Best Dr Melissa Longo Podcasts (2024)

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Are You Healing? 3 Ways To Tell 1:17

6M ago1:17

1:17

Often people wish their recovery from a health challenge will happen overnight, but that's not realistic. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares 3 better ways to evaluate your progress when recovering from any ailment or mobility challenge. Connect with Dr. Melissa Longo’s clinical practice Thrive Chiropractic Check out the rest of the ⁠Adjust Yo…

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3 Tips For New Parents To Protect Your Posture 9:19

7M ago9:19

9:19

For the first few months of life with a newborn you spend many hours feeding them, rocking them to sleep, and staring down at them lovingly while they are in your arms. Then, after a few weeks of this consistent posture, you find yourself with some pain and stiffness in your neck and shoulders. Sound familiar? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shar…

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Skin, Sinuses & Shoulders! 18:28

8M ago18:28

18:28

What do these three body parts have in common and what can you do to support their best function? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares the most common ideas she shares in practice and the connection to chiropractic care that can be sometimes overlooked. Connect with Dr. Melissa Longo’s clinical practice Thrive Chiropractic If you're more of a r…

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The Number One Indicator Your Child Is Stressed 22:58

9M ago22:58

22:58

Stress is something all adults can relate to, but what about children? If you're a parent, this episode will help you understand that stress is evident in kids, but it can be a little tougher to assess given communication barriers between parent and child, but there is one thing you can start doing and Dr. Melissa Longo shares how! She discusses th…

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3 Ways To Make Change This Year 10:52

10M ago10:52

10:52

Looking to make some changes in your health, life or business this year? Give this episode a listen! Changes can be hard to implement, but with a few key habits - the habits themselves can better take shape in your life! In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares the top 3 tips for turning your resolutions into reality. Read the blog post on making c…

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5 Ways To Find More JOY (and less stress) This Holiday Season 18:58

11M ago18:58

18:58

The holiday season can be a time of such excitement and connection and fun! It can also be a time of grief, overwhelm, stress and loneliness. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares five ways to find more ease over the next few weeks, how to prioritize your health, and the importance of clarifying what you really want the season to mean to you and…

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7 Consistent Conversations In My Practice 31:04

12M ago31:04

31:04

Many health care professionals share conversations that support further healing with their patients, and answer repeated questions on a daily basis. In this episode, Dr. Melissa Longo shares the top 7 recommendations and reminders she consistently finds herself giving to people in her practice, why they can make a powerful difference in health reco…

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Three Simple Ways to Improve Your Sleep 8:49

4+ y ago8:49

8:49

If there is one thing that all healthcare practitioners can agree on, it’s that high quality sleep is absolutely critical for good health. If we were as diligent about recharging our cell phone batteries as we are about recharging our body batteries we’d be in great shape! Check out today’s episode for some ideas on how to improve the quality of yo…

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Should You Try Fasting? Here's Why I Love It 9:35

4+ y ago9:35

9:35

Fasting is known to be a healing intervention for a number of chronic and degenerative health challenges, but it also has tremendous benefits when you are healthy and well and want to stay that way for a long time. By consistently adding fasting into your life you will support your digestive system, improve the function of your immune system, help …

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Homeschooling Your Children During Covid-19? Consider These Tips 14:56

4+ y ago14:56

14:56

Struggling with schooling your children while they are at home? I took the opportunity to sit down with a local mom of 4 who's been homeschooling for the past 10 years and we had a great discussion. She sheds her insights on what she's learned over the years and shares her mindset tips about: Getting clear on your values as a family and letting tha…

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Yoga, Health and More with Shirlee Williams 12:52

4+ y ago12:52

12:52

Shirlee is a local health crusader, and lucky for me, a very good friend! She joins me today to talk about what led her to open a yoga studio, the importance of mediation, and she shares how she prioritizes her own health. Tune in for a great little conversation! You can learn more about Shirlee on her website. Hungry for more? Check out the rest o…

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How Can We Support Our Families During Times of Stress? 22:12

4+ y ago22:12

22:12

I'm joined by Psychologist Maddi Rundle in this conversation, and I loved it! We discussed why it's important for us to take care of our emotional response as parents, how to communicate difficult situations with children of all ages, and why 'feeling our feelings' is essential to moving forward. If there is ever a time to understand these ideas, i…

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AYL 27: 5 Ways To Lower Your Stress 9:09

4+ y ago9:09

9:09

Stress is inevitable in our lives, but how we respond to something that is stressful is up to us! Stress is bad for your health, so in this episode I share the 5 most common tips I give people to help shift their perspective and find a little more joy in their every day life. Which one of these tips can you start today to adjust your current level …

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RYH 26: Collingwood Naturopath, Dr. Rehan Lakhani, BHSc., ND 11:40

4+ y ago11:40

11:40

New, local Naturopath, Dr. Rehan Lakhani joins me for a great discussion about stress, gut health and why he decided to open his practice in Collingwood. Tune in for easy tips to help manage your stress and gut health, and to get to know this new local doctor.

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Heart Health With Dr. Jack Wolfson 16:20

4+ y ago16:20

16:20

February is widely known in the healthcare field as Heart Health Month. In honour of this lovely time of year, I have Board Certified Cardiologist, Dr. Jack Wolfson join me, to discuss the myths of heart disease and lifestyle factors. You won't want to miss this one! If you're looking for more ways to keep your heart healthy and happy, check out th…

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Live Life Fit with Bruce Young 9:02

5y ago9:02

9:02

On today’s show we’re talking to Bruce Young, a local resident living a great life. He and his wife run Live, Life, Fit in Thornbury, and he’s also been involved in CrossFit and Adventure Racing. Now he is committed to a healthy lifestyle for himself and others. Maintaining balance in his approach is what keeps him motivated and moving in the right…

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Forget Resolutions! My Annual Ritual For Kicking Off A New Year of Goals 7:07

5y ago7:07

7:07

We’re a couple of weeks into the new year, and in my experience, that’s when those iron-clad resolutions start losing a bit of their strength. New year’s resolutions are hard to keep, and that’s why I refuse to make them. Instead, I think of my life a series of EVOLUTIONS. It was recommended to me by a friend who’s also a psychologist, and trust me…

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5 Ways You Can Have a HAPPY & HEALTHY Holiday Season! 18:10

5y ago18:10

18:10

There are lots of opportunities during the holiday season for indulgent foods, extra alcohol, social engagements and festive fun! However this season can also be physically and emotionally draining if you don't keep a few important health habits in mind. You can indulge, celebrate and feel good during the holiday season and head into the new year r…

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Why Is Posture Important For Your Health? 9:52

5y ago9:52

9:52

Today we’re talking about POSTURE. Posture is about more than standing and sitting up straight. The spine is the way the brain talks to the body, it’s important to keep it in good shape! Proper alignment allows your body to heal things like digestive issues, fertility issues and suppressed immune function, because proper spine health allows your bo…

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How Do I Deal With Illness In My Family? 13:56

5y ago13:56

13:56

Despite being 13 and 17 years old respectively, neither of my sons have ever taken any medication. The only support they’ve had from pharmaceuticals is when dealing with broken bones and pain management. If they have colds, congestion or any other common illness, my approach since they were born, was to let the body handle it naturally. I have the …

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Listen To Your Body 8:21

5y ago8:21

8:21

Your body is always talking to you; constantly sending you messages about how it’s performing or how it’s feeling. A lot of people relate symptoms to sickness but more often than not, once you deepen your ability to tune into your body’s messages, it will tell you about hidden sources of inflammation that have not yet begun to show up as symptoms. …

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The Health Benefits of Gratitude 7:48

5y ago7:48

7:48

It’s Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend and also my favourite time of year in the practice. In addition to the amazing weather and abundance of produce from local farmer’s markets, we have also set up our gratitude wall - an annual tradition in my practice. Today’s podcast is all about gratitude, so listen in and find out how making gratitude a dai…

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Gardening With Your Body In Mind 7:33

5y ago7:33

7:33

It’s that time of year (at least here in Canada), where we reap the last of the harvest, pack up the gardens and put them to bed for the winter. Your body, while genius, does not care which season you’re gardening in, it still needs you to be conscious of it as you work. On today’s episode, I’m sharing the quick tips that will save you from the inj…

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Workplace Ergonomics 8:31

5y ago8:31

8:31

It is estimated that Canadians spend almost a quarter of their life at work. When you take into account how much of the remaining 75% is spent sleeping, it becomes clear quickly, how important the health of your workplace is. Today’s podcast will cover a few ways to maximize your work environment to support better spinal health, and thereby, overal…

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Setting Goals for Your Health 8:30

5y ago8:30

8:30

Across the board, one of the most recommended practices for success is goal setting. It’s not uncommon to see people planning their dream home or dream business, but what about your health goals? Personally, I have several areas of my life that I set goals for, and health is a very important area in my plan for success. Tune in to the podcast today…

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Wearing Purses Without Sacrificing your Posture 9:02

5y ago9:02

9:02

Purses and handbags, while handy and always a favourite fashion accessory, can put a lot of strain on your shoulder, neck, lower back and even on your hips. Since we all feel the need to lug all of our stuff around with us day in and day out, I thought I’d take a minute to share some tips to save yourself from injury and the effects heavy purses ca…

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Backpacks For Your Kids - What You Need To Know! 7:59

5y ago7:59

7:59

An everyday essential for you child, and sometimes a BIG source of stress to their developing spine! This week I discuss tips to consider when purchasing a backpack for your child, how to teach them to carry them, and why this matters for their health! Find out more ways to support your child's health and Dr. Melissa Longo's practice…

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Other People Knocking You Down? Be Great Anyway 7:08

5y ago7:08

7:08

In my practice I've observed that sometimes when people become healthier, feel better, maybe even get more fit, lose weight, or seem to have more energy they are met with unwelcome comments and even criticism from others. They share with me that friends, coworkers and even family members question them, or are unsupportive of their efforts and resul…

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8 Ways To Support Your Baby's Brain 13:59

5y ago13:59

13:59

Last week we talked about how to keep stimulating and challenging YOUR grown up brain, but what about your baby? In this week's show I share ways you can support your child's natural development and have some fun doing it! Read this blog post about baby brain development

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Learn Something New! 9:48

5+ y ago9:48

9:48

Your brain is the most amazing and important muscle in your body and has the same requirements as other muscles to stay strong and healthy – to keep building it you need to challenge it! In this week's show I discuss ways you can easily and consistently strengthen your brain, and have fun doing it! You can read the blog post with more details here …

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Go Jump In A Lake! Cold Water Immersion & The Benefits For Your Health 12:34

5+ y ago12:34

12:34

When cold showers were first mentioned to me as a supportive health practice, my first reaction was “NO WAY!”. Maybe you're feeling the same way just hearing the suggestion of it! Now I’m converted, and in addition to jumping in Georgian Bay whenever I can, cold showers have become a healthy habit I regularly practice. In this week's show I discuss…

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What Should You Eat? 10:49

5+ y ago10:49

10:49

With so many ideas about nutrition, and constantly changing information and research, food choices are something that many people struggle with. In this week’s show Dr. Melissa Longo shares the one nutritional idea that all Doctors and Nutritionists can consistently agree on, and 3 things you can do today to start making healthy food a priority for…

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Does Your Baby Need Tummy Time? Is Crawling Important? YES! 12:35

5+ y ago12:35

12:35

In this episode Dr Melissa Longo discusses the basics of infant spine development, why babies need to crawl before they walk, the importance of tummy time for healthy development and what you can do as a parent to ensure your child's development is on track. Find out more about Chiropractic and how it may help your child at www.drmelissa.ca…

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Playtime Isn't Just For Kids! 7:26

5+ y ago7:26

7:26

When was the last time you did something spontaneous and fun? Do you have hobbies that make your heart smile? Time for recreation and play is time worth spent to make the rest of your life more productive, and all your relationships better, including the one you have with yourself. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses the importance of findi…

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What's Your Health Habit Style? Reacting, Preventing or Optimizing? 10:35

5+ y ago10:35

10:35

What’s your attitude when it comes to looking after yourself? Do you react to problems, take preventative measures, or actively work towards building greater health and wellness? Your approach to health is just that – YOUR approach, but when was the last time you gave it any thought? In this week’s episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses 3 ways to look…

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3 Reasons A Farmer's Market Is Good For Your Health 8:44

5+ y ago8:44

8:44

In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares why she loves her local farmer’s market, but more importantly, why getting to it every week will support your health! Read the blog post "What Should You Eat?"

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The Beauty Of Imperfection 7:26

5+ y ago7:26

7:26

In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses what she has learned about the negative effects of chasing perfection, why it is detrimental to your emotional wellbeing, and the one thing today you can do today to shift your mindset around it.

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3 Survival Tactics For Dads 16:17

5+ y ago16:17

16:17

In honour of Father’s Day, this week’s show highlights the top 3 tips Dr. Melissa Longo shares with all the dads in her practice and programs to help them survive the crazy days of fatherhood while still rocking their health, career, and personal relationships.

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You Got This! One Thing You Can Do Today For Your Health 9:52

5+ y ago9:52

9:52

Here we go! On this introductory episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares a little bit about herself, why she’s starting her third podcast, what to expect in every episode, and the one thing you can do today to start living a healthier life.

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ERM 038: Lauren Patchell | Positive Co-Parenting, Being Present With Your Child & Making Yourself A Priority 20:27

7+ y ago20:27

20:27

Lauren Patchell is a young mother who is finding the balance between career and quality of life. She has worked hard at focusing spending time on moments worth sharing as well as creating financial stability for my family. The outdoors and culinary arts have always been my passions, during my down time I take full advantage! In this conversation wi…

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ERM 037: Lorri Fleming | Nurturing Families At The Womb 29:40

7+ y ago29:40

29:40

Lorri Fleming is a mom to 2 adult children, Cole 22 and Kyra 19 and has been happily married for almost 25 years. Lorri is a Doula, Parent Educator and Co-founder of The WOMB in Milton, Ontario where she is passionate about Nourishing, Nurturing and Inspiring families through life! In this conversation with Dr Melissa Longo Lori talks about how lif…

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ERM 036: Kathy Boose | Entrepreneurial Life, Active Living & Listening To Your Own Voice 36:33

7+ y ago36:33

36:33

Kathy Boose lives an active life in Collingwood Ontario with her husband Jason and two children, Damen and Abby. She has spent her career in Recreation, Fitness, and leads classes at various studios in the Collingwood area. Ready for a change to better support her active family’s needs, Kathy decided to use her 20 years of expertise in Lifesaving s…

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ERM 035: [Dr. Melissa QUICK TIP] Watch Your Words! 4:59

8y ago4:59

4:59

The words that we choose to describe ourselves and our actions can either support our emotional wellbeing, or harm us. What are you saying to yourself when you make a mistake or when you are facing a difficulty? Is you inner chatter kind? Or sometimes nasty? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares the importance of paying attention to the words we…

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ERM 034: Melissa Enfield | Yoga Philosophy For Everyday Life, Big Picture Thinking & Post Partum Anxiety 43:34

8y ago43:34

43:34

Melissa Enfield is a Yoga, Pilates and Ballet Barre instructor in Collingwood, ON. Her crazy life includes two wild little boys, one large husband and a new puppy - because why not? Having suffered post partum anxiety after both pregnancies, these days Melissa focuses her fitness practice on using our connection to our bodies to calm the anxieties …

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ERM 033: What's Your Word For 2017? 11:59

8y ago11:59

11:59

What do you want 2017 to look like for your business and your family? What are the most important things for you to achieve and learn, and how do you want to feel? More importantly, how are you going to make some changes? Listen to this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo to hear her top strategy for setting her intention and directing all goals for the…

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ERM 032: Niru Terzolo | CEO Who Cooks Dishes Out Her Tips on Motherhood 28:22

8y ago28:22

28:22

Niru Terzolo is trying to prove that women can truly do it all. She's President & CEO of Sensor Technology, mom to Anouk (5) and Nora (3), and wife to a very spirited Frenchman for the past 9 years. Food is a passion and stress reliever and thanks to short commutes, she tries to make it home for lunch every day. After getting pregnant with her firs…

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ERM 031: 5 Tips To Stay Healthy During The Holiday Season [Dr. Melissa QUICK TIP] 18:05

8y ago18:05

18:05

The holiday season is a time of celebration, joy and so much fun! But for many moms it's also a time of added stress with more cooking, baking, gift wrapping, concerts, shopping, and entertaining to do - while still parenting, working and trying to make time to take care of themselves! This isn't good for our physical or emotional wellbeing. It can…

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ERM 030: Barb Andrews on Using Your Intuition, Changing Careers & Taking Care of Yourself As A Woman 38:26

8y ago38:26

38:26

Barb Andrews is a 63 year old single mother of 2 grown children, and proud grandmother of Brooke! Barb is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and work with clients both privately and at Stonetree Naturopathic Clinic in Collingwood. She also works as a children’s preschool teacher at Pretty River Academy, and feels blessed to have family and 2 jobs t…

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ERM 029: Mindy Willis-Menard Talks About PPD & Finding Our Untapped Potential As Women 44:44

8y ago44:44

44:44

Mindy Willis Menard is an entrepreneur, yoga teacher, health coach, wife, and mother to a sweet toddler named Mayla. She is passionate about teaching yoga, running teacher trainings, and working with women to help them discover the places where they need some support in their life and how to best move forward. Mindy loves adventures and when not wo…

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ERM 028: [Dr. Melissa QUICK TIP] Wish You Could Redo A Parenting Moment? 7:45

8y ago7:45

7:45

On this quick episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her experience with her sons, dealing with those moments as parents we wish we could do over! We may not be able to turn back time but we can turn the situation into something more positive in a few simple ways.

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