We all try do our best (most of the time).. drink water, eat our veggies, take the occasional supplement . . .

But what if some of the things we're doing for our health could occasionally be working against us?

Today, we're breaking down some of the lesser-known ways good health habits can sometimes produce unintended results - and why timing, dosage, and context matter more than most people realize.

We're covering:

• Why taking Vitamin C after a workout may not always be the best idea
• The surprising downside of eating too many thyroid-popular nuts
• The smoothie ingredient that recently sparked concern online
• How a common immune-support supplement can create a different nutrient deficiency
• The hidden risk of drinking too much water too quickly
• Why health headlines often miss the nuance
• How to get the benefits of healthy habits without accidentally sabotaging your efforts

Plus... today's feelgood thing.

If you've ever wondered whether you're doing too much of a good thing, this episode is for you.

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The GLP-1 conversation has completely changed the wellness world. What started as a diabetes medication is now being talked about for weight loss, metabolism, cravings, inflammation, and even longevity.

But as more people jump on medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, some important questions are getting overlooked. . .

Today, we're talking about:

• The hidden mistake that could make your weight loss backfire
• Why some people lose more than just body fat, but lean tissue
• The nutrient strategy experts say becomes even more important on GLP-1 medications
• The surprising symptom many people can blame on the medication itself (but could not be)
• How to protect your metabolism while losing weight
• Natural ways to support your body's own GLP-1 production
• The connection between your gut bacteria, appetite, and cravings
• Why sleep may be playing a bigger role than you realize

Plus . . . today's feelgood thing.

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Lyme disease and tick-borne illness can be a scary thing... and, even scarier - they are on the RISE.

Sometimes we know we've gotten exposed - other times, not so much - and we can go undiagnosed for years ...

With ticks expanding in numbers and areas across North America, more and more people find themselves dealing with everything from flu-like symptoms and joint pain to fatigue, brain fog, neurological symptoms, and chronic illness that can be difficult to explain.

SO - how do you know if a tick bite has become something more serious?
What are the early Lyme disease symptoms to watch for?
And what should you do if you suspect you've been exposed, whether recently or years ago?

Today, I sit down with Lyme disease expert and naturopathic physician Dr. Alexis Chesney, author of Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases. She has got us COVERED, and after the episode, you will feel much better equipped to deal with what's going on now.

We're covering:

• What Lyme disease actually is and how it's transmitted
• Why Lyme disease cases are increasing across North America
• The truth about the classic bullseye rash
• Early warning signs of Lyme disease that are often overlooked
• How Lyme can affect the brain, nervous system, energy levels, and mood
• Why symptoms can come and go, making diagnosis difficult
• The testing limitations that can lead to missed diagnoses
• The difference between acute Lyme disease and long-term Lyme-related illness (and treatment!)
• Why some people struggle for years before getting answers
• Common tick-borne co-infections including Babesia and Anaplasmosis
• Whether Lyme disease can be fully treated—and why there is more hope than many people realize
• Practical prevention strategies to reduce your risk of tick bites
• The importance of finding a practitioner who understands both the science and complexity of tick-

Tick & Tick-Borne Illnesses Resources
Dr. Chesney's Website: https://www.dralexischesney.com/

Dr.Chesney's Book: click here

Find a practitioner: International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society

Canadian resource for ticks, photos & education - https://etick.ca/

Test a tick you find for potential diseases - https://geneticks.ca/

Canadian Lyme disease Support - https://canlyme.com/ & https://www.lymehope.ca/

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Fasting trends have officially gone off the rails - and some of them are actually worth knowing about, while others come with side effects nobody seems to be talking about.

So today, we're breaking it all down and cutting through the noise.

We're covering:

• Sardine fasting - the reset trend with a side of gout nobody warned you about Water fasting - the most "true" fast, and why it's not for everyone
• The Fasting Mimicking Diet - the science-backed method where you actually get to eat
• Dopamine fasting - the trend that has nothing to do with food
• Why when you fast matters just as much as how long you fast

Plus, the electrolyte reminder you probably needed heading into summer.

And of course . . . today's feelgood thing.

Dr Erin Boynton's Program I'm doing for back pain - click here

Big thanks to our sponsor, ITL Health.

More information on their magnesium formulations, designed with bioavailability in mind, can be found here:
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If your anxiety seems to be getting worse as you get older . . . there might actually a really specific, biological reason for that.

And it has to do with something happening in your brain every single night. Or more accurately something that's stopped happening.

So today - we're breaking down a certain sleep stage that gets trickier with age, and how it's impacting our anxiety.

We're covering:

• The specific stage of sleep that acts as your brain's nightly anxiety reset (and what happens when you don't get enough of it)
• Why this isn't just about feeling "well rested" - there's an emotional regulation piece most people have never heard about
• 5 evidence-backed ways to protect this stage of sleep - including one that costs literally nothing and you can try tonight
• The personal stuff: what I've has actually tested on himself that's moved the needle on his own deep sleep (mouth taping, kiwis, glycine..)
• today's feelgood thing

This episode is for you if...

• You've noticed your anxiety creeping up and you can't really explain why
• You wake up and don't feel rested even after a full night
• You've been chalking things up to "just getting older" and want to actually do something about it
• You're a sleep nerd, or want to be one

If you’ve been living with chronic pain, a bad back, or that quiet fear that your body is starting to ‘break down’ as you get older… today’s episode is for you.

If you've been following along with this show lately, you know I've been going through it myself. This past month, because of something so simple, was the worst back-pain of my life.

But my lucky star was on my side, because last week I had a prescheduled interview for my SiriusXM show with a very prominent orthopaedic surgeon. And after the interview, she offered to review what's going on with my back, and perhaps get to the root of what's actually going on . . .

And her insights have truly changed everything for me, and also given me hope.

The good news? It applies to us all . . .

So today, Dr. Erin Boynton - renowned orthopedic surgeon and author of The Injury Guide: Eliminate Pain, Heal Your Injuries and Keep Moving Forever - is here to give me (and us) not only answers - but a way forward...

In this episode, we explore:

✔️ Why pain is so common - and it's upside we haven't considered
✔️ The foundational work most of us have skipped (and don't even know it)
✔️My story and what's going on
✔️Why injuries often happen from the smallest, most ordinary moments
✔️ How spine deterioration and bulging discs can be addressed without jumping straight to surgery
✔️ The connection between your body's foundation and long-term pain-free living ✔️ Where to start when everything feels overwhelming and hopeless
✔️ The mindset shift that makes all the difference:

If you know someone who's been told pain is just part of aging, or that surgery is their only option please share this episode with them. There is more hope than we're often led to believe.

As always, feel free to email me at info@kylebuchanan.ca for any questions or topics you'd like to see covered on this show.

Thank you for being part of this space.

Resources
Dr Erin Boyntons website -
https://doctorerinb.com/

Dr Erin Boyntons Best-Selling Book - click here

Just a quick note about this week.

If you’ve been hearing terms like lookmaxing, tradwives, the manosphere, or “alpha male” culture online lately - and wondering what the hell is happening . . . you’re not alone.

From men measuring their facial symmetry… to taking steroids, experimental peptides, and even extreme shortcuts in pursuit of “perfection”… a growing online movement is pushing appearance optimization to unsettling new levels.

And while it may seem ridiculous on the surface, what’s driving it underneath is far more complex.

In today’s episode, we unpack the rise of lookmaxing culture, where it came from, why it’s becoming more mainstream, and what it says about masculinity, power, insecurity, and social media today.

I’m joined by Jillian Sunderland, PhD candidate in sociology at the University of Toronto whose research explores masculinity, power, identity, and how online culture is reshaping the way young men see themselves.

Together, we explore how online extremism, beauty culture, and algorithm-driven content are colliding, and why many young people are being pulled into dangerous cycles of comparison.

In this episode, we explore:

✔️ What lookmaxing actually is, and why it’s exploding online
✔️ The disturbing connection between lookmaxing and incel culture
✔️ Why some men are measuring facial ratios and chasing “hunter eyes”
✔️ The dangerous rise of steroids, peptides, and extreme body optimization trends
✔️ How social media algorithms reward extreme beauty standards
✔️ Why many young men feel increasingly powerless in today’s economy

As always, feel free to email me at info@kylebuchanan.ca with questions, guest ideas, or topics you'd love to hear covered on the show.

Thank you for being part of this space.

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LINKS

My SiriusXM Show - The Exhale with Kyle Buchanan

Katie Couric's Daily Newsletter Opt in - click here

Jillian's Lookmaxing article - click here