Your Lifestyle As Medicine

We normally think of diet and exercise for weight management. However other lifestyle factors are closely linked to one’s ability to maintain a healthy weight. Adequate sleep is one such factor, along with drinking plenty of water. This program explores the surprising connections between sleep, water intake, weight management and overall wellbeing. Host: Kaysie Vokurka, Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine PractitionerGuest: Lorenzo Berry, Lifestyle Coach

While we all struggle with low mood at times, chronic low mood - which includes depression, anxiety and other conditions - is becoming a widespread problem. Many factors feed into this, not all of which individuals can control. However, physical activity is a proven way to lift your mood and the benefits are only steps away. This program explains the link between movement and mood. Host: Kaysie Vokurka, Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine PractitionerGuest: Lorenzo Berry, Lifestyle Coach

Most people in western countries do not eat enough fibre. Fibre is a very important part of the diet that acts as a gastrointestinal cleaner. It also supports the health and nourishment of the microbiome. A lack of fibre contributes to many chronic disease problems. This program discusses the different types of fibre and their incredible roles, along with how much fibre we need, good sources of fibre and the benefits of a high fibre diet. Host: Kaysie Vokurka, Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine PractitionerGuest: Selina Reyno, Dietitian

The subject of carbohydrates can be quite confusing. Some say carbs are good for you, others say they are bad, fattening, disease-promoting. What is the truth about carbohydrates? How can you avoid unbalanced diets and choose the best carbohydrates for your body? This program answers these questions and more. Host: Kaysie Vokurka, Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine PractitionerGuest: Selina Reyno, Dietitian

Whole plant foods contain more than just the basic carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals that are essential for our nutritional wellbeing. They also boast a dazzling array of unique chemicals that offer help to protect our health and prevent disease. This program explores the world of phytochemicals and their benefits. Host: Kaysie Vokurka, Nutritionist & Lifestyle Medicine PractitionerGuest: Dr Winston Craig, Adjunct Professor