Big Fat Facts Podcast

Instead of the regular program, we have an announcement! We'll be taking a couple of months off so that Dan can focus on an important project. It will just be a couple of months, take our word for that! We're very excited for what the future holds, and we will be back soon to you, beautiful people. Thank you for all your support! Stay healthy & safe!

Our brain represents a system that controls body functions; neurobiology helped us to discover each part of the brain and its functions, which opened the ability to know how it works. Trauma is an emotional experience caused by multiple bad and hard experiences that happened to any human being, so our brain takes it as a red flag to the system which creates different reactions. Kelly Moen explains many different experiences related to trauma responses and how our brain works.

How much power do we have over our emotional-based decisions? Sometimes you just get influenced by old memories or sparks of cravings- and without hesitation, you're giving in on random things. In this episode of the Big Fat Facts podcast, Dr.Dan and Kelly Moen bring the audience's attention to emotional-based decisions and triggers that influence our rational thinking. There's more coming up on this topic, so stay tuned for follow-up episodes. 

Trauma is one of the biggest mental health and behavior issues in our era. Defining the trauma and discovering the cause of it might take ages, but with the evolution of science trauma can become a normal obstacle to handle and get some help. Still, the current societal pressures push people to the edge and bad management of trauma can put people in hard positions, which leads to a lot of health, mental and physical issues. Timestamps: 03:36- The definition of Trauma. 07:17- Gabor Maté and his Trauma experience. 10:00- The creation of drugs to avoid the pain. 16:00- Trauma and the current system. 18:00- The 3 philosophies to self-determination.  23:20- The active coping mechanism to solve problems. 24:48- The current system doesn't encourage mindfulness. 26:27- Societal classes and the opportunity for self-care.  28:45- Pharmaceuticals and anxiety, depression, and trauma. 29:05- The toxicity of bad management and its effects on the employee. Connect online: Official Website:  www.healthcareevolve.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/theofficialdrdan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialdrdan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnQiofnuXFcloJRoJTsc1FQ          

Research and scientific experiments on mice have shown the importance of microbiomes and microbiota and their impacts on the human body system. The diversity of the microbes in the internal human system lead to many different strategies of good health, between obesity and lean microbiomes. The microbiome is vulnerable to many different external impacts making treatment a bit diverse, but the common resolution that all doctors and nutritionists agreed on is a good healthy complete diet to help avoid health issues.

Microbiomes and their essential role on the body's internal system, the discovery of this component of the system function is a must for every human being. Knowledge is the important step that should be taken towards mastering the behaviors of microbiomes and Microbes and their impact.

The keto diet has been a trend for a lot of people who want to lose weight also it has been a plan that worked for some and not for others, but the main points are to look for a diet that can offer the balance of nutrition for the body and the health, a diet that respects the Micronutrient also the Micronutrient, so the body will have the full access to all its needs and fuel.

The external society effect and the pressure that it is applied on people nowadays is way beyond imagination, the Economical, Environmental, and social impacts are becoming bigger and bigger, although finding life balance takes more effort and focus from people, so they can take a step further to achieve a better life and a healthy happy life with their individual and unique vision of being alive.

Discovering the Difference symptoms of diabetes type 1 or type 2  as well as Obesity leads to a whole discovery journey, where Insulin Resistance and Metabolic syndrome are included, also how to handle these symptoms and how to avoid the bad consequences, and of course the main solution to get a healthy body and soul within a healthy lifestyle. 

Lipedema is generally described as an asymmetric and circumferential increase in the fat of the buttocks, hips, and legs. Lymphedema is most commonly caused by the removal of or damage to your lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment. It results from a blockage in your lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system. In this episode, Dr.Dan and Maranda discuss the real reasons behind both diseases and why it is so often misdiagnosed.  

Losing weight and keeping it off is hard AF because the CEO part of your body is lazy. In this episode, we focus on expectations and what sustainable weight management, weight loss, and wellness actually look like. I guide you through how you can change your mindset and understand the importance of consistency. We also review basic principles around nutrition and activity. We put a spotlight on what is most important – You and Your Health. Join our conversation and email us if you want to know more.

People don't educate themselves enough about obesity and why it's a disease. There's more than just that one reason- you're eating too much. In today's episode of the Big Fat Facts podcast, Dan and Kelly are joined by Lisa Schaffer- the chair of Obesity Canada's public engagement committee- to talk about the values and body positivity. Accepting ourselves as the person we are and learn more about how to approach the topic of obesity generally. Join our conversation now.

Edward Deci and Richard Ryan expanded on the early work differentiating between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and proposed three main intrinsic needs involved in self-determination- relatedness, competence, and autonomy. In the third episode of the self-determination theory series, Dan and Kelly focus on the third need- autonomy- one that constitutes a feeling of overall psychological liberty and freedom of internal will. 

In June 2020, we had the pleasure to speak to Olly Pegg from the UK. Olly was going through healing from addiction and moving on in life thanks to exercise. His journey has been inspirational and in today's episode, we're back for a chat about sobriety, admitting the addictions, and getting help and support from the right sources. 

Your self-determination is the driving force of getting close to the exercise of mastery. If you want to succeed, you need to push yourself to go for it. In today's episode of the Big Fat Facts podcast, Dan and Kelly talk about self-competence and determination to chase the dreams and goals you want to set for yourself. Mastery carries the set of tools and skills that help us build more confidence. Tune in now for part two.

Dr. Steve Danylchuk is a clinical pharmacist in the emergency department at the Red Deer Regional Hospital in Red Deer, Alberta. He also completed the PharmD bridging program in 2017. In January 2020, Steve decided to take part in the physique competition but after it got canceled, he went through a breakdown and fell off the wagon. How to develop the mindset that will move you forward despite hectic situations and what should we bring to the plate when our goals are ruined by outside factors? Tune in now.

Since the start of the outbreak of the Covid 19 pandemic, laboratories have been actively working on creating a vaccine for the virus. It has been over 10 months since the majority of the countries went into lockdown and now in January, we can start vaccinating the population. How does the Covid vaccine work and what will the mRNA/protein do when it reaches our system with the vaccine? There's a lot of questions and let's discuss everything in fine detail with Dr. Jessica Sacher.

HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT: We've been selected by Feedspot as one of the top obesity podcasts! Please check out this awesome list on Feedspot's blog! Click here We are stuck in the mindset that obesity is our own fault. Discrimination and body image hate will cause more eating disorder problems than anything else. We endure shame, hate, and displeasure and it may drive you to binge-eating. How to move past that discrimination and get out of the box people put you in? Is losing weight the only way to feel better again and getting back the self-worth you have handed away? Let's talk about it. Tune in now

Obesity management starts with three pillars: lifestyle management and readjustments, medication options, and perhaps even pediatric surgery.  Three pillars we need to apply to start managing your body weight, your mental health, and overall well being. In today's episode with Kelly, Dr. Dan introduces different types of surgeries for obesity management, medication prescribed for the patients, and how mastering your habits and developing skills can help everyone change their environment. Tune in now 

What's perfection? We poison our own thoughts and think there are all the factors against us which leads you to think that we're not good enough, you're not perfect and we reflect self-blame and shame on us. Falling off the wagon and trying to get back on it is a challenge itself. We're on the journey of losing weight but not achieving perfection. How to break free from the perfection mindset? How to achieve mastery? Listen now to another inspiring episode of Big Fat Facts podcast with Dr. Dan and Kelly Moen.

You crave pizza or brownies, yet the inner self denies it. What's the difference between liking those foods or wanting those? The receptors in our brain fire up when the thoughts of delightful dishes come to mind. Wanting that food is such an urge that even if we try to fight it, we break and give in. There's a negative outcome if we always give in to every craving. Learn more about liking and wanting in today's episode of Big Fat Facts podcast with Dr. Dan and Kelly Moen. Enjoy.

Worldwide, there is often an expectation that women should be "everything" and "do it all." Women are resilient, affectionate, powerful and strong, but this expectation can be challenging! What is the harm in this expectation, and how can it be adjusted?   Today, our guest is Jennifer Wiebe, a pharmacist who's spent her life succeeding in doing things many only dream of. How do strong independent women view the obstacles thrown in their way, and how can you find value in those obstacles and overcome them? 

The short term aspect of keeping the weight off is kind of easy. Even losing weight is not so extremely hard. But keeping that weight off in long term is very challenging. We have to look at the environment around us, how that affects us on the long-distance, and can we apply the bio-psycho-social elements to creating a better space for ourselves. Today, we are joined by Kelly Moen, an obesity therapist and healthcare professional, who's passionately helping people with their mental health and mindset. Tune in again for another episode of the Big Fat Facts Podcast. 

Obesity is a disease. It's not just humans whose health is affected by it. Animals also experience it. In today's episode of Big Fat Facts podcast, we have a special guest joining in to discuss obesity with pets. Dr. Carling Matejka is a full-time mixed animal veterinarian and part-time emergency veterinarian dedicated to improving the human-animal bond. Are you rewarding your pets in the right way? And what is a typical treatment plan for an obese animal? Let's talk about obesity with animals.

You'd think shoulding is just a part of your daily wondering but what you don't realize is that it becomes toxic and will affect your mental well-being in the long term. “I should have done that,” is in your daily vocabulary but it shouldn't be. Change it to ‘I am' or ‘I'm not' and focus on the new vision and start moving forward. It's Mindful Monday without Kelly but we're building up to some new exciting topics coming up very soon. Tune in now.

Vulnerability is what makes us human. We're not robots and without feelings, we couldn't survive. Dan and Ivana are back discussing habits, their formation and defining the hidden elements of them. We're scared to try new things, say what's on our mind and reflect openly on the situations because those actions make us vulnerable. We open up and then we end up getting hurt. Our wall goes down. But can we jump again, even if that cliff gets higher every time we fail? Tune in now!

There are six basic emotions that every culture has. And without speaking the language of the other nation, we can still recognize the emotions they are experiencing. Anger causes us to react in many ways and 90% of the time a snippet of the reason for this emotion is visible. What is beneath the surface and what is the iceberg analogy? It's Mindful Monday with Kelly Moen and in today's episode, we discuss this basic emotion - ANGER. Stay tuned!

Welcome back for another new series of BFF episodes. Let's talk about habits. They are hard to make, pretty hard to break and barely impossible to forget. Our brain is wired to keep important stuff saved, habits are a survival thing and since even animals have them, they are primal things. What are habits and what are micro-habits? We're answering these questions on this episode. Stay tuned!

It's not just women who are judged for their body image. This happens to men as well. People just don't talk about this that much. Eating disorders, depression, self-blame - all these things started coming out when men needed to start adapting to the new situation. It's not just about the primal responsibility anymore. It's a competition for the best partner or a better job. In today's episode, we're back with Kelly Moen to discuss the toxic masculinity and influence by society on men. Tune in now! 

In today's episode, Dan is replying to medical student Alishba Danish's burning questions about obesity, mental health, binge eating and general topics about a healthy lifestyle. Why do we binge eat and how our brain works with the information we get? Which TDEE calculators to use and what our body wants? All these questions get answers. Tune in now to find out!

People with disabilities adapt from day one. You don't know how you'd feel until you experience it yourself. Meet our guest, Isaac Harvey. This awesome guy doesn't let the world dictate what he can and can not do. As a vlogger from Great Britain, he has become a great inspiration to those who feel like the world ends where your normal isn't everyone else's.  Happy Birthday, Isaac! This is for you!

We are judged for our body image. Too fat, too skinny, facial features are not symmetrical enough and all other kinds of judgments. It's not glitz and glam all the time. Siera Bearchell is an inspiration and the Miss Universe Canada 2016. How did she cope with the negative comments and messages about herself? Tune in to find out!

Let's talk about pain and the game. Your body will let you know when you're trying too hard and that it's time to take a break. #DOMS - delayed onset muscle soreness. In today's episode, Ivana and Dan share their recent experiences on the topic. There's no pain without the game and sometimes you just don't acknowledge that you're taking it too far. Not until you feel like a trainwreck on the next day. Tune in now!

What does it take to flip that switch? How much time will it take to decide on changing your life? Meet Tony ‘The Tiger', our guest for today's episode. He's been doing youth ministry for over 25 years, working with kids who need guidance and help. He conquered his battle against obesity and came out of it happier, relieved and more energized than ever. We get emotional. Why? Let's listen.

What makes us happy? Is it success, achievements, new things, or just stuff? Let's ponder about it. In this episode, we question the concept of finding joy from the success we will experience and the things that we have always wanted and then pursued them. Do you know how happiness feels when you're not sure if those previous feelings were truly real? Tune in now!

Welcome back for Fat Facts Friday episode and today Dan and Ivana interview Dr. Spencer Nadolosky. He's the lord of the memes, an attraction on Instagram and he is a board-certified physician in both family medicine and obesity medicine. You don't want to miss this episode.

Are you choleric or sanguine? Or maybe phlegmatic or melancholic? There are four temperaments that drive our behavior. We all have those traits that categorize us under one or two of those. In this Mindful Monday episode with Kelly Moen, we dive deep into discussing how our personalities and temperaments shape us. This is food for thought, so stick around and tune in!

She's an inspiration and by the age of 20, has made such a huge difference for herself and others. Marwa Chawich is an ACE certified personal trainer in Calgary, Canada. As a Muslim woman, she knows how cultural differences set up challenges. Marwa has a unique way to set goals for her clients and motivate them with caring empathy. You don't wanna miss this episode, so tune in now!

Meditation should be a daily practice for calming your mind and reducing stress. Hypnosis is a great way to help patients overcome some of the harmful habits. In this episode, Ivana interviews Dr. John Stewart about using hypnosis instead of common anesthetics and how he explores emotions by teaching people how to meditate. This is a very insightful episode, so tune in now!

In today's episode of Fat Facts Friday, Dan and Ivana talk with Jasmine about the misconceptions about heavy lifting and working out in the gym. Your body is not limited to only cardio. It takes some time to master the technique and women can lift more than some of the guys in the gym.  Tune in for another awesome empowered episode.

Losing his dad turned Olly's life upside down. He decided to quit his job, move abroad and let alcohol be his comfort. We go through things daily and deal with the problems differently. Not losing ourselves in the emotional rollercoaster is tough. Olly found a new direction in life when he decided to dedicate himself to fitness and physical activity! Welcome back for another Changing Perspective episode!

The moment you turn on your radio, you are automatically transferred to another world. Ryder is an amazing radio show host on Play 107 and throughout his career in different radio stations, he has let his voice be heard strongly. We talk about the job, the COVID outbreak, and how the host presents his own word to the audience. This is Mindful Monday with Ryder!

The goals that you set up for yourself are the building blocks for your growth. Make them specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and fixed with time. Make your goals S.M.A.R.T. You can't chew off a hell of a chunk. For a more realistic result, break it up to bite-size pieces and you can enjoy the journey with gusto. Welcome back for another Fat Facts Friday episode!

The organismic valuing process (OVP) explains the natural tendency to value and pursue intrinsic goals and the sociocognitive valuing process (SVP) explains the role of social context in shaping individuals' values and goals. Both are huge factors that affect our lives from early on. We need to grow and re-adjust our activities, environment and etc, to find our balance. Welcome back for another awesome episode of Mindful Monday!  

 Our guest today is Ali Zentner who is a physician specializing in obesity and the owner and medical director of Revolution Medical Clinic. There's a lot of biases, stigmas and discrimination that revolves around the obesity and how doctors treat overweight people. Welcome back for another episode of Fat Facts Friday.

We are always driven to achieve perfection. It starts with school and growing up and continues even when we're grown-ups. During our journey in life, we encounter problems and sometimes fail but it should be a learning opportunity. Perfection vs mastery - we want to thrive but even though perfection is almost impossible to achieve, we want to master the progress. Welcome back for another Mindful Monday episode with Kelly Moen.

Our WHY sticks with us and we need that purpose. Simon Sinek wrote this amazing book “Find Your Why” and in today's episode, we want to help you understand why finding your WHY and goal will bring magic into your life. They say: ‘fulfillment is happiness, but it's actually not'. Want to know why? Tune in now!

Welcome to another episode of Big Fat Facts podcast! Our guest today is super-inspirational Beau, who speaks about his struggles and achievements in life. Being in a wheelchair for his whole life, Beau shares his insights about his everyday battles and how he overcomes depression. We hope you'll find this interview as motivating as we did. Tune in and enjoy!

There's so much noise and you need to block it out. Stay mentally healthy because your body needs it. What's the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation? It's time for another Mindful Monday with Kelly Moen. In this episode, we are discussing the difference in great detail and explain why we need to know what all of this really means for us.

To get that wave of endorphins, you just need to move. Our body wants to be active and besides losing body fat, we also gain so much out of a workout. This is another episode of Fat Facts Friday! Today, we have our friend Geoff Starling join us and explain why working out is essential to your wellbeing and overall health. 

Internal and external locus of control is something people don't know enough about but in this episode we really want to educate people on it. What does it mean? Have you given it away and how can you get it back? We are joined by Kelly Moen, to start this Mindful Monday series and discuss the truth behind the locus of control.