Healthy Alternatives

Listen to Dr. Christine and Joanna Rogister, Classical Homeopath and Registered Nutritionist, talking about Joanna's way to overcome Grave's disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism) and about how she sees homeopathy and healing. How does Homeopathy help and who can it help? Joanna Rogister is an International Speaker, Author, Classical Homeopath and a Holistic Nutritionist who is passionate about helping her audiences and patients find and maintain a healthy balance in their lives. Within her practice, she helps each person move past surface issues and get to the root cause of illnesses or imbalances, so these can be resolved. Her stance as an outspoken advocate for alternative therapies and developing intuitive abilities has earned her the title of Wellness Renegade, and her book, The Magnificence of Magenta, offers unique insights into how we can all work at healing ourselves in order to secure a more joyful, peaceful and healthy lifestyle. In addition, Joanna’s corporate background provides her with insight into the interconnectivity between professional success and personal happiness. To contact, go to www.joannarogister.com email: joanna@joannarogister.com Read her Blog on: https://DocChristine.com/joanna-rogister

Listen to Dr. Christine and Stefanie Davis Miller, a paramedic and advocate for first-responder mental health, talk about PTSD. Listen to her story, how to know if you may have PTSD, what should be done and what can be done. Contact her on her website: https://www.stefaniespeaks.com/

Listen to Dr. Christine and Jennifer explain why mental and brain health does not only involve positive thinking, emotional stability and medication, if needed. We also need to consider the physical root causes of these illnesses as well as the spiritual connection to have long-term success. Dr. Christine works as a Personal Health Advisor and Consultant and a Certified Brain and Mental Health Coach online and in person. Contact Dr. Christine at christine@docchristine.com Web: https://docchristine.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and Christina talk about Courageous Self-Care - what it is, what it isn't, why we need to care for ourselves to be able to care for others and why it takes courage to care for yourself, especially as a woman. Through her work, Christina helps women revitalize their energy from the inside out so that they can be productive and peaceful. Website: https://www.christinamarlett.com/ Podcast: https://www.christinamarlett.com/courageous-self-care-podcast

Listen to Dr. Christine and Rachel talk about why she decided to become a psychologist and mental health counselor specializing in relationship issues and how she helps her clients with relationship issues.  Rachel is a skilled psychotherapist with proven results for those experiencing relationship difficulties.  She also has worked with clients with mood, anxiety, trauma etc. Company: Purposive Planning Web: http://purposiveplanning.com rmcdermottpurposiveplanning@gmail.com 1-518-321-0699

Listen to Dr. Christine and Melissa talk about her story, how she juggles work and family and how she uses her experience to help her patients and clients craft their soul strategy and find answers. Melissa is a Soul Strategist, physician, holistic wellness practitioner, coach, author, speaker, and mother of five.  She helps high-achieving women who secretly feel a bigger calling, let go of fear and shame, gain clarity on their life's purpose, and more. Contact:  https://melissakaltmd.com/

Listen to Dr. Christine and Jennifer Goguen talk about why weight loss is so hard, why it often fails and what you can do to help keep it off! Learn more and contact us through  https://docchristine.com Check out our -  NOT the ususal - weight loss program - The Body, Mind and Spirit Transformation https://docchristine.com/transform email: christine@docchristine.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and Dr. Alan Simberg talk about mental and physical health, how they go together and what we all can do to improve our general health and live to the fullest. Dr. Alan Simberg has a PhD in Counseling Psychology and is a Licensed Marriage & family therapist & a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor... To contact: https://www.alansimberg.com/ https://www.lifemasterywithalan.com/ alan@alansimberg.com alansimberg@lifemasteryconsultant.com 1- 281-785-0660

Listen to Dr. Christine and Certified Life, Spiritual and Christina Coach and Energy Healer Felicia Reid talk about her history of severe domestic abuse, and how she grew to her current strong person by forgiving and turning her experiences into something very positive. To contact, go to her website: http://www.putitinperspective.net/ email: info@putitinperspective.net facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putitinperspectivellc/

Listen to Dr. Christine and business coach Mitch Cammidge talk about work-life integration, the stress of being and entrepreneur and how to overcome it. Find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcammidge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mitchcammidgeofficial/ or email mitch@mitchcammidge.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and long-time TaiChi Instructor Mary Sanger talk about how doing TaiChi was like "money in the bank" for her, how it helped her overcome illness faster and about the benefits of doing TaiChi in general as well about the Fung Loy Kok Taoist TaiChi Society. Contact and find a local group: https://www.taoist.org/ To Contact the Halifax-based groups: halifax@taoist.org 902-422-8142 https://m.facebook.com/FLKCanadaHalifax9NorthParkSt/

Listen to Dr. Christine and Author Leanne Bourgeois talk about her book "Intuition to Fruition - From My Inside to My Outside" Where she very candidly talks with her struggles with mental health and how she dealt with them and came out stronger! Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leebourgeois Get her book at major retailers or email Dr. Christine at christine@docchristine.com and she can put you in touch with her!

Listen to Dr. Christine and Andrea Lussing talk about Binge-Eating and Overeating generally from her view and experience as a binge- and overeating coach. Andrea is a personal coach who specializes in helping women overcome binge eating and overeating. To help her clients she draws on her own experiences of struggling with binge eating and bulimia for over 6 years. To contact Andrea, go to: Email: coaching@andrealussing.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and Rich Bontrager talk about the Challenges he faced living with liver disease and eventually going through a liver transplant. Rich is a business person, motivational speaker and overcame stuttering, too! Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/RichTriggerBontrager/ Website: https://www.richbontrager.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichBontrager

Listen to Dr. Christine and Janice Burgess talk about how to quit smoking and her work as a JB Quit Coach! Janice Burgess is a Clinical Pharmacist, a Certified Health Coach and a Quit Smoking Coach. Here are her links: Breathe Easy Boot camp: http://go.jbquitcoach.com/quit-smoking On the Fence Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/On-the-fence-1639767656103576/ Website: http://jbquitcoach.com/

Dr. Christine Sauer, MD ND (Ger), INHC, CBHC and Jennifer Goguen, INHC, BA(Psych) Listen to Dr. Christine and Jennifer talk about the benefits of gratitude, what it really is and how to incorporate it into our - and our families' daily lives. Contact us at: https://docchristine.com email: info@docchristine.com

Listen to DocChristine and Sharmine (Shar) Massey, Author, Women Empowerment Strategist & a Motivational Speaker, talk about Self-Love. What it is, why it is important, and how to love ourselves so we can truly love others. Find Shar on Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/sharmine.massey

Listen to Rakesh Modi, BAMS, DAc, Dr.Ac, MAc, MAcF, CAHP, MT and Dr. Christine talk about the origins, history and current practice of ayurvedic medicine and acupuncture , what it is and who it helps. Rakesh is an Ayurvedic Physician and Lecturer for many generations,  a Certified Acupuncturist and more. He has published many articles, lectured at many events, featured on many TV shows and taught at Seminars and Congresses. He currently lives and works in Toronto, ON Contact: http://ayurvedtoronto.com

Julie Daniluk, RHN, NNCP Listen to Dr. Christine and Julie discuss Julie's journey of overcoming ADHD through nutrition and then her way to now helping others re-gain their health through optimized nutrition.  Nutritionist Julie Daniluk is a TV show host and bestselling author of Meals That Heal Inflammation, Slimming Meals That Heal and her latest book Hot Detox. Check out more information at juliedaniluk.com and connect with her on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @juliedaniluk

Listen to Dr. Christine and Bethany Perry talk about emotional and physical trauma, brain health, and more.    Bethany transforms the lives of women and men who are challenged with emotional and physical traumas.  Her clients often come for weight loss, emotional eating, stress, anxiety, and PTSD.   Contact Bethany at www.bethanyperry.com https://twitter.com/BethanyPerry11 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethanyperry/

Brian Murray - after - and before losing over 100 lbs, using the ketogenic diet. Listen to Dr. Christine and Brian discuss his experiences with the ketogenic diet, as well as healthy nutrition, grassfed meat, free-range chickens and why the quality of our food matters more than the quantity. Brian is an avid researcher and applied his knowledge on himself, achieving an amazing 100 lbs+ weight loss, using a ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting. contact Brian at: http://www.bluebarn.ca/

Listen to DocChristine and Michel Hindlet, who is  a volunteer Board Director for the Sackville Lakes Park and Trails Association, talk about the beautiful Sackville Lakes Trails and Park, the benefits of walking and enjoying nature and that sometimes beautiful parks are closer to you than you think and know about! Website: https://sackvillelakes.ca/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sackville-Lakes-Park-and-Trails-Association-720779778049802/  Email:sackvillelakes@gmail.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and Jennifer discuss why we need to fall in love again.... with our Brain, what to do for brain health and practical tips on how to keep our brain healthy and improve our mood and general wellness. For more information about upcoming events and programs, contact christine@docchristine.com or go to  https://DocChristine.com Book a FREE phone call with DocChristine: https://DocChristine.as.me/quick-start

Listen to Dr. Christine and Brian discuss healthy food, healthy agriculture, grassfed meat, free-range chickens and why the quality of our food matters more than the quantity. Brian is an avid researcher and applied his knowledge on himself, achieving an amazing 100 lbs+ weight loss, using a ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting. contact Brian at: http://www.bluebarn.ca/

Listen to Dr. Christine talk with Dr. Diana Li from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Li talks about her story and why she is passionate about Acupuncture and TCM. The amazing history of both and differences between the traditional chinese medical system and the western model of disease and disease treatment..In her college Dr. Li trains students in these amazing systems and thought schools. Contact Dr. Li at:http://ccatcm.ca/

Listen to Dr. Christine and WANNABE-Founder Sara Grey talk about options to stay healthy as a female athlete and as an active woman. An athlete, mother (and more) herself, she founded Wannabe, a company provideing nutrition and supplements to help female athletes succeed. Contact her through https://wearewannabe.com/

Listen to Dr. Christine and Erin Madden, BScAHN, Weight Loss Coach, discuss her journey to become involved with Nutrition and give tips for healthy nutrition and weight loss. Erin's business is called "Fueling for Health Nutrition Consulting" You can contact her at: www.fuelingforhealth.com +902-830-3290 erin@fuelingforhealth.com https://www.facebook.com/fueling4health/

Listen to DocChristine and Parenting Coach Alison Smith discuss her story, how she became a life and parenting coach and is now helping parents who want to learn to improve them communication with their children. Contact Alison at : alisonsmithcoaching.com alison@alisonsmithcoaching.com

Listen to Dr. Christine and Luke Ettinger discuss young people, prejudices of "older" people and the LGBTQ+ community. Does being gay still carry a stigma? Is it easier nowadays for young people to "come out"? Luke is a student of radio broadcasting and more and has been a summer student at 97.5 CIOE-FM communityradio. He is openly gay and discusses how he discovered that he was and the prejudices still present these days.

Listen to Dr. Christine and Jennifer discuss gut health and how some supplements may help. Do you know how to choose a good probiotic? What to do for a damaged gut?  To learn more or book a free call, go to: https://DocChristine.com Or email: info@DocChristine.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askdocchristine/

Listen to Dr. Christine and Juanita Wilson talk about her life, her activities for the Diabetes Association and her initiative with fabulous@50 to network and promote wellness among women over 50... Juanita believes, if you have a dream, you can accomplish it, with hard work, dedication and above all passion for what you do. She wants to be an inspiration for her children to never give up and keep your faith.... contact her at: juanita@fabulousat50.com  or www.fabulousat50.com

Listen to how Cynthia overcome a bad childhood, learned to cope with chronic pain and is now helping others with similar issues... She is now even one of the administratorsof a popular Facebook group: Chronic Pain Management Forum https://www.facebook.com/groups/618993188174878/about

Listen to Dr. Christine and Beverly Stickley talk about divine healing, energy and women's empowerment. Beverly A. Stickley is a Women’s Empowerment Coach, Theta Healer Practitioner and Best Selling Author “Love Me Love Me Not” She has a Degree in Psychology, was a Registered Nurse,is an Acupuncturist and an Energy Healer, Reiki Master and Theta Healer Practitioner. Beverly’s passion is to empower women by teaching each one to begin “Loving Yourself from the Inside Out”! www.divinehealingene

Listen to Dr. Christine and Registered Dietitian Jennalle Butcher talk about how to nourish healthy children and healthy families and what to do with "picky eaters" without becoming a short-order cook... To reach Jennalle, contact her at: www.appetitenutrition.ca http://www.facebook.com/AppetiteNutrition/ For more information on Ellyn Satter's division of responsibility in feeding: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/

Do you still think that you can't escape bad mood and depression? Did you know that some supplements, if taken the right way, in the right form and dosage, can be as effective (or more) than antidepressants without the side effects? Listen to Dr. Christine and her teammate Jennifer Goguen discuss . For more information go to: https://DocChristine.com Get the FREE Checklist and Roadmap for Depression, Emotional Pain and Chronic Fatigue at: https://TheDepressionExpert.com email: christine@DocChristine.com

Diana Doherty is a certified Yoga Instructor,  a registered holistic nutritionist as well as a certified nutritionist and wellness coach. Listen to Dr. Christine and Diana talk about her story, how she became the person she is today and how she is helping others with her unique brand of mind-body-spirit connection. To contact, visit her on FB: https://www.facebook.com/nutritionyogachinesemedicine/ or contact her on her website: https://dianadoherty.clickbook.net/sub/dianadoherty or call: (902)-237-700

Listen to Dr. Christine and Sarah Clark talk about Infertility, Fertility and her personal story how to overcome infertility with natural means. Sarah is now helping other couples struggling to have a baby to finally fulfil their dream! Sarah is a Fertility Coach and the author of "Fabulous Fertile - supercharge your Fertility Naturally" as well as the "Get pregnat naturally" - podcast. Her website is: https://www.fabfertile.com/

Listen to DocChristine and Lester tackle a still often taboo topic - death. We all die, we all experience the loss of a loved one. How do families deal with grief? How can a funerl director tactfully support grieving families without getting burnt out himself? Long-time funeral director Lester Atkinson shares some of the most memorable stories.

Listen in as Dr. Christine and Alain Cormier discuss living with bliss and courage for an elevated life. Alain is an Elevated Lifestyle Coach. He is part of a growing team of coaches at Elevated Academy. They believe that by living a life that embodies courage, compassion, wisdom, humility and unconditional love you will create whatever you desire to experience in your life. Contact: alain@elevatedlifestyle.org https://elevatedlifestyle.org

Charlene's personal story and her way to helping others and being a radio host of the show "Mental Health- Let's Talk about it" on Mondays from 9-10 pm AST on 97.5 CIOE-FM Communtiy radio with live stream on communityradio.ca (and the podcast). Charlene talks about her work in social and emotional intelligence, what it is and how she helps individuals  and companies by empowering them and helping them find balance. contact: email: cpick@live.ca web: pickempowerment.blog phone 902-225-5996

Listen to Dr. Christine and Andrew talking about why he became a chiropractor, what a modern chiropractor does and why it is so good for us to adjust the spine and adjust our nervous system that runs mostly within it. Chiropractic can reduce stress, reduce pain of all kinds and more! Help your body to heal itself! To reach Andrew:  website and contact: http://stmargaretsbaychiro.com/ Contact locally within Halifax area, NS, Canada: Tel: 902-826-1088

Listen in as Dr. Christine and Jennifer Goguen are talking about how best to support your memory and brain health. What supplements can help? Is there a soluton for everybody? Learn more on her website: https://DocChristine.com Or send her an email : christine@docchristine.com

Listen in as Jeannette Folan and Dr. Christine talk about Jeannettes experiences as a highly sensitive child growing up and her work and books written for highly sensitive individuals/empaths to help them find themselves and seeing their nature as an advantage instead a weakness. Contact her through her website: http://empathdiary.com http://empathdiary.com/quiz

Listen in as Dr. Christine Sauer and her teammate Jennifer Goguen are talking about Magnesium. What are the signs of a Magnesium deficit? Are we getting enough from food? Why do we need magnesium? What does it do in our body? If we choose to supplement, what chemical forms are best? What are the benefits?  For more on DocChristine or to contact, go to her website: https://DocChristine.com

Dana Landry is a registered homeopath and a holistic nutrition consultant with over 18 years of experience in the field of natural health. She is also advocating for the removal of fluoride in city water. She specializes in children's issues. Listen to DocChristine and Dana talking about why there is a need to reduce out toxic load, about homeopathy and more... Her website is www.danalandry.ca email: dana@danalandry.ca

Listen in as Dr. Christine and her teammate Jennifer discuss bone health. Why is Calcium and Vitamin D alone not working and can cause complications? And what to do instead? Informative and Entertaining... More information and contact through https://DocChristine.com

Ad Rassi is a registered massage therapist with over 13 years of experience. He treats sports injuries, back pain, nerve damage, jaw joint (TMJ joint) problems and more with deep tissue massage, myofascial release and more... Listen to DocChristine and Ad talk about issues that can be addressed by massage therapy that you didn't know about... His website is: http://allsportsandwellness.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allsportsandwellness/ email him at info@allsportsandwellness.ca

In this episode Dr. Christine Sauer and her teammate, fellow Health Coach Jennifer Goguen are talking about B-Vitamins. What are they, what do they do inour body, what do we need them for? Do we need supplements? What foods are they in? If we choose a supplement, what do we need to watch for? Lively and entertaining, yet informative, youo will not want to miss this episode!

Roxanne Walsh is an Independant Funeral Celebrant, Author and end-of-life-planner. Dr. Christine and Roxanne are talking about life and death and the different ways for burial as well as lessons for life from the certainty of death. How to plan for a good life in the face of death... How to help your loved one's grieve after your death... Roxanne's books are: Planning for a Good Death - User's Guide and Workbook Contact her via her website: www.RoxanneWalsh.ca

In today's podcast Dr. Christine talks with Donna Lugar, the Nova Scotia representative of the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation. She also heads the local Lyme disease group. Donna shares some of her extensive knowledge of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, what symptoms to watch for and what to do if you think you may be affected.

Listen to this story as DocChristine and Lori are talking about her battle with Crohn's disease and how it impacted her life and career.