Episode #30 - Guest Interview, Survivor Colleen Kelly Aleksander
Tipping Point Nutrition Podcast
Release Date: 02/12/2018
EPISODE #53 - Krista Watson: Healing from Crohn's & a Brain Tumour
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In episode #53, Joanne speaks with her friend, Krista Watson. Krista has had an incredible health journey and shares: Her lifelong battle with digestive issues, leading to a diagnosis of Crohn's & Colitis in 2012. How despite heavy medication, her condition worsened and in 2013 she underwent surgery to remove over 3 ft of her bowel. What she was feeling after the surgery failed within 3 months & her Crohn's flared (resulting in her being put on even heavier drugs with more intense side effects.) As if extreme digestive issues weren't enough, Krista shares how her health began to...
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EPISODE #52: REFLECTIONS WITH JOANNE & KRISHN
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In episode #52, we're winding down summer talking about: How phones and electronic devices are changing the human skeleton. The physical affects of space travel and challenges astronauts face upon return to earth. The impact of social media on youth. Why ages doesn't have to equal poor/declining health. The pharmaceutical ties to med schools and the potential role it played in the opiod epidemic. The benefits of allowing your kids to be bored and entertain themselves. + so much more!!
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Episode #51 - Talking Pregnancy Loss + Our Miscarriage Experience
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In this episode, Joanne and Krishn open up about the recent loss of their baby towards the end of the first trimester, touching on: The many physical changes and emotional effects of experiencing a miscarriage. Reasons many families grieve in silence. The importance of couples coming together and openly communicating during difficult times. Why its imperative to honour and acknowledge the pain that comes with a loss at any stage of pregnancy. Telling our 4 year old about the loss. Getting out of the comparison trap in order to heal your own heart. Why distancing yourself from social media can...
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Episode #50 - Broken Brain, GE Fish, the Purpose of Tears + More!
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In episode #50 of the Tipping Point Nutrition Podcast, Joanne and Krishn are discussing: Mark Hyman's recent docu-series, Broken Brain 2 Genetically Engineered Salmon and Fish Fraud The Healing Power of Tears + more! Resources:
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Episode #49 - Propriorception & Movement Patterns
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In episode #49 Joanne & Krishn catch up on a variety of topics including: - The importance of balance and proprioception (our sense of self-movement and body position.) - The body and brain's need for movement and how crappy movement patterns affect quality of life. - How Centurians in 'Blue Zones' live differently than in the west. + More!
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Episode #48 with Joanne & Krishn
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In episode #48 we're diving into: Good news stories - the social media #trashtag challenge & the CEO of Qantas Airlines response to a 10 year old wanting advice for starting his own airline. The documentary STINK! and the latest news regarding Johnson & Johnson + Claires products contaminated with asbestos. The importance of being your own advocate & lab testing. Overhaul of Ontario's math curiculum and the need to go 'back to the basics' in many aspects of education. + so much more! Resources:
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Episode #47 - Perspectives with Joanne & Krishn
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In episode #47 we're talking: Marie Kondo + how clutter affects productivity, stress levels and overall mindset. The importance of kids being involved in household activities such as tidying up, prepping meals etc. How our childhood influences/experiences affect our financial blueprints and beliefs around money (even if we don't think they have.) Our need for social connection and why in a world where we're 'connected' more than ever before, we're the loneliest we've ever been. Resources:
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Episode #46 - Phytonutrients & Biodiversity
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In episode #46, Krishn & Joanne discuss a range of topics including: The importance of phytonutrients & biodiversity in food. Recent lawsuits involving unethical practices used by Perdue Pharma and Insys that helped to fuel North America's opioid crisis. Resources:
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Episode #45 - Krishn & Joanne discuss supplements, root canals, celery juice, canola oil + more!
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In episode #45 Krishn & Joanne discuss: The documentary, 'Root Cause' + the connection between oral health & chronic disease. Why quality supplements matter. How canola oil is produced + why you need to avoid it. Joanne's experience and overall thoughts on the celery juice trend. The growing number of people demanding oversight and changes to the way medical devices/implants are tested, regulated and approved.
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Episode #44 - Joanne & Krishn (chatting Glyphosate, Canada Food Guide, why to delay baths for newborns, hospital food + more!)
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In episode #44, Joanne and Krishn are catching up on recent health news including: Health Canada's decision to uphold approval of glyphosate (despite revelations of the Monsanto Papers.) How Cleveland Hospitals found delaying baths for newborns significantly increases breast feeding rates. The recent update to the Canada Food Guide. Why some hospitals are revamping hospital food and medical schools are incorporating cooking lessons into the curriculum. + More! Resources mentioned throughout show:
info_outlineIn the fall of 2011 Colleen Kelly Aleksander, a cyclist and lifelong athlete, was cycling home from work when she was run over by a multi-ton freight/transport truck. Flat lining twice, Colleen sustained horrifying injuries and suddenly found herself faced with the fight of her life.
The definition of determination and resilience; Colleen not only defied all odds by surviving, but has since gone on to complete over 50 races and 40 triathlons despite the trauma. In episode #30, Joanne chats with Colleen touching on:
- What it's like to be in a medically induced coma for over 5 weeks.
- How she pushed through the 30+ surgeries, medical procedures and many set backs that followed the trauma.
- The importance of nutrition + how her physical condition and history as an athlete helped her body to heal.
- What it means to be a 'product of heroes.'
- Why she felt the need to organize a fundraiser from her hospital bed and how her drive to compete helped in her recovery.
- The role her husband Sean played in not only supporting, but advocating for her.
- The emotional toll (including anxiety, depression and PTSD), that follows a traumatic experience.
- What life looks like nearly 7 years after the incident.
- The resilience of the human spirit.
Learn more about Colleen:
- https://www.colleenkellyalexander.com/
- Colleen's New Memoir: Gratitude in Motion