Best Health Promotion Team Edmonton Podcasts (2024)

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What Dental Can Teach Us About Workplace Wellness! 19:23

1M ago19:23

19:23

When you think about going to Dental at CFB Edmonton, you might be thinking about the last time you flossed or how it's time to get that cavity filled or for that root canal. But when you're there, do you notice anything...different? We did. When my colleagues in Health Promotion came back from a meeting there, they were singing the praises of the …

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Social Work/Addictions/Sleep and more! 37:55

3M ago37:55

37:55

It's March meaning that there are many themes happening - Nutrition Month which we've covered before, but it's also Social Work month, Addictions month, Neurodiversity month and I want to talk about all of them, as well as throw in some props for Sleep. Christie Mellan, Addictions Counsellor and Social Worker from CAF Health Services joins me to ta…

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Living and Leading with Heart and Conquering Mountain Ram 36:09

3M ago36:09

36:09

When you think about Mountain Ram - what comes to mind? Grit, determination, a never give up attitude? These are things that our guest on this episode has in spades, but she also has some really great common sense approaches not only to how you can finish Mountain Ram, not once, but 6 times, but also how those same principles can help you be health…

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Do You Know When to Fold 'Em? Mental Health and You. 36:55

4M ago36:55

36:55

How do you define mental health? Mental Fitness? Resilience? Do you know when to fold 'em and when to run - and I'm not talking about if you've got nothing but a pair here? Mental Health is more than a buzz word, but are we really getting the message and doing what we need to do to be there, offer help, know where to go for help or perhaps hardest …

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Seasons Greetings and an Oops! 1:40

5M ago1:40

1:40

Sorry folks - things happen and we weren't able to get the December episode recorded. But fear not - we will be back in January with a slightly modified version! Seasons greetings from all of us in Health Promotion, can't wait to get back out there with more great information about anything and everything as it pertains to health! Cheers! Thanks fo…

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Messes - Then and Now 47:30

6M ago47:30

47:30

Think you know about messes? Do you go? Do you avoid going? Why? What is the history, why do they exist? How have they changed? What do they offer? These and many more questions are answered by my two amazing guests, Dawn DeCosse, Edmonton Garrison Officer's Mess Manager (EGOM), and Maj JP Wright, PMC of the EGOM. It's an interesting and insightful…

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Healthy Relationships: The Campaign and the Tools to Help Get you There 18:31

8M ago18:31

18:31

The Healthy Relationships Campaign kicks off the 16th til the 27th so we are talking with the MFRC to learn more about their role in the campaign, how they can help you navigate the challenges of keeping your relationship in the green or dealing with it when things may be shifting to those "other colours " (yellow, orange or red). Ang Vidic gives u…

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Truth and Reconciliation - with MCpl P George 28:40

8M ago28:40

28:40

On this first episode of Season 7, we are honoured to discuss the challenges and steps that we all need to take to move towards a place of Truth and Reconciliation as we approach the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. MCpl Phoenix George of LdSH(RC) speaks about what the day means, both generally and to her personally, her role as th…

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Trailer Season7 0:58

8M ago0:58

0:58

It's Season 7 of the Food For Thought podcast - the healthiest podcast on the Internet, and it's going to be a good one. We've got co-chairs, we've got SISIP, we've got PMC's and hopefully a whole lot more! We're excited to be talking to more CAF members to get their insights into a variety of topics, and some more experts in their fields to help s…

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Concussions - Occupational Therapy and Nutrition Interventions (and more!) 1:03:15

11M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

So concussions...what's the deal with them? How do you know you have one, what would the symptoms look or feel like? What is available to help you? If you have ever asked yourself these questions, or even if you haven't, this is an episode worth listening to because it will arm you with what you need to know in the event you or someone you know doe…

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Building Healthy Habits - June Project 30 Challenge 42:45

12M ago42:45

42:45

We've all tried to start something new, and a lot of times we either lack that kick in the pants to actually get going, or we are gung ho at first and then things go off the rails somehow. We know how important it is to have good habits - that will keep us healthy, make sure that we pay our taxes on time or remember to take out the garbage (sometim…

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Move For Mental Health in the CAF 53:12

1y ago53:12

53:12

In this (longer than usual) episode we hear from two experienced CAF members who between the 2 of them have 14 tours and years and years of experience both military and life. We talk about men and mental health, not because there aren't women in the military or because women don't have mental health challenges, but because men tend to be more resis…

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Compassion versus Empathy - What's the difference and why it matters? 42:46

1y ago42:46

42:46

It's Mental Health week, so what better way to celebrate, than to talk about talking to others to help them? But when we do that, what are we tapping into? Compassion, empathy, sympathy? Does it matter? Join us this week as we talk to our very special guest, a Chaplain with the CAF, right here in Edmonton (it's a surprise who it is - you'll just ha…

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The Healing Power of Nature 18:32

1y ago18:32

18:32

If you've ever been outside after a bad day and felt better by virtue of just where you found yourself, then you have experienced the healing power of nature. Join Nicole and I as we talk about all things nature in this episode as Nicole shares what she learned about how much of a positive impact nature can have on our overall wellbeing. As we are …

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Mythbusters 2.0 23:52

1y ago23:52

23:52

When you stop to think about the sheer volume of gimmicks and fads that are out there, it is a wonder there are people eating real food at all...unless it's clean...whatever that means. What are you hearing about or seeing in your various feeds? In this episode we tackle some of the things that we've been hearing a lot about lately, but that sadly,…

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Pre-Workout Supplements: What's the Buzz About? 16:10

1y ago16:10

16:10

So you're thinking about using a Pre-Workout Supplement, or maybe you already are and you have some questions. What are they, what's in them, what are they actually doing or supposed to be doing? These are good questions to be asking, and really, ones that should be asked any time someone tells you that you "should" be buying something. We should a…

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Meal Planning 39:39

1y ago39:39

39:39

Meal Planning - it can be a daunting thing to consider. How do you start, what do you include, is there a "right" way to do it? These questions and more will be answered in this episode as we dive into Meal Planning with Base Dietitian Cheryl Nickurak. We'll look at simple ways to start, how to make the most of canned goods that doesn't rely on Top…

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The Heart and Mind Connection 20:48

1+ y ago20:48

20:48

When we think about a person who has had a heart event of some kind, we often think about the things that they have to do for their rehab and recovery in terms of the physical things. Changing their diets, changing what they do for or how often they participate in physical activity. But what about the effect of such an event on our minds, on our me…

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Self-Care: What it is, what it isn't and how to do it. 33:55

1+ y ago33:55

33:55

Self-care is perhaps more in vogue now than it has ever been, but it is still something that can cause some confusion, misgivings and in many cases even a sense of guilt - both for doing it and not doing it. So in this episode we tackle why we all need self-care, what it is, what it is sometimes confused for and how to do it in a way that is manage…

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How to Help a Buddy: The Power of Conversation 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

When was the last time you had a deep and meaningful conversation with someone? When was the last time you just shot the breeze and talked about anything that came to mind? Who are the people that you had those discussions with? Is this the norm? Or was it unusual? We all fit on a broad spectrum of people who talk to one another (or ourselves) all …

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Surviving the Holidays - Staying on Track with Wellness 19:54

1+ y ago19:54

19:54

It's a wrap - Season 5 concludes with a look at what we can do to keep our wellness top of mind even as we try to find the time to unwind, recharge and enjoy this time of year. It can be stressful for people so finding ways to continue doing the "right things" but maybe in a way that is a bit more flexible is key to being able to tackle the New Yea…

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Warming Up and Cooling Down - Waste of Time or an Investment? 49:54

1+ y ago49:54

49:54

If you would prefer to just jump right into your workout and get into it, you are not alone. There are many people who don't give warming up the props it deserves. And if you'd rather hit the shower and grab some grub after your workout, you are again, not along. Lack of time, too many pressing priorities and a lack of understanding of why these tw…

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The Truth About Protein 20:52

1+ y ago20:52

20:52

People LOVE their protein. Whether it's Alberta steaks the size of your head or a big plate of chicken wings (not really that much protein there by the by) or a protein shake at some time in your day, it has an almost mystical quality to it. It's as though the angels sing when proponents of protein wax poetic about it. But alas, it's just not all t…

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How do you Define Success? 10:17

1+ y ago10:17

10:17

Hello listeners - this is just a short and quick monopod as we are struggling with the onset of cold and flu season. So we are a little short-handed, but I wanted to make sure that we had something to deliver to the airwaves so I'm talking about success...what does it mean in the context of performance and the topics that we have been discussing th…

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To Carbo-load or Not to Carbo-load...That is the Question! 43:39

1+ y ago43:39

43:39

It's hard to say exactly when the idea of carbohydrate loading really, solidly took off and when it might have started to either wane in popularity or that people realized that there are specific circumstances in which it is truly helpful. Join us as we discuss the history, the rationale, the merits and the caveats that are part and parcel of this,…

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Sleep and Performance 25:52

1+ y ago25:52

25:52

When even Peter Mansbridge is talking about the importance of sleep, you know it has to be serious. Join Nicole and Charissa as they tackle the question of role of sleep on performance and keep listening as they go over tips that anyone could benefit from whether it's to help them achieve that next level in their fitness journey or simply to get th…

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Caffeine, Taurine and Guarana - Oh My! 24:07

1+ y ago24:07

24:07

Energy drinks - it's hard to know how many people drink them, but it's a safe bet to say that it's a lot. Seeing as how there are always 2 for some dollar amount deals at your gas station or convenience store, the marketing is working and people are snapping them up like hotcakes, or in this case, canned-pick-me-ups! In my university days, there we…

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The Mediocre Middle - Too hard, too easy, just right??? 47:58

1+ y ago47:58

47:58

The mediocre middle. What is it? How do we get there? Should we avoid it and if so why? And how? All these questions and so much more will be answered as Jeremy and I kick off Season 5 of the Food for Thought podcast with a look at how we workout in a way that might inadvertently lead us down the garden path where we don't actually want to go. How …

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Season 5 Trailer 1:27

1+ y ago1:27

1:27

We're baa-aaack! After a delightful summer break we are going to be back bringing you all things health - and in this season we're kickin' old school - well back to where we began by refocusing on nutrition - specifically as it relates to those love 'em or hate 'em macronutrients, training in a way that will help you avoid or at least be aware of w…

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The Power of Dialogue 39:19

2y ago39:19

39:19

When do you feel like a relationship is being negatively impacted because of an impasse you find yourself at? Why are you at an impasse? Is it because you have both dug in your heels and you refuse to budge? The proverbial line in the sand has been drawn? Why is there no progress, no middle ground, no resolution? Tune in to this final episode of Se…

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Respect and Making Room for Diversity and Inclusion 21:43

2y ago21:43

21:43

We talk a lot about respect in our workshops, as part of Respect in the CAF, when we talk about creating an environment in the classroom that will be conducive to learning, so please let's be respectful of one another, our opinions, viewpoints and stories that are shared. But what I think we might still be missing the mark on is the very real issue…

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What's the Deal with ANGER?!?! 27:40

2y ago27:40

27:40

It might also have been aptly titled, 'why are you so angry?' but the fact is that anger is something that we have all experienced, in many quarters seems to be at an all time high and is something that a lot of people are uncomfortable with - either because they are on the receiving end of unjustified or ill-communicated anger, or are not super st…

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Active Living - the Cure for Almost Everything? 41:32

2y ago41:32

41:32

Active living, physical activity, exercise - are these words the same, variations on a theme, and if not, how are they different? Join Charissa and Jeremy as they dive into the meanings, differences and translatable tips on how to get more movement into your life. Not only because of the decreased risk of conditions we have all heard about, but for…

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Self-Care is not Selfish 19:48

2y ago19:48

19:48

If you think that taking care of yourself is selfish, then you need to listen to this episode and Nicole Emerson takes over the controls and we have a terrific conversation about self-care. We talk about what self-care is and isn't, how we can make it a priority, the role that work (and leadership) has in making self-care both more attainable and l…

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F4T - The Social Wellness Challenge 37:38

2y ago37:38

37:38

As the country (and countries around the world) start to loosen restrictions, there are people that are happy and some that are worried and maybe less happy. EVERYONE has been impacted by the last two years, and we know that the social connections, we have, we lost and we need to build or rebuild, are going to be key in how we cope moving forward -…

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Nutrition Month - It's the Mind Diet! 36:27

2y ago36:27

36:27

From the Gut Microbiome in our last episode, to the other half of the gut-brain connection, today we are talking about the Mind Diet! Join Cheryl Nickurak and I as we tackle the ways that we can protect our cognitive health, navigate allergies and still make choices that support local growers/producers while considering the environment! There's lot…

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It's Nutrition Month - Big Themes and Little Bugs: Gut Health 43:13

2y ago43:13

43:13

It's Nutrition Month - the 40th Edition of Nutrition Month and we are going to be talking about some of the big themes this year and how they impact our choices, our health and the health of our planet as well as taking a look at the teeny tiny inhabitants of our gut - the gut microbiome, what it is, what it does and why we need to look after it. J…

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Sleep - Unlocking Your ZZZ'sss 18:37

2+ y ago18:37

18:37

Ah sleep - for some, a nightly given, for others something they would gladly have more of and for others a wistful and elusive dream. Why is sleep so different, so difficult (at times) and so important? Find out all this and more as your HP Dream team dives into sleep - join, Heather, Nicole and Charissa as they discuss the need for, the benefits o…

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Keeping Our Relationships in the Green! 15:21

2+ y ago15:21

15:21

Whether you are in a committed romantic relationship or not, it's a good idea to make sure that we have people in our lives that we like to be with, are fun to hang around with, will (hopefully) keep us out of trouble and will be there when we invariably are let down, frustrated or in need of a good venting session. But it's not always easy, especi…

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Mental Health - Breaking Down the Barriers 16:42

2+ y ago16:42

16:42

It's Bell Let's Talk week so what better subject to tackle than Mental Health. It is one of the biggest challenges resulting directly from the effects of the pandemic, and we need to do a better job of helping one another, supporting one another and calling out those that would mock or belittle the need for or those who ask for help. "Join the conv…

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Are Your Setting Yourself Up 4 Success or Failure - Injury Reduction in the New Year 24:05

2+ y ago24:05

24:05

It's that time of year again...not only are we rolling out a new season of our rebranded podcast, (hello everyone and welcome to Food for Thought) but many people are dusting off their annual New Year's resolutions. Too often they involve eating better, getting "back into shape" or something like that. We'll be tackling food in March, but for this …

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Trailer - Rebrand - Food For Thought: the Podcast 2:20

2+ y ago2:20

2:20

Here it is - the intro for our re-branded podcast! Everything you ever wanted to know about being the best you can be - mentally, physically and emotionally. From sleep to working out (smarter not harder) to stress and substance use, we are going to cover it all in Season 4. With new guests, old favourites, and your team Edmonton Health Promotion S…

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DDG - Drinking 26:28

2+ y ago26:28

26:28

People drink for many reasons - do you know yours? There are both positives and negatives to drinking, the catch is that depending on your motivation for drinking - it can quickly become a slippery slope. We know that stress and anxiety, which are a part of life, are reasons some people drink, and we also know that the pandemic has increased the st…

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DDG - Drugging 27:39

2+ y ago27:39

27:39

Drug use has been either hidden, villainized or both and neither helped to deal with the whys around why people used. With the legalization of cannabis there have emerged a number of new problems as people feel more comfortable being open about their use, or trying it for the first time. Anecdotal evidence has long suggested there were medicinal be…

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DDG - Gambling/Gaming 20:57

2+ y ago20:57

20:57

Gaming and gambling have literally gone viral as online versions of both have taken the stage. People can choose to participate in online gaming and gambling 24/7 and there are consequences to that - both in terms of potential financial cost, but the costs to mental health, relationships and quality of life. It can be a fun way to pass the time, ma…

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A4C Picturing Success and Changing the Conversation 25:47

2+ y ago25:47

25:47

Join Edmonton's Health Promotion Specialists as they discuss what success could mean to you - if you choose to redefine it and picture it in a way that is drastically different from what society has us believe is success. Understand how the conversations that we have with ourselves and the different sources of influence that impact that conversatio…

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A4C - Eat-Repent-Repeat: What is Your Relationship with Food? What Triggers your Eating? 19:57

2+ y ago19:57

19:57

If you still believe that there are good and bad foods and that you are good or bad for eating them, then join your Edmonton Health Promotion Specialists as they smash that notion into far left field. We all have a relationship with food - some are just a little more dysfunctional than others. It doesn't mean that you are weird or messed up just th…

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A4C - New Beginnings: Ditching What Didn't/Doesn't Work 16:54

2+ y ago16:54

16:54

Wouldn't it be nice if we could all have a do over or a mulligan? Well, when it comes to getting to the other side of that finish line - there are as many clean slates as you need! Sound crazy? Well it isn't so much crazy as a radically different way of stopping ourselves from beating ourselves up for making mistakes. Last I checked we were all sti…

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A4C - Systems for Success 19:57

2+ y ago19:57

19:57

Have you ever wondered why you keep setting goals and you keep not achieving them? Are you tired of "failing"? Maybe what you need is a little James Clear and his Atomic Habits to get you sorted! Join Edmonton's Health Promotion Specialists as they walk you through how getting your systems in order increases the chances that the success you redefin…

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A4C Trailer 2:31

2+ y ago2:31

2:31

Are you tired of living feeling like you are being controlled by your food, your body image, or what the world is telling us that we should look like, be like, and eat like? If you are ready to have a different conversation with yourself and explore what your relationship with food is and how you would like to take back control - then check out the…

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