Eat This With Lianne: The Vagus Nerve (EP 86)

With so much information floating around us, through the internet and social media platforms...how does one decipher what's real? what's wrong? what's a fad? or worse...what's dangerous?  It's not like we're dealing with our health and well-being here? ...wait?! Hence why we have gathered up some of your concerns and questions for our own resident "smarty pants" and Functional Medical Expert...highly educated...and highly respected in his field...and ours.  Join us as we welcome back Dr. Davis Brockenshire, or more affectionately known...Dr "B" as he answers those questions, dispels some of the the misinformation out there, and helps us all build towards felling better. 

After recently going through her own minor surgery procedure, Lianne realized what a process it is and the fact there are so many supportive ways of getting through it – both physically and mentally. From the supplements you take to the food you eat, every little decision you make can really make a difference in how you bounce back from what can be a very draining situation. And that drain will affect everything from your mental status to your physical abilities...to the loved ones around you.  On this episode of Eat This with Lianne, we'll discuss pre- and post-surgery and, hopefully, a whole lot of helpful conversation. Join us! Nutritional Support and Supplements Post-surgery, keep these supplements handy: Bio Boost: A probiotic to support your gut microbiome and immunity. Alka C: Helps with healing and constipation (from meds) and contains zinc for wound healing and immunity. NAC: Helps with detoxification. Collagen Liquid Enhanced and Skin Boost superfood powder: For internal and external skin repair. Digestive enzymes and Bio A Curcumin: To aid digestion and support as an anti-inflammatory. Sunshine D3+K2: Vitamin D3 has been shown to be useful for better surgical outcomes and Arnica Montana 30C: To manage inflammation and pain.    

In our continuing quest to understand health at a deeper level and think outside the boundaries of FOOD—while we believe food is the foundation of good health—there is a limit. Think of it as the combination, or synergy, of good food choices and other incredible ideas and ways to think about health, as The Human Garage does.  About eight months ago, Lianne started following The Human Garage on social media and committed to trying some of their fascial maneuvers to better understand her body and, in turn, better health.  On this episode of Eat This with Lianne, we have invited the co-founder of The Human Garage, Garry Lineham, to explain the "F" is fascia and how this has the potential to impact your overall health and lifestyle moving forward. Join us!

After several recent compliments of Lianne's salads being the "best ever"! What makes them so good? We believe its the EXTRAS. The extra sprinkle here or there that takes a normal salad to a 'super nutritious' side and start to a nutrient packed meal. Amping up your meal with amazing flavour, we are maximizing the nutrients on your plate and what goes into our bodies! On this episode of Eat This with Lianne, we focus on "maximizing" your meal...throwing in extra greens...nutrients...you name it. Not only does it make things taste better but it improves our fibre intake and in turn our stomachs micro-biome.

After going to see her local medical doctor the other day (a RARE occurrence indeed), Lianne came away with the realization of the many restrictions of our Canadian medical system, the restrictions levied on our medical professionals, making it difficult to get all the answers you seek about your overall health.  Over the past few weeks, we have received many questions from our lovely, loyal listeners about optimizing health and well-being, hair loss, rosacea, AND SO MUCH MORE! On this episode of Eat This with Lianne, we have invited our favourite Functional Medicine Expert back to help us, help you... to answer your questions from the mind of a brilliant man with a 'patient-first' mentality! Join us!!

Hydrogen Enriched Water?!! H2O...H2O...H??? H3O...??? Isn't there already Hydrogen in water? Yes, but this water and its benefits as an antioxidant are different. Is it better? Does it truly help you and your body the way the data states? And most importantly...how does it taste?  We've invited Canada's own "Waterboy" on the show to tell his story and help us delve deep into this world of hydrogen-enriched water. So, before you turn on the hose and grab a sip...listen in, and let's learn together. For all Shayne's details, the 20% off promo code and show notes, head to liannephillipson.com Join us!

Hello 20-24...its great to meet you! A new year for opportunity, possibility...with everything INCLUDING your health! This year we want to be more intentional. A recent post first theres an intention...then there's a behaviour...then, it becomes a habit...then, a practice...then second nature...then, it's simply WHO YOU ARE. So let's talk 'INTENTIONS". How will you be intentional? Will those intentions be in how you feed your body? How you treat your body? How you treat you mental health? There are so many aspects to our lives we could go in many directions. For now, lets just choose ONE. One new step...one new mouthful... Join us and lets talk about it!  

As we round out 2023, looking back we reflect on what was talked about, what we learned, and what moved the needle to better health! As we approach 200 episodes, theres a tonne of information, suggestions, tricks, tips, and expert advice to sort through...its never a bad idea to stop and filter through some of our favourite moments, whether they be funny, emotional, or just full of great information. So, on this episode of Eat This with Lianne, join us as we look back at some highlights full of healthy habits, bell laughs and even a few tears!  

If your think of a 'Hallmark' card, it sets us up to think the holidays are this perfect picture of peace, love, and joy! and YES, those things are there...but may be buried beneath the CHAOS and gluttony of frenzied family get togethers, over-indulgent office parties, and so much more. The holidays can be a stressful and bloated mess! BUT they don't have to be.  Lets all take a deep breath, and join the conversation. On this weeks episode of Eat This with Lianne, we'll talk our way through ideas and options to help bury the bloat and ease the stress of this time of year by the food we eat, and the preperations and choices we make before, during, and after the first stocking is hung! Join us!

As the weeks go by, the questions keep coming in... Dr Davis Brockenshire has quickly become the 'must listen to' podcast of the month! And you are taking full advantage of the access and abundant knowledge being offered by one of North America's premier brains. This week, we pick that ample garden of answers for helpful information on broken bones, proper pooping, milk of the camel variety...and so much MORE! Show notes and more about Dr. B is on liannephillipson.com Join us!