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The Tonic

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Tonic Magazine Publisher Jamie Bussin hosts The Tonic an engaging and evocative show about health and wellness. We’ll discuss the issues that matter to you with the top experts from the GTA and across Canada

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#461
Saturday · 1 hr
#461 What Your Weight Loss Plan May Be Missing ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 7 and 8, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss what your weight loss plan may be missing with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, the 'self driving you' with author Alan Bodnar, the causes and results of ageism with ageism expert Dr. Jane Barratt PhD, and why moving on after tragedy may be the wrong goal with author Nadine Walker.
#460
October 31 · 1 hr
#460 Why Women Shouldn't Fear Weight Training ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 31 and November 1, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why women shouldn't fear weight training with wellness coach Deane Code, the management of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with oncologist Dr. Chris Hillis MD, cooking to support post-cancer diagnosis health with author Ellyn Caruso, and cutting edge wellness treatments with wellness entrepreneur John Kozman.
#459
October 24 · 1 hr
#459 Treating The Symptoms of Menopause ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 24 and 25, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss treating the symptoms of menopause with certified menopause practitioner Dr. Rebecca Chase MD, the basics of meal planning with registered dietician Shauna Lindzon, current research into Type 2 Diabetes and food noise with Dr. Sean Wharton MD, and how to keep your pets safe on Halloween with veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne IVM.
#458
October 17 · 59 min
#458 The Health Benefits of Fibre ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 17 and 18, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of fibre with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna; how to bring sex toys into a relationship with sex educator Serena Haines; the implications of heart rate variability with wellness researcher David Nelson; and the menopause programs and policies that women want with researcher Andrea Donsky.
#457
October 10 · 1 hr
#457 Gut Health Across Species ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 10 and 11, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss gut health across species with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the challenges of long-term marriage with author Shantelle Bisson, the early diagnosis and treatment of dementia with psychiatrist Dr. Amer Burhan MD, and overnight blood pressure and your health with researcher Dr. Anita Layton PhD.
#456
October 3 · 1 hr
#456 Why Your Brain Needs Nourishment, Not Stimulation ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on October 3 and 4, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss why your brain needs nourishment not stimulation with naturopath Dr. Ludo Brunel ND, why the intercourse-centric model of sex isn't for everyone with sex educator Carolyn Eagle, how women can overcome debilitating goodness with author Barrie Zucal and why you should have a mental fitness protocol with psychiatrist Dr. Lesley Kirkpatrick.
#455
September 26 · 1 hr
#455 Better Cannabis For Better Lives ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 26th and 27th, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how better cannabis leads to better lives with cannabis CEO Luc Mongeau, brain-body hacks with Guinness world record holder for memory Dave Farrow, what happens when you outgrow a friend with mindfulness expert Tracey Soghrati, and coping tools for men with author, Dave Rossi
#454
September 19 · 59 min
#454 Foundational Supplement Essentials ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 19 and 20, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the foundational supplement essentials for your best health with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, whether vagus nerve stimulators are worth the hype with wellness researcher David Nelson, the parenting generational divide with author Shantelle Bisson, and whether procrastination is actually a bad thing with author Alex Snider.
#453
September 12 · 1 hr
#453 Supplements for Animals and Humans ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 12 and 13, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss supplements for animals and humans with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, the importance of screen free family time with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, why friendship feels harder after 40 with mindfulness expert Tracey Soghrati, and the right exercise to support your brain health with neuroscience researcher, Dr. Henry Mahncke PhD.
#452
September 5 · 1 hr
#452 The Natural Treatment of Hair Loss ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on September 5 and 6, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the natural treatment of hair loss with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to fix your anger issues with author Faust Ruggiero, navigating the war on empathy with mediator and author Doug Noll, and how to attain peace from within with author, educator and speaker Steve Farrell.
#451
August 29 · 1 hr
#451 Back Pain Caused by Central Sensitization ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 29 and 30, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the risks and treatment of colorectal cancer with researcher and surgical oncologist Dr. Rebecca Auer MD, back pain caused by central sensitization with neurologist Dr. Eric Anderson, why parents should be their children's primary sex educators with author Dr. Janet Rosenzweig, and how substance abuse complicates bi-polar disorder with author Louise Barnett.
#450
August 22 · 1 hr
#450 How To Get Protein Into Every Meal ...And Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 22 and 23, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the treatment of ovarian cancer with the CEO of Ovarian Cancer Canada Tania Vrionis, how to get more protein into every meal with registered dietician Shauna Lindzon, how to raise kinks and desires with your partner with sex and intimacy coach Serena Haines and why self ageism is holding you back with author Shantelle Bisson.
#449
August 15 · 59 min
#449 The Causes of Your Hair Loss...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 15 and 16, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss the causes of your hair loss with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, how to get out of estrangement with authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, all religions are more alike than not, with psychiatrist and author Dr. Ed Siegel, and why people choose to stay in an abusive relationship with author Nicole Kranz.
#448
August 8 · 59 min
#448 The Health Benefits of Collagen Supplementation ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on Aug 8 and 9, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of collagen supplementation with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, a mindful perspective on time and author Alex Snider, how to have a high vibe relationship with your partner with authors Debra Stangl and Richard Keppel, and the global gut microbiome with researcher David Nelson.
#447
August 1 · 1 hr
#447 Understanding the GLP-1 Revolution ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 1 and 2, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how to understand the GLP-1 revolution with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, which viral wellness trends are worth trying with wellness industry insider Lynsey Walker, you're not getting older, but you may be getting weaker with husband and wife personal trainers Ilya Al Solkh and Alesia Peres-Arlouskaya, and why some high achievers fall apart with psychologist and author Angelica Perez-Litwin.
#446
July 25 · 1 hr
#446 The Health Benefits of Complex Formulations ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 25 and 26, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the health benefits of complex formulations with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, how to change your relationship with time with mindfulness expert and author Alex Snider, why having an empty nest is like getting a fresh start with author Shantelle Bisson, and the challenges of getting access to medication with patient and doctor Lisa McColeman and Dr. Rick Adachi.
#445
July 18 · 1 hr
#445 How Laser Therapy Can Treat Chronic Pain ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 18 and 19, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss how laser therapy can treat chronic pain with international medical graduate Slava Kim, the power of developing your emotional intelligence with author Dave Rossi, the treatment of chronic skin conditions in summer with dermatologist Dr. Sam Hanna MD and the hidden burden of mental health caregiving with author Nigel Roberts.
#444
July 11 · 1 hr
#444 The Keys To Better Blood Pressure ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 11 and 12, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the keys to better blood pressure with Master Herbalist, Joel Thuna, how psilocybin can help women over 50 heal with psychotherapist Dr. Heather Lee PhD, why parents shouldn't be friends with their kids with mother/daughter authors Leslie and Lindsey Glass, and the anti-inflammatory properties of cannabis with researcher Dr. Tariq Akhtar PhD.
#443
July 4 · 59 min
#443 What Your Oral Health Is Really Telling You ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on July 4 and 5, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss what your oral health is really telling you with naturopath Dr. Colleen Hartwick ND, why sleep is so important for women's health over 50 with psychologist and author Dr. Julie Merriman PhD, the treatment of sickle cell disease with hematologist Dr. Kevin Kuo, and how to prevent tick borne diseases with health and wellness entrepreneur Kurt Avery.
#442
June 27 · 59 min
#442 How Women 50+ Can Best Lose Weight ...and Much More!
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 27 and 28, 2026 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss the best way for women over 50 to lose weight with personal trainer and author Igor Klibanov, why some women are pursuing motherhood independently with fertility expert Dr. Ashley Guttman MD, the secret to stress management with integrative neurologist Dr. Jorina Elbers MD, and how to protect your pets from extreme heat with veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne IVM

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