114// COVID Misinformation: Public Service Conversation with Dr. Sajjad Fazel

Today, on the top fitness podcast, I interview Dr. Sajjad Fazel.  Dr. Sajjad Fazel is a public health researcher in the Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Department at Alberta Health Services. He is also the research director for Knight's Cabin – an NGO assisting cancer survivors to adopt a healthy lifestyle. His research focuses on three main areas; health promotion and misinformation, cancer prevention, and tobacco control. Sajjad is currently working with a team of researchers across Canada studying Covid-19 misinformation. He has been featured in major news outlets including BBC, CBC, Voice of America and Global News Radio.   Sajjad holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Manipal University, India and a Master of Public Health from Western University, Canada. This was a great episode asking how to systematically determine what information you should consume and how to alleviate fear and anxiety around this uncertain time. HERE'S THE FIRST QUESTION TO ASK: Is this information true! Far too often, people believe, share and get impacted by information that isn't event factual- and this is becoming a huge problem- especially for mental health around COVID and with minimizing the spread of the disease. To find out more about Dr. Fazel and his work, you can find him on LinkedIn    Are you feeling stuck in Quarantine with the COVID -15 or just feel out control and just don't know how to start practicing self care through this unprecedented time? If you answered yes, then join us for five weeks to regain your vibrant self through exercise, nourishing foods and shifting your mindset, at https://catherinetanaka.com/projectyou   Subscribe Apple | Google |  iHeart Partners Four Sigmatic: boost your overall wellness and immune function easily with functional mushrooms. Use Four Sigmatic's Mushroom coffee Mix for incredible gut health but the best morning java you could get! GO TO: https://foursigmatic.com and use code BODYPROJECT to get your discount today!   Age Quencher:  Looking for an incredible way to supplement your health and fitness goals? Use Age Quenchers REJUVENATE for incredible lactose-free, whey protein for supporting lean muscle mass, and use the HYDRATE electrolyte to support your hydration and therefore your fat flushing potential! Save 15% with  CODE: FIT www.agequencher.com