The Cardiometabolic Health Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tommy Caldwell
Cardiometabolic health is the underlying factor beneath every lifestyle-driven disease we face today. Everything from heart disease to neurological disorders to many cancers results from poor metabolic health. The good news is these illnesses are both preventable and reversible.
Join Dr. Andrew Appleton, (General Internal Medicine specialist and Assistant Professor at Western University) & Tommy Caldwell, (Bestselling author of Heavy Brain & the MetFlex-Rx Diet) as they explore best practices for losing fat, building muscle, and taking control of our health in pragmatic and actionable ways.
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss a variety of topics including: Marketing unhealthy foods to kids, how to make a genuine impact in government guidelines, and how poor sleep affects our ability to burn fat.
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Check out Tommy and Andrew's Latest "Ask Me Anything" episode. Questions asked and answered:
- What are blood tests you recommend an average person asks from their GP?
- Can you explain good carbs vs bad carbs?
- What are your thoughts on the daily recommended added sugar limits for kids?
- Do you have screen time rules for your children?
- If you could only do 3 exercises forever, what would they be?
- What’s a healthy body fat % for someone in their 40’s?
- How many meals should you eat in a day?
- What are your thoughts on the concept of blue zones?
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Andrew an Tommy discuss updated research on GLP-1 Inhibitors (Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, Mounjaro) while touching on the politics of food and the business of Big Pharma.
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It what may be a world record for the longest amount of time spent getting to 50 episodes, we've done it. In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the direction of the podcast content moving forward, share a bit about their current lifestyle approaches, and give insight into how to prioritize your health.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew cover the various psychological challenges driving the habits that leave us fat, sick, and self-loathing.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss what type of exercise requires recovery and the best techniques to ensure you're performing at your best.
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Questions asked and answered in our February AMA:
- I’m having trouble with my sleep schedule and it's affecting my morning workouts. Do you have tips for helping change/regulate sleep cycles and energy levels?
- What do you think of essential oils? My friends diffuse them because there seems to be a lot of health benefits. Does it really work or is it just a scam?
- Do you guys consider eating a protein bar a good idea? If so, is there a certain bar that you would recommend? If not, how do I up my protein?
- Can eating too much protein cause gout?
- Is a carnivore diet healthy? What vitamins and nutrients are missing?
- How do you connect oneself with more growth mindset oriented people when that’s not the norm?
- How does stress affect your ability to maintain as well as lose weight?
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Tommy and Andrew discuss best practices for fat loss, muscle gain, and performance when it comes to protein intake. They also cover the best sources, differences between Men and Women, and if they'll eat lab grown meat.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the top health trends for 2024 and why you should ignore (or rethink) most of them.
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Can you come out the other end of the Holiday Season without the guilt, shame, and weight gain that is standard this time of year? We think so. Learn Tommy and Andrew's best strategies and tactics for having a blast this year without the physical and emotional consequences.
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Women face many particular challenges as they age, from Menopause, to Osteoporosis, to significant increases in certain diseases. Tommy and Andrew discuss both the natural and medical interventions women can apply to reduce the "burden" of aging.
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In this episode, Andrew recaps the cutting-edge interventions from his most recent lifestyle medicine conference in Boston, Mass.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the rise in popularity of weight loss drugs (like Ozempic) including potential benefits, significant harms, and unknown long-term side effect profiles of the boomin drug class.
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In today's episode, Tommy and Andrew cover all things supplements including:
- Anti-Aging and Beauty
- Weight Loss
- Performance/Athletic
- General Health
They also include an audience Q and A before wrapping up. If you'd like to learn what supplements are effective, which are not, and how to better understand your individual needs, listen in.
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In todays episode, Tommy and Andrew cover some updated research on Hormone Replacement, Ozempic, and Vegan/Vegetarian Diets.
In this VIDEO episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss all things blood pressure. How to test and treat with both natural and medical interventions.
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Tommy and Andrew discuss how you can use a continuous glucose monitor to see exactly what happens in your metabolic system when you eat different foods.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss what is known as 'Lifestyle Medicine' and where Physicians, the Government, and the entire system is failing patients as well as how people are failing themselves.
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Tommy and Andrew explore strategies that push a person into action, and keep a person focused and progressing toward a difficult goal.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss the key concepts inside Peter Attia's new book, The Science and Art of Longevity.
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Testosterone (and Hormone Replacement Therapy more generally), can be a controversial topics in Men's Health. Tommy and Andrew sit down to discuss what testosterone does, how to know if you are deficient, and what steps you should take to address any negative effects you may experience as a result of aging related hormone depletion.
As noted in this week's episode, the first intake of our 12 WEEK Immersion Coaching Program is in full swing. If you'd like to get on the information waitlist for the spring intake, just email tommy@hybridfitness.ca
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Tommy and Andrew are launching a medically supervised diet, exercise, and lifestyle program that can be accessed by anyone in Ontario. Our first 12-week intake begins this spring, and we're offering the service to podcast listeners first. To get on the information list, follow this link https://forms.gle/RKQJoynKCk5yTeKU6
In this episode, Tommy and Andrew cover the contentious topic of carb restriction for weight loss and body composition changes. Are the results of various studies due to the unique benefits of carbohydrate restriction, behavioural adaptations, or just a roundabout way to cut calories?
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Tommy and Andrew are launching a medically supervised diet, exercise, and lifestyle program that can be accessed by anyone in Ontario. Our first 12-week intake begins this spring, and we're offering the service to podcast listeners first. To get on the information list, follow this link https://forms.gle/RKQJoynKCk5yTeKU6
Tommy and Andrew sit down with clinician and emergency Physician, Dr.Ashley White. Dr.White specializes in responsive eating, and approach to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle that shatters normative views on obesity and health.
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In this "Andrew Only" episode, we discuss Dr. Reichert’s approach to diabetes management and thoughts on exercise and nutrition as medicine. We also discuss the LIBERATE study, as randomized controlled trial that Dr. Reichert is leading and is currently enrolling people with Type 2 diabetes in London, Ontario. The study uses continuous glucose monitoring, fitness tracking and health coaching to better control diabetes.
Dr. Reichert’s Bio:
Dr. Sonja Reichert is a primary care physician, Associate Professor and clinical researcher in the Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, London, Ontario, Canada. She primarily works at the St. Joseph’s Primary Care Diabetes Support Program, where she has a focused practice in diabetes, as well as at the St. Joseph’s Family Medical Clinic in general family medicine.
Dr. Reichert is the current Dr. Brian W. Gilbert Research Chair (Western University) in Primary Care Research, with a focus on diabetes, multi-morbidity, and the integration of exercise as medicine into patients’ lives, all observed through the primary care lens.
Dr. Reichert has published several peer-reviewed articles and is a current contributor to the Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines. She is an award-winning teacher (Best Adjunct Non-Core Family Medicine Teacher Award from Western University) and director of Western’s PGY3 Enhanced Skills Chronic Disease Management Program. Her passion for teaching extends to a variety of students including Post Graduate (Family Physician Residents), and Graduate (Masters and Doctoral) candidates.
Dr. Reichert holds a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo, an MSc in Exercise Physiology from the University of Toronto and an MD from McMaster University.
To participate in Dr. Reichert’s LIBERATE study:
- Email: liberate@lawsonresearch.com
- Phone: 519-646-6000 ext. 67230
- Our Website: https://www.liberatediabetes.ca/
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RANDOM SHOW! Today we sit down, shoot the stool, and discuss a variety of topics- but focus in on 4 different weight loss trials.
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Tommy and Dr.Appleton sit down with Dr.Kwadwo Kyeremanteng to discuss the Governmental and Public Health response to the pandemic. They cover such topics as lockdowns, school closures, mandates, charter restrictions, blanket vaccination recommendations, and how quick citizens were to turn on one another.
If you need help controlling your diet and getting into the best shape of your life, consider purchasing one of Tommy's Books
MetFlex-Rx Diet Book: Learn what to eat, when, and why to suit your individual needs https://amzn.to/2ZUeMBm
Heavy Brain (Behaviour Change) on Audible: Get past the mental barriers that prevent healthy habits https://amzn.to/3IjqEOJ
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Dr.Kwadwo Kyeremanteng is the department head of critical care at The Ottawa Hospital.He dedicates his time to care for the sickest of the sick patients in the intensive care unit(ICU).As a researcher, he is interested in using ICU resources more efficiently and improving access to palliative care in the ICU. To help do this, he founded theResourceOptimizationNetwork, a multidisciplinary research group working to reduce health spending in this area without compromising care.In September 2019 Dr. Kyeremanteng launched his ever-growing podcast “Solving Healthcare with Kwadwo Kyeremanteng”these podcasts feature interviews and discussions on the topic of improving healthcare delivery in Canada. Underpinned by the values of cost-effectiveness, dignity, and justice, these podcasts will challenge the status quo, leaving no stone unturned as we explore gaps, assumptions, and different perspectives in the pursuit of finding solutions to problems in Canada’s healthcare system.During the COVID 19 Pandemic Dr.Kyeremanteng created ‘Solving Wellness’ a virtual health & wellness platform for health care professionals.‘Solving Wellness’ has been helping address health care burnout and providing health, fitness and self care for its members.
Rob Hegele is Distinguished University Professor of Medicine and Biochemistry, Western University, and Director of London Regional Genomics Centre at Robarts Research Institute. He holds the Jacob J. Wolfe Distinguished Medical Research Chair in Human Gene Function, and the Martha G. Blackburn Chair in Cardiovascular Research.
He cares for > 2400 patients in his lipid clinic at University Hospital. He was among the first in North America to use 5 experimental medications, of which 4 are now available for prescription (rosuvastatin, sitagliptin, lomitapide and evolocumab) to treat high cholesterol or diabetes. In addition, his patients have been among the first in Canada to use mipomersen, anacetrapib, bococizumab, evinacumab, volanesorsen, and inclisiran.
His laboratory, alone or in collaboration, discovered the molecular genetic basis of 25 human diseases. He has published > 815 papers, which have been cited > 60,000 times in the medical literature. He is listed in the ISI database of the top 1% of highly cited scientists in the world. In 2021, the website “Expertscape.com” ranked him #1 globally in the area of “hypertriglyceridemia” and #2 for “disorders of lipid metabolism.”
He has co-authored many clinical practice guidelines for cholesterol, blood pressure and diabetes, and has contributed to international guidelines on familial hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia. He has trained numerous physicians, medical students and graduate students.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew discuss strategies for having a successful 2023. Do resolutions work? What actions can you take in the New Year that will give you the highest return? Check out this episode if you're looking to make 2023 your healthiest year yet.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew mostly talk about Alzheimers Disease, from cause to potential prevention. Sprinkled into the conversation are thoughts on scientific research being corrupted, if it's better to be alive now than 100 years ago, and why the current state of Hospitals falls on the shoulders of the public.
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Dr.Appleton gives his first hand address of the viral uptick in Ontario Hospitals, including thoughts on mask mandates, medication shortages, and the history of stressed Provincial and Federal Healthcare systems.
Andrew also covers a related Instagram Q and A- questions answered are:
Why do so many children have respiratory issues right now?
Is the spike in RSV linked to lack of viral exposure due to lockdowns etc?
If we didn’t have a supply issue with fever medication, would there be the current problem in Hospital?
*How much of the hospital increase is due to hypochondria?
What are people going to the Hospital for that they could not get from a family physician- is lack of appointment availability in primary care an issue?*
Why is there a medication shortage?
What is a truly dangerous temperature for a 0-5 year old to reach?
What can parents do at home to prevent going to the hospital?
Are fevers not a mechanism for combatting infection? Is there a downside to liberal fever medication, acutely or chronically?
How bad is the nursing shortage?
Have you seen a fundamental change in the way physicians under 50 practice medicine? How and why?
Why haven’t hospitals hired back staff who were fired per vaccination policies?
Do you agree with the ongoing encouragement/pressure to vaccinate children against CV19?
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Andrew and Tommy discuss a recent study pointing to the incredible results of a workplace driven Intensive Lifestyle Management program for weight loss, fat loss, insulin resistance, and general health parameters.
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Andrew and I decided to revisit our most popular episode so far: Insulin resistance! Why is IR so widely popular, you ask? Probably because it underpins almost every chronic disease, from obesity to heart disease. Learn more about how to assess and combat Insulin Resistance in this episode.
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Today's episode is a Dr.Appleton led 'random show'. We cover a range of topics from alcohol consumption to, the benefits of bread, to Vitamin D and COVID outcomes.
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In this episode, Tommy and Andrew speak to Dr. Jesse Pewarchuk and Dr. Jasdeep Saluja of Aroga Lifestyle Medicine (uhh-row-gah). Aroga is a multi-specialty, collaborative lifestyle medicine healthcare organization created to inspire and empower patients to prevent, treat, and reverse many illnesses, and to ultimately increase their health, vitality, and joy. It's about looking at someone as a totality, listening deeply, and then ultimately helping them get back on track.
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Tommy and Dr.Appleton sit down to get his professional take on the controversial booster mandate Western University is enforcing on their students. After that they discuss a few metabolic health related items.
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Below are the questions asked and answered on our very first AMA!
- For an overweight person, if you could only choose calories or food quality to manage, which would you pick?
- Will late night eating lead to weight gain (disproportionately to daytime eating)?
- If late night eating is an issue, how do you solve it?
- Is there a form of alcohol that is better than others?
- What are your thoughts on carnivore?
- Can you ‘overtrain’, and if so, how do you know you are?
- What blood tests would you order for yourself if you could see a monthly panel.
- Any thoughts in giving blood and iron overload (especially in men)
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Tommy and Dr.Appleton review a recent Journal article that points to the unique weight loss benefits of a Mediterranean style diet. Or does it!?!?!?!
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In this episode, we sit down with the Founder of NutritionRx, Jen Broxterman. We discuss all things nutrition but shine a spotlight on the importance of driving behaviour change so healthy habits stick.
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How to Reach Jen:
- For 1-on-1 virtual Nutrition Coaching
o email: info@nutritionrx.ca
o visit:www.nutritionrx.ca
- For the PROSPER Nutrition + Business Course
o email: info@prospernc.com
o visit: www.prospernc.com
- Social Media (Jennifer Broxterman)
o Facebook: @NutritionRxCanada
o Instagram: @nutrition_rx
o LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-broxterman/
- Social Media (Prosper Nutrition Coaching)
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Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is on the rise. We sit down with Dr.Mayur Brahmania to discuss the causes and potential cures for this rapidly growing, but mostly unknown lifestyle driven disease.
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Dr.Brahmania is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Western University practicing in Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology. He completed his undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Saskatchewan and eventually moved to Toronto for training in general and transplant Hepatology at the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease. He also earned a Masters of Public Health (MPH) degree at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health in Boston, MA.
Mayur has been involved with the Choosing Wisely Canada (CWC) Locally, he is the program lead at Western for the Royal College’s STARS (Students Advocating for Resource Stewardship) campaign to develop quality improvement learning and principles for Medical Schools in Canada.
Dr. Brahmania is the current chair of the Gastroenterology Quality Improvement and Innovation Committee at Western University and currently focuses his research interests around quality improvement initiatives to advance and standardize quality of care in patients living with liver disease; He is currently Co-Director of the LHSC Healthcare Excellence Incubator, an innovative course where healthcare and IVEY business students learn together about quality improvement principles and implementation within a business framework.
In this episode, Tommy and Dr.Appleton discuss their top 10 list of foods, drinks, or products somewhat resembling food that you shouldn't ingest.
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Drugs can sound like a lot of fun and games, but nothing in medicine comes without a potential cost. Dr.Appleton reviews metabolic side effects of both over-the-counter and prescription drugs that can lead to weight gain, muscle deterioration, and other negative outcomes.
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In this episode, Tommy and Dr.Appleton review a recent study on time restricted eating and weight loss while using the study to help listeners understand the difference between 'good' and 'bad' research. The aim is to teach listeners how to navigate sensational media headlines that make bogus claims or determine when there is too much bias or corruption behind the paper's authors.
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Dr.Appleton takes over the interviewing duties and asks Tommy about all things exercise, including:
Where should you start?
How do you progress?
How do you pick a gym?
What's the difference between Zone 2, HIIT, and Resistance Training?
What's the best mix to reach your goals?
Thoughts on CrossFit.
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Tommy and Andrew discuss the benefits and problems related to caloric restriction as a means of attaining weight loss. We discuss fasting, food selection, and if a calorie is just a calorie.
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In this episode, Andrew and I discuss the politics of healthcare. We cover topics like the bureaucracy of Ontario Hospitals, financial incentives for COVID-19, the potential loss of Physician/Patient Autonomy, and the notion that Physicians profit from keeping people sick.
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If you're overweight, you're likely also Insulin Resistant. The good news is that IR is reversible under most circumstances with very simple interventions. In this episode, we cover
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What is Insulin Resistance
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How does it affect our health
-How can it be measured
-How can it be managed
- How to self-assess
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Andrew and Tommy round out the macro-nutrient trifecta by covering all things protein.
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What does protein do for our bodies
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Can too much damage our organ systems
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Is protein a driver of cancer
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What are the best sources of protein
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Animal vs Plant Protein
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How much, when, and why
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Tommy and Andrew discuss facts and fictions attached to the consumption of fat including:
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What fat does for your body
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The relationship between fat you consume and fat that ends up on your body
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The relationship between carbs and fat gain
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Good vs Bad Fat
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Cholesterol
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Meaningful metrics to test
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Dr.Andrew Appleton is currently leading the COVID-19 team at the University Hospital in London, Ontario. As such, he has ground level insight into just how bad the current Omicron surge is while giving his opinion on measures such as Lockdowns, Vaccine Mandates, and the treatment of unvaccinated citizens.
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Do carbohydrates make you fat or prevent you from reaching your weight loss goals? Are there good carbs and bad carbs? How can you navigate this confusing nutrient while trying to take control of your health through diet? Here is everything you need to know about carbohydrates from both medical and nutritional perspectives.
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You'll hear all the popular wellness industry catch-phrases this time of year: Detox, Reset, Cleanse. Can you ingest something that not only improves your body's detoxification process but also helps you lose weight and drop fat in the process? These are the topics covered by Tommy and Dr.Appleton in this episode.
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Can you indulge, enjoy, and get festive with food and drink without taking five steps back? We think so. Hear Tommy and Dr.Appleton's tips to have the best of both worlds during the holiday season, and learn whey Andrew isn't invited to Tommy's house this Christmas Season.
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In this abridged episode, Tommy recaps the key points of stress management from his conversation with Dr.Appleton in episode 4
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In the last episode of the 4 part introduction to cardiometabolic health, Dr.Appleton and Tommy discuss how stress affects our metabolic health as well as their strategies to manage anger, sadness, and anxiety. This episode also includes a brief wrap up of the intro series.
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Omicron is on the rise and making headlines in the news. Is the fear and anxiety warranted or over-blown? Dr.Appleton, a frontline Physician who was in the thick of early waves gives his perspective as Tommy asks some challenging questions.
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In this abridged episode, Tommy recaps the key points of harnessing the powerful tool of exercise.
In part 3 of the 4 part introduction to cardiometabolic health, Dr.Appleton and Tommy discuss the powerful effects of exercise.
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In this abridged episode, Tommy discusses the key dietary actions you should consider for improving cardiometabolic health.
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In Part 2 of the 4 part series on cardiometabolic health, Dr.Appleton and Tommy wrap up the sleep episode and turn to the role nutrition plays in our metabolic health.
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Abridged episodes follow full length podcast episodes and give listeners the direct action steps they can take to improve their health. In this abridged episode, Tommy covers sleep action steps.
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In the first episode of the 4 part cardiometabolic health intro series, Dr.Appleton and Tommy give a brief introduction to CMB Health and discuss why sleep is a critical factor.
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Welcome to our show! If you'd like to learn how to lose fat, increase muscle mass, and stave off lifestyle-driven disease, you've come to the right place. Learn from two professionals who have been in the trenches of health, fitness, and metabolic health for most of their adult lives.