Welcome back to Everything Lifestyle—your spot for feel-good inspiration, smart tips, and a little real-talk. We’re all about helping you live well, without the overwhelm.

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of metabolic health—what it really means, why it matters, and how you can better understand where you stand.

If you’ve been frustrated with long ER wait times or struggling to find a family doctor, we’ve got some helpful insights and workarounds that might make things a little easier.

We’re also tackling the topic of forever chemicals—what they are and why they’re showing up in conversations about health and safety.

Plus, we’re joined by the ever-inspiring Stephanie Staples from Life Unlimited, who shares how the words we choose can uplift, encourage, and even shift your mindset.

You’ll also hear a deeply moving story of one woman’s journey—not just through illness, but through the emotional healing of trauma that followed.

And it is part one of the unspoken trauma with Clinical Counsellor Claire Maisonneuve.

So take a breath, settle in, and let Everything Lifestyle bring you some insight, inspiration, and maybe even a laugh. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a nice review, and share the good vibes. Listen now—wherever you get your podcasts!

Guests in Order of Conversation

Dr. Tasha Bienert

Family Physician

harrisonhealthcare.ca/team/dr-tasha-bienert

Anna Durbin, PhD

instagram.com/doctorannaphd/

Trish Peterson

Stephanie Staples, Psycho-social Wellness Expert & Professional Speaker

https://stephaniestaples.ca/

Claire Maisonneuve, Registered Clinical Counsellor

Alpineclinic.ca

About your Host

Linda Freeman is a media professional who has been submersed in lifestyle programming for several decades. She has interviewed thousands of health and wellness professionals over the years gathering insight and perspective on how to live better. Life experiences have shown her to appreciate the world around her. As a certified yoga instructor, she loves to help others find stronger mental and physical well-being.

Resources: Forever Chemicals

https://www.kidney.org/news-stories/forever-chemicals-pfas-and-kidney-health#:~:text=Key%20Takeaway,way%20to%20avoid%20them%20altogether.

https://www.nrdc.org/stories/forever-chemicals-called-pfas-show-your-food-clothes-and-home

https://www.blg.com/en/insights/2024/08/mandatory-pfas-reporting-in-canada-what-manufacturers-importers-and-users-need-to-know

https://www.ewg.org/what-are-pfas-chemicals

https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/pfc

https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/study-more-200-million-americans-could-have-toxic-pfas-their-drinking

https://businessalabama.com/miracle-of-chemistry-conjures-corporate-poison/

CBC News, The National - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAQBdCxP03U