed when they are encouraged to apply essential oils to them. I talk with Jane and her feelings on the usage of Essential Oils on face coverings.
Hydrotherapy, which was formerly called hydropathy and also called water cure, is actually a part of alternative medicine, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy, and it involves the use of water for pain relief and treatment.
Today, that is what I want to talk with Doug about since it seems to be a lesser known treatment and can include many different things that we would not think to be in the realm of Hydrotherapy! Many of these, we could do in the comfort of our home to help reduce anxiety & tension, lessen the effects of stress and to take some time to just “let everything go” and relax…..
I'll talk about some beneficial health benefits of the Japanese Knotweed plant for people and pets! Lets not get rid of it! Lets live with it and reap the benefits.
I welcome Janice Amirault back to the show, to discuss the specifics of a Cancer Diet. How different foods can affect us and what we should be looking for in the way of real foods to maintain health. We look at some ways to reduce the amount of daily stress, in times and situations, that we are unable to change.
Is the Biomeridian Stress Assessment Testing effective for you when it comes to increasing or decreasing your amount of Vitamin D intake? I'll talk about this and the dangers of constantly increasing your daily intake of Vitamin D. What is the benefit of the Biomeridian Stress Assessment Test and who will benefit from this type of Health testing? Join me on July 29th and find out the answers to these questions.
Today I'll be discussing the benefits of knowing your Dosha as well as the benefits of Panchakarma treatments with Lisette dEntremont. Lisette d'Entremont is an Holistic cook at Le Jardin Petit daycare where she cooks for Children ages 18 months to 4 years old. Lisette has been researching Ayurveda on her own, for about the past 10 years and trying to live an Ayurvedic Lifestyle. She is a 20 year cancer survivor and contributes much of her good health, to knowing her Dosha and being able to identify what foods and lifestyle activities will bring balance or unbalance to her life.
I'll be talking with Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli about his book The Triumph of Diversity We will talk about the prejudices, discriminations and hate crimes happening not only in America but, throughout the World; how they have increased, the physical impact this causes, and how we can lessen these prejudices in our society.
I welcome Janice Amirault back to the show, to discuss the specifics of a Cancer Diet. How different foods can affect us and what we should be looking for in the way of real foods to maintain health. We look at some ways to reduce the amount of daily stress, in times and situations, that we are unable to change.
In previous podcasts I've spoken of Juliette de Bairacli Levy and specific herbs that she most loved. Today, I talk with Tish Streeten about Juliette, her love of herbs, Her books and her work with both people and animals.
Is our Standard American Diet food recommendations what we should be putting into our bodies and is it contributing to our Health, or to our Illnesses? Why are we eating the high amounts of processed foods that we do, and what effect do these foods have on our health and wellbeing? Did you know that 95% of our illness and disease may be stemming from the foods we are consuming? Today I'll talk with Janice Amirault. Janice is a Holistic Nutritionist and Holistic Cancer Coach. We will be talking in regards to eating Vegan or Vegetarian and Janice will be defining these diets for us and giving us some of the benefits of why switching our Standard American Diet to a Vegan Diet, can do for us!
I’m pleased to have Jane Lawson join me on the topic of Essential Oils. We find that with the use of face masks and coverings, the general public being strongly recommended to use them when in public places, that people are not being well informed when they are encouraged to apply essential oils to them. I talk with Jane and her feelings on the usage of Essential Oils on face coverings.
I'll be speaking with Stephen Arnold regarding the Traditional Chinese Therapy of Acupuncture. What it is, it's benefits and Contraindications. Stephen will also touch on Moxibustion and Guasha. Join us and see if this will be a Therapy you'd like to experience!
Dr. Abdurahaman Poilan of PVA Ayurvedic Hospital in Kerala, India talks on Ayurveda and the Dosha's. How we can maintain a healthy lifestyle and how to resist disease by following an Ayurvedic lifestyle.
Join me as talk about the use and overuse of antibacterial products that we have used in our homes and our personal care products for the past several years, and more often now with the Covid 19 pandemic. Are they helping our immune system or harming it? What about all of the Natural Supplements promoted to Boost our immune system? Are they worth it? I'll give you some beneficial information to help us all stay safe in these unprecedented times.
Is the Biomeridian Stress Assessment Testing effective for you when it comes to increasing or decreasing your amount of Vitamin D intake? I'll talk about this and the dangers of constantly increasing your daily intake of Vitamin D. What is the benefit of the Biomeridian Stress Assessment Test and who will benefit from this type of Health testing? Join me on July 29th and find out the answers to these questions.
Jane has been a Clinical Aromatherapist for almost 30 years and a teacher for over 20 years. She studied under Irene Latter, Principal of the then Scottish School of Aromatherapy in the early ‘90’s. Irene herself was taught by two of Marguerite Maury’s former students, so you could say she is a vintage Aromatherapist. She furthered her studies in Reflexology and Polarity therapy with Douglas Bell at his Scottish School of Reflexology, added Kinesiology through Melanie Whitehouse, became a Reiki Master 5th lineage through Jeanette Robinson and added Kahuna Bodywork (advanced Lomi Lomi) massage to her repertoire through Rosalie Samet who brought the technique to the UK having been invited by a Kahuna Master to study Kahuna traditions herself in Hawaii for 7 years.
I'll be talking with Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli about his book The Triumph of Diversity We will talk about the prejudices, discriminations and hate crimes happening not only in America but, throughout the World; how they have increased, the physical impact this causes, and how we can lessen these prejudices in our society.
With the current Covid 19 Pandemic, it appears that many are grasping at straws and taking anything and everything they read or hear, Literally!! There are many snake oils and Scams from companies that want to profit from people s fears. Jane Lawson and I will be talking of some easy and beneficial ways to help you take proper preventative measures in this most unsettling time.
How many of you look for castor oil when you have pain? Do you look for it as a necessity in your beauty routine? Maybe you should! This little known oil holds many health benefits and I'm going to talk about its many health properties and its uses! I'm also going to talk about the beautiful Lupin flower that we see this time of year, in full bloom, along roadsides and in fields. Do you know of it's healthy benefits? I'll talk about some of them too!
Chef Kevin Wagner will discuss the benefits of Cannabis and CBD for Chronic health problems, how the human body can utilize it, as well as some common safety issues.
I talk with Master Hairstylist Lisa Young about what it's like returning to work after a mandated work closure and, being in lockdown for almost 3 Months due to Covid 19. The new protocols, what's expected and what's required in what is now referred to as our New Normal
I'll talk with Chef Kevin Wagner of Eating With Wisdom regarding becoming Self Sustaining during the Pandemic. Kevin will inform us of what he is doing in the way of gardening and some easy plants for beginners.
I'll talk of the benefits of 2 very beneficial herbs that Juliette de Bairacli Levy, The Grandmother of Herbalism would not be without in her garden. I'll also give some recipes with Rosemary for you to try!
“Kevin is well known throughout Southwestern Nova Scotia for his exemplary foodservice, and after many years of following his own journey of natural healing now shares his extensive knowledge of holistic nutrition and healthy food preparation to help those on their own path to personal wellness.”
I'll talk about the usage of PPE with the general public. Is it being properly used or not?? Does the general public really need to use PPE when out on errands? I'll also give a recipe for a pain salve because many of us are now planting gardens and noticing the pain....in the back!!
I'll look at 4 more wild plants that are beneficial to our health when used properly. Goldenrod, Mayflowers, Lemon Balm and Burdock. They do come with some cautions and contraindications. I'll talk about them in this episode!
In these dark times, a little pick me up is required! Lets get outside and look at the beauty coming forth during the Spring Season! We will look at the health benefits and uses of Chickweed, Dandelion and Plantain! These wild growing weeds also come with precautions and contraindications. I'll also give you a couple of easy recipes that you can prepare and use at home!
I recap important highlights from each show as well as have a special message from Dr. Abdurahaman Poilan from PVA Ayurveda Hospital in Kerala India regarding Covid 19.
With the current Covid 19 Pandemic, it appears that many are grasping at straws and taking anything and everything they read or hear, Literally!! There are many snake oils and Scams from companies that want to profit from people s fears. Jane Lawson and I will be talking of some easy and beneficial ways to help you take proper preventative measures in this most unsettling time.
Jinsong Zhou will discuss the benefits of Traditional Chinese Herbs, as well as some of their uses. He also shares some information on immune boosting herbs.
I'll be speaking with Stephen Arnold regarding the Traditional Chinese Therapy of Acupuncture. What it is, it's benefits and Contraindications. Stephen will also touch on Moxibustion and Guasha. Join us and see if this will be a Therapy you'd like to experience!
Today I'll be discussing the benefits of knowing your Dosha as well as the benefits of Panchakarma treatments with Lisette dEntremont. Lisette d'Entremont is an Holistic cook at Le Jardin Petit daycare where she cooks for Children ages 18 months to 4 years old. Lisette has been researching Ayurveda on her own, for about the past 10 years and trying to live an Ayurvedic Lifestyle. She is a 20 year cancer survivor and contributes much of her good health, to knowing her Dosha and being able to identify what foods and lifestyle activities will bring balance or unbalance to her life.
Jane Lawson is the Principle of Natural Approach School & Therapies. She has been a Clinical Aromatherapist for almost 30 years and a teacher for over 20 years. I'm pleased to have Jane join me today, as she is going to help us sort through what is safe and what’s not safe in the way of Essential Oils. We will discuss ingestion, contraindications and toxicity and the different grades of oils.
Jane has been a Clinical Aromatherapist for almost 30 years and a teacher for over 20 years. She studied under Irene Latter, Principal of the then Scottish School of Aromatherapy in the early ‘90’s. Irene herself was taught by two of Marguerite Maury’s former students, so you could say she is a vintage Aromatherapist. She furthered her studies in Reflexology and Polarity therapy with Douglas Bell at his Scottish School of Reflexology, added Kinesiology through Melanie Whitehouse, became a Reiki Master 5th lineage through Jeanette Robinson and added Kahuna Bodywork (advanced Lomi Lomi) massage to her repertoire through Rosalie Samet who brought the technique to the UK having been invited by a Kahuna Master to study Kahuna traditions herself in Hawaii for 7 years.
Chef Kevin Wagner will discuss the benefits of Cannabis and CBD for Chronic health problems, how the human body can utilize it, as well as some common safety issues.
Dr. Abdurahaman Poilan of PVA Ayurvedic Hospital in Kerala, India talks on Ayurveda and the Dosha's. How we can maintain a healthy lifestyle and how to resist disease by following an Ayurvedic lifestyle.
Jane Lawson is the Principle of Natural Approach School & Therapies. She has been a Clinical Aromatherapist for almost 30 years and a teacher for over 20 years. I'm pleased to have Jane join me today, as she is going to help us sort through what is safe and what’s not safe in the way of Essential Oils. We will discuss ingestion, contraindications and toxicity and the different grades of oils.
“Kevin is well known throughout Southwestern Nova Scotia for his exemplary foodservice, and after many years of following his own journey of natural healing now shares his extensive knowledge of holistic nutrition and healthy food preparation to help those on their own path to personal wellness.”
In this first episode of Your Daily Dose, I will give you information of how I became a Dr. of Natural Medicine, what prompted me to leave a Nursing career and begin my own Holistic Practice. I'll touch on points that we will discuss in detail in future episodes that will aid you in taking control of your own Health!