043: How to Sleep Better, Stress Less, and Strengthen Your Immune System Naturally with Caroline Farquhar, CanPrev

Are you tired of tossing and turning, waking up groggy, or feeling run-down every cold season?In this episode of Talk to Vicky, I sit down with Caroline Farquhar, Medical Advisor at CanPrev, to explore how stress, sleep, and immunity are deeply connected – and what you can do about it naturally.In this episode:Why good sleep is your immune system’s best defenseThe power of “VU Breathing” to calm stress instantlyThe difference between Sleep Reset and Sleep Restore by CanPrevNatural solutions like magnesium, ashwagandha, and reishi mushroomsHow to balance stress hormones with Adrenal Chill and GABA + L-TheanineHow mushrooms like reishi and turkey tail strengthen your immune systemDetails on CanPrev’s 20-year anniversary contest – Flip the Lid – for a chance to win up to $500 in productsIf you want to sleep deeper, stress less, and boost your body’s natural defenses this winter, this conversation is for you.Listen now and discover how small habits can transform your energy, mood, and overall wellness – naturally.#TalkToVicky #CanPrev #SleepBetterNaturally #StressReliefTips #ImmuneSupport #HolisticHealth #WomenWellness #NaturalSupplements #ReishiMushroom #MagnesiumForSleep #AshwagandhaBenefits #CanadianWellness #HolisticNutrition #PodcastForHealth #WinterWellnessWe talk about:00:00 Introduction03:00 Sleep and seasonal transitions07:00 The truth about sleep hygiene08:30 Nighttime rituals and natural sleep support10:00 How stress impacts sleep and immunity11:00 The “VU Breathing” exercise for instant calm13:00 Herbs and supplements for stress relief15:00 GABA vs L-Theanine explained16:00 Immune system support and Cold Pro formula18:00 Mushrooms and immunity – Reishi, Cordyceps, and more21:00 Sugar, alcohol, and immune health22:00 CanPrev’s 20-year anniversary promotion: Flip the LidGrab Your Free Handout: A Guide to Clearer Thinking, 10 Powerful Factors Enhancing Brain Healthhttps://vicky-hachey.mykajabi.com/tipsGrab Your Free Handout: Take Back Your Sleep, So You Can Take Back Your Day:https://vicky-hachey.mykajabi.com/get-to-sleep-stay-asleepCheck out my Memory Method LifeStyle Program: https://vicky-hachey.mykajabi.com/memory-method-programSign up for the Loving Your Liver Program https://vicky-hachey.mykajabi.com/loving-your-liver-to-keep-your-brain-happyConnect with CarolineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canprev Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canprev https://canprev.ca The Flip the Silver Cap contest celebrates CanPrev's 20th anniversary by giving you a chance to win a $500 prize pack of CanPrev products. To enter, buy a specially marked bottle of CanPrev Magnesium Bis-Glycinate 200 Gentle (120 capsules) at a Canadian health food store. Open the bottle and check under the cap; if you see "You’re a winner" with a QR code, scan it to claim your prize. No purchase? No problem! You can enter by sending a short handwritten essay (100 words) about "What CanPrev means to you" by mail. The contest runs from August 15, 2025, to February 16, 2026. Good luck!Connect with VickyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talktovickyrhn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Intentnutrition  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicky-h-93307334/Website: https://vickyhachey.com/ How to order products:  www.goodhealthmarthamilton.com  DISCLAIMER:  As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, my job is to promote personal awareness and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose diseases or treatments.You must see a medical professional for a diagnosis or treatment.This Podcast is brought to you by VOLT Productions (www.voltproductions.co).