The Tonic Talk Show

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 9 and 10, 2025 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. We'll discuss why all fibre is not the same with nutraceutical formulator Dr. Gordon Chang PhD, treating Myopia in children with Optometrist Dr. Fallon Patel O.D., eating lighter in Summer with registered dietician Shauna Lindzon, and identifying emotional triggers with psychologist and author Dr. Eran Magen PhD. We specifically discuss: Why All Fibre is Not The Same What is fibre? Insoluble vs. soluble fibre Why do we need to consume fibre? What purposes does fibre fulfil? Inflammation Antioxidants Your microbiome Sources of fibre in our food Fibre and water Supplementing fibre Probiotics Consuming fruits and vegetables Treating Myopia in Children What is myopia? Why are more children myopic? Risk factors of myopia Early diagnosis and treatment Misight 1 dai