Coronacast Podcast
1) Sunscreen spectacular: UV protection, SPF drama, endocrine disruptors
There have been many discussions this year about sunscreen, its effectiveness and its ingredients. Whil there are some unknowns, what we’re sure of is sunscreen’s ability to protect us from the sun’s ...Show More
2) Do the benefits of creatine go beyond the gym?
Creatine is getting a lot of hype lately, at least according to our listeners. It’s being pushed for everything from menopause to dementia for its supposed energy-boosting, brain-boosting benefits. No...Show More
3) Why do we dream?
Whether or not we remember our dreams, we all have them. But the answer to why we dream is complicated. There's a lot going on in our brains during sleep, especially during the rapid eye movement (REM...Show More
4) Best time of day to exercise?
When you’ve got a busy schedule, it’s important to just exercise when you can. But if you have the luxury of choice, is there an optimal one? You might’ve even heard that exercising at certain times o...Show More
5) Should you aim for an alkaline lifestyle?
Humans are slightly alkaline – your blood should be a pH between 7.35 to 7.45. Anything outside that range can be life-threatening. So why are you being told to follow an alkaline diet? Proponents of ...Show More
6) Anything wrong with falling asleep in front of the TV?
You’re settling into the couch after a long day, ready to relax with your favourite show … next thing you know, you’re asleep. What is it about the TV that puts people to sleep, and what can you do to...Show More
7) Difference between dry needling and acupuncture?
If you've seen a physiotherapist, you might’ve undergone needling with the promise it will reduce your pain. Did you receive dry needling or acupuncture? How can you tell the difference between the tw...Show More
8) What is lead doing in protein powder?
You might’ve seen headlines about high levels of lead being found in common protein supplements. With these products becoming more popular, the news has some eager gym-goers concerned about what they’...Show More
9) Should you be avoiding perfumes and fragrances?
Once you go looking, you realise there are scents in everything – from skincare to cleaning supplies to candles. And of course, perfume. Are there any implications to our health from taking in natural...Show More
10) Should you be flexible enough to touch your toes?
Whether you can or not, it feels like a sign of fitness to be able to reach down and touch your toes. But how important is flexibility when it comes to your physical fitness? Is it a necessary part of...Show More