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Join Medical Doctor Daniela Steyn for honest conversation and practical guidance on how you can live a joyful life of health and wellness. Originally from South Africa now working as a Family Physician and Hospital Doctor in Canada, her mission is to empower you to take control of your own health. Heal from illness and prevent disease with optimal nutrition, moving your body more and sleeping better. You too can live a life of abundance and joy.
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Shifting Habits That No Longer Serve You with Caroline Elisabeth
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In this episode of the Wellness MD podcast, Life Coach Caroline Elisabeth joins host Dr. Daniela Steyn to discuss how our habits serve (or not serve) us. Our habits form the foundation of our daily lives and often determine our success or failure. It's important to recognize when we need to shift our current patterns and behaviors in order to reach…
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Functional training and the whole body approach with Stefan van der Merwe
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In this episode of the Wellness MD podcast, functional training expert and personal trainer Stefan van der Merwe joins host Dr. Daniela Steyn to discuss the whole body approach to fitness and how it can help you achieve your health goals. Learn about the benefits of functional training, tips for getting started, and more! Stefan van der Merwe compl…
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The all or nothing mindset with Amanda Nighbert
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In this episode of the Wellness MD podcast, Dr. Daniela Steyn talks to Amanda Nighbert about the all or nothing mindset and how it can impact your health and wellness. They discuss the dangers of perfectionism and how to cultivate a more flexible mindset that will serve you better in life. Amanda Nighbert is a registered dietitian specializing in w…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Healthy Aging with Dr. Kirsten Lindner
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In this episode of the Health and Wellness Talk Show, we'll be discussing Healthy Aging with Dr. Kirsten Lindner. Tune in to learn about the different ways you can stay healthy and vibrant as you age! Dr. Lindner is passionate about elder care, quality improvement, physician health and wellness, physician financial literacy, and finding balance as …
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Amanda Marrone
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Welcome to the Health and Wellness Talk Show on Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Amanda Marrone! In this episode, we'll be discussing all things lifestyle medicine, from how to make small changes that can have a big impact on your health, to tips for staying motivated and accountable. Dr. Amanda Marrone has been a family physician in the Niagara region …
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Hormonal Health with Dr. Kristy Prouse
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Are you struggling with hormonal changes during menopause? Do you feel like it's controlling your life? In this podcast, Dr. Daniela Steyn speaks to Dr. Kristy Prouse about thriving through menopause by optimizing your hormonal health. Dr. Kristy Prouse, MD, FRCSC, is an accomplished surgeon and leading OB/GYN with degrees in Psychology, Genetics a…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Menopause Q&A with Gerda Hayden
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Menopause is part of the normal female reproductive cycle. Throughout puberty, your hormones induce menstruation. Once you have a period, you are fertile. Where puberty is the beginning of your fertile period, menopause marks the end of this time. The mean age for menopause is 51, and while it is associated with numerous uncomfortable symptoms, you…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Menopause with Gerda Hayden
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Menopause is part of the normal female reproductive cycle. Throughout puberty, your hormones induce menstruation. Once you have a period, you are fertile. Where puberty is the beginning of your fertile period, menopause marks the end of this time. The mean age for menopause is 51, and while it is associated with numerous uncomfortable symptoms, you…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Sugar with Gina Alfieri
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Welcome to this Wellness MD Talk Show Episode. Today, Dr. Daniela Steyn speaks with to Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Gina Alfieri about sugar. Gina is also a wellness business owner, wife, and mom of 4. Gina is passionate about helping people get to the root of their illness by focusing on the whole person using whole foods, a healthy lifesty…
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Q&A with Andrea van Niekerk - What is Leaky Gut?
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#leakygut #gutinflamation #healthyguttips #healyourgut #drdanielasteyn Often it can come as a shock when people hear they have gut issues, especially when their weight is either not a concern or they are overweight. But a leaky gut can prevent you from absorbing essential nutrients from your diet, leading to malnutrition and many subsequent health …
Sleep is one of the most essential functions of the human body, and yet it is often overlooked or given short shrift. Sleep Is critical for our physical and mental health; It helps protect our immune system, repair cell damage, and support brain function. Sleep also plays a vital role in emotional regulation and has been linked to improved mood, de…
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Q&A with Andrea van Niekerk - How do we sleep better?
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#sleephygiene #tipsforbettersleep #sleeptips # #drdanielasteyn We hear and know how important it is to get 8 hours of sleep, but what are some of the ways we can practice better sleep hygiene and set ourselves up for a successful night of sleep? In this episode of Q&A, I answer sleep questions with Andrea (@shop.with.ands) and give tips on how you …
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Q&A with Andrea van Niekerk - What is Adrenal Fatigue?
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#adrenalfatigue #adrenalsupport #adrenalfatiguerecovery #adrenalglands #drdanielasteyn What is adrenal fatigue? How do you identify symptoms and what can you do to support your adrenals naturally? In this first episode of Q&A, I chat with Andrea (@shop.with.ands) and we address a question that comes up often in conversations she has, as well as one…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Burnout with Jessica Pozo
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Welcome to The Health and Wellness Talk Show. In this episode, Dr. Daniela Steyn speaks with Jessica Pozo about Burnout. Jessica is a certified functional medicine health coach with a nursing background. She is a highly motivated individual, passionate about helping people live their best life. Jessica mostly works with nurses and other front-line …
#Physicianburnout#Recoverfromburnout#Dr.DanielaSteyn Physician burnout is a growing concern in the medical community, affecting both doctors and healthcare professionals alike. This issue is characterized by feelings of overwhelming stress, exhaustion, and lack of motivation. There are many contributing factors to physician burnout, including long …
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Athletic Fitness with Simon Peterson
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Welcome to this Wellness MD Talk Show Episode. Today, Dr. Daniela Steyn speaks with Simon Peterson about athletic fitness. Simon is a Health and Fitness Coach with a degree in Sports Science. Simon is a personal trainer and an ironman certified triathlon coach. He is also dad to two amazingly talented children. He is passionate about functional tra…
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The Health and Wellness Talk Show on Triathlon Nutrition for Women
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Welcome to this Wellness MD Talk Show Episode. Today, Dr. Daniela Steyn interview Angie Steyn, a qualified Dietitian, on Female Triathlon Nutrition. Angie trained through the Institute of Functional medicine to be a nutrition coach and is the author of the book Freedom with Food. Angie is passionate about holistic health, nutrition, and wellness. I…
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Q&A with Health Coach Cecilia Lanier: Health benefits of having a coach.
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Health and wellness coaches are the backbone of functional medicine! We all know that just having a prescription or treatment plan does not necessarily mean you will consider the cause of your symptoms. It will also not force you to make any changes necessary to improve your overall wellness. In this podcast, Dr. Daniela Steyn talks with Cecilia La…
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Burnout from a Physician's Perspective with guest Dr Richard Sztramko
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Physician burnout is a growing problem in the medical community. It's characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a decreased sense of accomplishment. These symptoms can lead to decreased job satisfaction and an increase in errors. Several factors contribute to physician burnout. The job demands, long hours, and unrealistic expect…
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Stress, Burnout, HPA axis and how to heal: a discussion with Nutritionist Gina Alfieri.
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Do you feel like stress is taking over your life? You're not alone. Stress is one of the most common health concerns in the world. But what exactly is stress, and why does it seem to affect us so much? In this podcast, Dr. Daniela Steyn will talk to a Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Gina Alfieri. Gina is also a wellness business owner, wife, an…
Dr. Daniela Steyn and her Life Coach, Sister JB, discuss ways to manage and avoid migraines and headaches, so you can live your life to the fullest. You can also watch this episode on Youtube We would LOVE to hear from you. Let us know what you think. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a refer and refer this episode to your friends! *Legal D…
Dr. Daniela Steyn and her Life Coach, Sister JB, discuss ways to live a COURAGEOUS life. You can also live your life to the fullest characterized by COURAGE! We would LOVE to hear from you. Let us know what you think. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a refer and refer this episode to your friends! *Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is intende…
JB has a flourishing career in the Corporate World. Dr. Daniela Steyn is a Wellness Doctor. Listen today as they combine their expertise to enable you to thrive at work. We would LOVE to hear from you. Let us know what you think. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a refer and refer this episode to your friends! *Legal Disclaimer: This podcas…
Ladies only! Do you leak urine when you cough or sneeze? Is intimacy uncomfortable to you? Are you avoiding physical exercise because of your female pelvis? Listen to this podcast by Dr. Daniela Steyn and pelvic physiotherapist Gerda Hayden for everything you ever wanted to know about your pelvis! For complete notes of this incredible comprehensive…
If there is one thing we do know, a couple of days into 2022, it is that life is never going to be the way it was in 2019. Just as some of us thought that we are about to return to normal, there are more disruptions. We need to take the best possible care of ourselves, our families, our health and our mental health than ever before. One of the most…
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New Years Resolutions: How to guarantee success!
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Some people call them resolutions. Some call them intentions. Some love them and some avoid them. In this podcast JB and Dr Daniela discuss how you can capitalize on the beauty of an empty first page of the new yearbook we all get to narrate our own story with intention. If your goals include being healthy and happy, some of the resolutions we reco…
Happy Holidays! We hope you have a wonderful festive season and get an opportunity to relax and disconnect. The holiday season is a way to spend some much-needed time away from work with friends and family. This is such a wonderful opportunity to reflect and align our intentions with our values. It is a time to enjoy delicious home-cooked meals aro…
In Life, we all have to deal with disappointment. It’s something that we can’t escape. Not only do WE need to deal with the disappointment, but we often also need to help others, such as our children and family members, to work through disappointment. Living through the covid pandemic, we are confronted with more disappointments than any of us anti…
Infertility has increased significantly over the last 30yrs. Roughly 1 in 6 couples experience infertility. Join us for an insightful conversation regarding fertility with Wellness expert Dr. Daniela Steyn and Life Coach JB. We look forward to journeying with you towards health and happiness! Please subscribe to our podcast. We would LOVE to hear f…
Join Wellness expert Dr. Daniela Steyn and Life Coach JB for an enlightening discussion around sexual health. A clear takeaway from this podcast is that your nutrition, lifestyle and illnesses have a direct impact on your sexual health. And if your sexual health is not where it should be - it can be fixed! We should take our sexual health as seriou…
Everything you ever wanted to know about nutrition! Nutrition is one of the most critical components of healing and living an optimal life. Poor nutrition is common. Our bodies need food to survive. We need good nutrition to thrive. Many of our patients often don’t even know that they are malnourished, because you might be overweight, and still mal…
Welcome to today’s Wellness MD podcast! In this episode Life coach JB and her sister Dr. Daniela Steyn discuss the science behind sleep. Sleep is the ultimate key to optimal health. Sleep influences every function in your body. It affects how your body processes food, how it regulates blood sugar, processes cognitive information and reduces inflamm…
Listen as Dr. Daniela Steyn, Medical Doctor and her Life Coach sister JB discuss what vitamin D is, and how you will benefit from having optimal levels of vitamin D. Vitamin D is often called the sunshine vitamin due to our skin’s incredible ability to absorb ultraviolet light from the sun to form Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) in the skin from 7-dehy…
Listen to this podcast for tips on improving your skin. Medical Dr. Daniela Steyn and her Life Coach sister JB give advice on creating perfect skin. Skin disorders can be very frustrating and lead to decreased self-esteem. There is a wide range of skin disorders and it is best to have your specific skin disorder diagnosed by your Physician. The mos…
Meditation has been practiced for many years in many religions. However, as more scientific evidence emerges praising the health and wellness benefits of meditation, it is becoming increasingly more popular. JB and Dr. Daniela Steyn discuss the research behind meditation. Dr. Daniela also discusses the scientific health benefits of incorporating me…
Join Medical Doctor, Dr. Daniela Steyn and her Life Coach sister, JB, as they discuss epigenetics. They discuss how your genes play an important role in your health, but so do your behaviours, your environment, what you eat and how physically active you are. In Medicine, there is a field called epigenetics. Epigenetics look at how your behaviour ch…
Dr. Daniela Steyn and her Life Coach Sister, JB, discuss ways you can improve your energy levels to live your life to the fullest. You will learn more about your own energy levels. Learn to avoid common causes of decreased energy and ways to optimize your energy! Our energy levels naturally wax and wane with our bio-rhythms. Depending on some genet…
