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Alternative Food Network Archives
by Alternative Food Network
The Alternative Food Network Archive episodes are early podcasts from when we started talking about topics related to food and health. If you'd like to hear our more recent podcasts, search Alternative Food Network or our series, "Plant Based Diet" and "Doctors+".
Episodes
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What is Lifestyle Medicine: An Interview with Dr. Dexter Shurney (Doctors+)
Is there a better way to prevent and treat chronic diseases? The concept of lifestyle medicine is explored in this episode with renowned lifestyle medicine expert Dexter Shurney, MD, MBA, MPH, FACLM. We discuss how lifestyle medicine approaches can improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare…
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Integrating Ayurveda Into Modern Medicine with Dr. Sheila Patel (Doctors+)
Dr. Falquier has the privilege of interviewing Dr. Sheila Patel, a board certified family physician and an expert in Ayurveda who has served as Chief Medical Officer for Chopra Global. Dr. Patel shares her insights into Ayurveda, how it promotes well-being and balance, and delves into the concept...
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Nutrition for Healthier Skin with Dr. Phillip Lee (Doctors+)
In this episode, dermatologist Phillip Lee, MD, chats with Dr. Falquier how the foods we put into our bodies can affect our skin. They discuss the different foods that can help promote better skin health, as well as lifestyle changes you can make to prevent skin problems from occurring. Topics...
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Integrative Strategies for Lung Care: A Conversation with Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang (Doctors+)
Pulmonologist and integrative medicine practitioner, Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang, discusses various lung issues such as asthma, COPD, lung cancer, and what to eat & drink to improve respiratory function, including for Covid and flu. She explains current medical literature about integrative lung care, and...
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Dietary Therapies for Diabetes with Catherine Chan, PhD (Doctors+)
Diabetes is a serious condition that can have a major impact on a person’s health and quality of life. But it’s not all bad news. In this episode, Dr. Falquier discusses with Catherine Chan, PhD, lifestyle changes and patterns of eating that have been shown to lower risk and benefit people with...
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Integrative Psychiatry with Dr. Nishi Bhopal: Tools to Achieve Optimal Mental Health (Doctors+)
Dr. Nishi Bhopal, a board certified expert in Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine, and Integrative Holistic Medicine, explains what integrative psychiatry is and how it can be used to treat mental health issues such as depression. She provides insights on how to integrate different treatment approaches...
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Fasting for Health and Longevity with Dr. Joseph Antoun (Doctors+)
This episode delves into the fascinating world of fasting for health and longevity. Fasting has been practiced for centuries across various cultures and religions but recent scientific research has shed light on its potential for longevity and increasing healthspan. Dr. Joseph Antoun, CEO of...
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How to Reduce Brain Disease Risk & Optimize Brain Health with Dr. Annie Fenn (Doctors+)
Is Alzheimer’s genetic? Dr. Annie Fenn, founder of the Brain Health Kitchen, joins Dr. Falquier to discuss the role genetics plays in Alzheimer’s disease, as well as strategies and lifestyle changes that can help reduce the risk of developing this devastating brain disease. Tune in to learn how…
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No to Dieting and Yes to Appetite Literacy with Dr. Ashley White (Doctors+)
“As someone who has tried every diet there is to be tried, I can attest to the fact that diets do not work. Diets do not uncover the psychology behind every individual’s eating experience, and do not consider each person’s unique genetic makeup.” - Dr. Ashley White Whether you’re struggling with...
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Pediatric Gastroenterology: Using Food as Therapy with Dr. M. Mascarenhas (Doctors+)
Dr. Maria R. Mascarenhas is back to discuss: 1. The difference between Irritable Bowel Syndrome & Inflammatory Bowel Disease 2. The difference between Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance 3. Drugs v. dietary changes to treat gastro issues. In this episode you'll hear: 1:30 – What are common...
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Child Nutrition with Dr. Maria Mascarenhas: Are we moving forward or backward? (Doctors+)
If you’ve got kids, this is a must listen! Do you know how many calories your child needs each day, and from where they should be getting them? In this interview with pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Maria Mascarenhas, you will learn: 1. The importance of quality and quantity when it comes to…
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What to Eat During Chemotherapy to Reduce Side Effects & Optimize Efficacy (Doctors+)
“The role of nutrition is really important in maintaining good health and maintaining the immune system. It’s part of the holistic part of treatment of the cancer.” Ben Chue, M.D. If you or someone you know is undergoing chemotherapy, don’t miss Dr. Falquier’s interview about the role of diet...
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Breathing Easy: Safeguarding Your Health During Wildfires with Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang (Doctors+)
Wildfires are increasing in frequency. Help protect your health with valuable insights, practical tips and expert guidance in this episode. Pulmonologist Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang discusses the various health risks associated with wildfires and shares practical strategies to mitigate their impact on our...
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Summary of Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health: What You Need to Know (Doctors+)
The more alcohol you drink per week, the higher the risks according to Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health. In this episode, Dr. Sabrina Falquier provides a quick summary of the new Guidance, including the risks associated with number of drinks consumed per week. For more on alcohol and brain...
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How to Find Reliable Health Information (Doctors+)
Are you looking for reliable health information online, but not sure where to start? In this episode, two physicians discuss how to find credible sources of health information, so you can make more informed decisions about your own health. They cover tips for identifying reputable sources and...
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A chat with Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS (Doctors+)
“Delicious and fantastic for your body can and should come together,” says culinary medicine physician and new host of Doctors+ Premium, Dr. Sabrina Falquier. In this episode, Esther Garfin, founder of Alternative Food Network, chats with Dr. Falquier about her new role as host and the benefits…
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Perimenopause and Menopause: What to Expect
What’s the difference between premenopause, perimenopause and menopause? Shifting hormones during these stages can have a broad impact on home and work life, and it's time to stop brushing symptoms under the rug. In this episode, Drs. Susan Baumgaertel and Sabrina Falquier discuss what to expect...
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Health Benefits of Spices with Drs. S. Falquier and L. Shiue (Doctors+)
In this 13-minute episode of Doctors+ excerpted from a livestream cooking class, Dr. Sabrina Falquier and cookbook author Dr. Linda Shiue, both physicians and culinary medicine experts, discuss the health benefits of various spices. In this episode you’ll hear: 2:00 - Should you take spices as a...
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What is Culinary Medicine? (Doctors+)
In the conversation about food, nutrition and food as medicine, there is an emerging evidence-based field of medicine called culinary medicine. In this 7-minute episode, Drs. Linda Shiue and Sabrina Falquier, both medical doctors who are culinary medicine experts, explain what culinary medicine…
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Heart Disease: Prevention and Reversal with Diet with Dr. J. Kahn and C. Arnston (Doctors+)
Diet matters in heart disease says Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, FACC, also known as “America’s Healthy Heart Doc”, who is interviewed in this episode. A practicing cardiologist, professor, author and the first physician in the world to certify in metabolic cardiology, Dr. Kahn discusses the role of diet in...
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Professional Conduct of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Physicians (Doctors+)
Regulation of healthcare professions helps to provide health services to the public that are professional, safe and ethical. Should all physicians be governed by similar professional conduct rules? In this episode, integrative medicine consultant, Dr. Esther Konigsberg, and health law lawyer…
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Mediterranean Diet: A Culinary Physician’s Perspective with Dr. S. Falquier (Doctors+)
If you’re a foodie who’s into health, this episode is a must listen. Imagine going to your doctor’s office and participating in a cooking class with the doctor that’s covered by insurance! Our guest in this episode does just that. Dr. Sabrina Falquier Montgrain, MD, is a primary care physician…
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COVID Recovery: What To Eat And Drink with Dr. E. Konigsberg (Doctors+)
What should you be eating and drinking if you’re recovering from COVID-19? Unfortunately, many COVID patients or “long haulers” continue to have lingering symptoms. In this episode, returning guest and Integrative Medicine Consultant Dr. Esther Konigsberg, MD, provides credible tips on fighting...
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Stomach Problems and Diet with Dr. M. Singh (Doctors+)
If you suffer from stomach pain or other gastrointestinal disorders, you won’t want to miss this episode with one of the only integrative gastroenterologists in the United States, Dr. Marvin Singh, MD. He explains the idea of personalized medicine, and how our genes and what we eat interact,...
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The Hormone-Food Connection with Dr. K. Dunston (Doctors+)
Are you suffering from hormonal imbalance and would you even know if you were? From diabetes and weight gain to infertility and moodiness, hormonal imbalance can cause many health problems for both men and women. In this episode, Dr. Kyrin Dunston MD, a board certified Obgyn and Functional…
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The Role of Nutrition in Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Chronic Disease with Dr. M. Litman (Doctors+)
Think back to biology 101 when you learned that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell. These mitochondria need nutrients to function properly or else chronic disease can result, according Dr. Mel Litman MD, a family physician whose practice follows the principles of orthomolecular medicine....
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Food & Mood (Part 2) with Dr. L. Plowright (Doctors+)
In part 2 of our interview with Integrative Psychiatrist Dr. Linda Plowright, we continue the conversation about the role of diet in creating healthy brain cells. Dr. Plowright discusses the importance of certain vitamins and minerals, whether a good diet can increase the efficacy of certain...
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Food & Mood (Part 1) with Dr. L. Plowright (Doctors+)
Can your diet affect your mental health? In part 1 of a 2 part interview, Integrative Psychiatrist Dr. Linda Plowright, MD discusses how nutrition plays a role in the treatment of mental illness. Dr. Plowright shares scientific research on the connection between inflammation and psychiatric…
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Dental Emergencies & Other Dental Problems During COVID-19 with Dr. Y. Lenga (Doctors+)
What should you do if you have a dental problem during the COVID pandemic? In this episode, Dr. Y. Lenga, DDS, MSC, FRCDC, DIP discusses what people can do if an emergency or non-emergency dental problem arises. He discusses infection prevention from his perspective as a dentist and provides food...
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Foods That Boost Immune System with Dr. E. Konigsberg (Doctors+)
What can you do to strengthen your immune system? At the time of the recording of this podcast, there is an outbreak of the coronavirus called COVID-19. In this episode of Doctors+, Dr. Esther Konigsberg, MD CCFP, discusses integrative strategies to boost the immune system. You’ll learn about…
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Gut-Brain Axis with Dr. S. Rattan (Doctors+)
The connection between the gut and the brain is fascinating! In this episode, Dr. Simran Rattan, MD, an integrative medicine physician, integrative health coach, meditation coach and tai chi instructor, explains the gut-brain axis and how inflammation, mental health and chronic disease fit in....
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Organic and Other Health Food Terms Explained (Doctors+)
Are you confused by some of the health food terms you hear about or read on labels such as 'Non-GMO', 'All Natural' or 'Superfood'? This podcast explains these 10 commonly used health food words: 0:40 - Non-GMO 2:00 - All Natural 2:35 - Superfood 5:15 - Grass Fed 6:00 - Grass Finished 6:30…
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Food Poisoning, Parasites and Food Safety with Dr. A. Salomon (Doctors+)
What can you do to prevent foodborne illness? How long does food poisoning last? In this episode of Doctors+, Dr. Ashley Salomon, M.D., discusses what foodborne illness is and how to avoid it both at home and while travelling.
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Toxic Heavy Metals in Food & Water with Dr. A. Salomon (Doctors+)
What are heavy metals and why are they in our food? In this episode Dr. Ashley Salomon, MD, provides examples of toxic heavy metals, the big food offenders, and the symptoms and illnesses associated with heavy metal exposure. You’ll learn what foods can protect us plus hear about some great...
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The Role of Food & Nutrition in Integrative Medicine with Dr. E. Konigsberg Part 2 (Doctors+)
This is Part II of AFN’s interview with Dr. Esther Konigsberg, MD CCFP, where she discusses the role of food and nutrition in integrative medicine versus western medicine. While food and nutrition are often discussed in the context of maintaining general good health, what about food as medicine?…
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What Is Integrative Medicine with Dr. E. Konigsberg Part I (Doctors+)
This is Part I of AFN’s interview with integrative medicine consultant Dr. Esther Konigsberg, MD CCFP. Dr. Konigsberg, whose teachers and mentors include Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Andrew Weil, explains what integrative medicine is, why patients seek it out and how it fits in with an overall...
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How To Plan A Party For Guests With Food Allergies
Event and party planning can feel overwhelming, especially if there are guests with food restrictions. From wedding receptions to conferences to birthday parties, what can you do to keep your guests safe? What is the role of the guest in communicating their food needs? What should parents of...
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The Health Effects of Cannabis
If you’re interested in a primer about the health benefits and risks of cannabis, this is a podcast not to be missed. Host Tanya Allen interviews Dr. Danial Schecter, MD, a practicing family physician and co-founder of the Canabo Medical Clinic, and Stephanie Karasick, Founder & Chief Creative...
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The Emotional Side of Food Allergies
What is the emotional impact of living with food allergies? What are some coping strategies? In this podcast, registered dietician Ahuva Magder, and Natalie Rhone, Founder of the organization No Nuts 4 Me, discuss various emotional concerns for children and adults ranging from anxiety to bullying...
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Top 10 Foods to Eat When Pregnant
It might seem obvious that maintaining a healthy diet during pregnancy is important. But, when those cravings and aversions set in or if you’re nauseous all the time, it may be challenging to get those additional nutrients, vitamins and minerals into your body. Also, while you may know in theory...
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Sports Nutrition & Supplements: An Olympic Athlete's Story
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, this podcast will help to increase awareness of how to best fuel your body. Dr. Audrey interviews Olympic figure skater and vegan athlete Meagan Duhamel about the role of proper nutrition for both youth and adults in sport training and...
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Top 10 Foods to Increase Sex Drive
Let’s cut to the chase – how’s your sex drive? Have you been wondering, “How do I improve my sex life?” Science shows it’s very common for libido to decrease as one ages. Food has often been used to increase performance and sexual desire in both men and women and in this podcast, Dr. Audrey talks...
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Cannabis Legalization and Edibles
Are you a bit confused about the legal landscape regarding cannabis? Whether you are interested in producing, distributing or selling it or simply are curious about edibles, this podcast is for you. Joining the podcast is Carlo Di Carlo, an associate at Stockwoods LLP, and John-David Belfontaine,...
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Food For Brain Health At Any Age
No matter your age, it’s never too early or too late to start eating to support your brain function. In this podcast, Dr. Carol Greenwood, Ph.D., joins Dr. Audrey Sasson, ND, to discuss what foods we should be eating for brain health, what age should we start and whether we can actually repair…
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Top 10 Immune Boosting Foods For Cold & Flu
Did you know that oregano has 4x the antioxidant properties of blueberries? What are the best foods to eat when sick? If you are suffering from a cold or flu, you want relief. Even better, you want to avoid getting sick in the first place. In this podcast, hear Dr. Audrey’s top 10 list of...
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Inflammation-Food Connection
What is inflammation and is there a really a connection between food and chronic inflammation in our body? Are there inflammation-fighting foods? In this podcast, Dr. Audrey Sasson, ND, discusses what people can do about inflammation in the context of their diet. Some topics discussed are...
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How Different Foods Affect Sleep
Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Achieving quality sleep is essential for your well-being. This podcast discusses the importance of sleep for both adults and children, and how food can facilitate or hinder a good night's sleep. Hear great tips from Dr. Audrey Sasson, ND…
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Gluten-Free School & Camp Lunches
Help! My child can’t have gluten. This episode discusses what is gluten and what it can do to the body if a person is sensitive to gluten or has celiac disease. Alternative Food Network's guest Dr. Audrey Sasson, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, presents great substitution ideas for…
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Nutritious School & Camp Lunches
Are you struggling making lunches for your kids? What should kids have for lunch and snacks to have a well-balanced diet? How do you get your picky eater to eat? How bad are sugar sweetened drinks for kids? What are alternatives to white sugar for baking? Tune in to find out some great…
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The Alternative Food Network Archive episodes are early podcasts from when we started talking about topics related to food and health. If you'd like to hear our more recent podcasts, search Alternative Food Network or our series, "Plant Based Diet" and "Doctors+".
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