Talking With Docs Podcast

Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal
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Doctors Brad Weening and Paul Zalzal along with other guest specialists, help you understand different health conditions in short, fun and instructive videos. Watch the videos and listen the podcast to learn valuable information and enjoy an easy-to-understand approach to complex health conditions.

  1. Everything You're Getting Wrong About Protein

    2 HR AGO

    Everything You're Getting Wrong About Protein

    Click Here To Read Dr Stuart Philips Article: https://theconversation.com/2025-was-the-year-protein-jumped-the-shark-272614 Dr Stuarts Pages: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartmphillips/?originalSubdomain=ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mackinprof/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SMPPh.D/ 📩Contact us talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, the doctors break down what protein expert Dr. Phillips says about protein intake and why most people misunderstand how much they actually need. From muscle building to aging and metabolic health, protein plays a much bigger role than just gym performance. We explain how protein needs change with age, activity level, and health goals, and why spreading protein throughout the day matters more than most people think. You’ll learn: - How much protein Dr. Phillips recommends per meal and per day - Why protein needs increase as you get older - The difference between minimum requirements and optimal intake - Why timing and distribution of protein matters - Whether plant based and animal proteins are equally effective - Common protein myths that still confuse people If you’ve been unsure whether you’re eating too much protein or not enough, this episode gives you a clear, science based explanation without exaggeration or trends. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your diet or lifestyle.

    17 min
  2. The New American Food Food Guide: Docs Break It Down

    1 DAY AGO

    The New American Food Food Guide: Docs Break It Down

    📩 Contact us talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, the doctors break down the new food guide and explain what has actually changed and why it matters for your health. Instead of focusing on calorie counting or strict food rules, the updated guide shifts toward food quality, balance, and long term habits. We explain how these changes affect everyday eating and whether the new approach is backed by real science. You’ll learn: - Why the new food guide moved away from strict food groups - The emphasis on whole foods, protein sources, and fiber - Why plant based foods are now front and center - What happened to dairy and meat recommendations - How ultra processed foods fit into the new guidance - Whether this way of eating supports heart health, weight, and longevity If you’ve been confused by mixed nutrition advice or are unsure how to apply the new food guide in real life, this episode gives you a clear, doctor approved breakdown without the hype. https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your diet or lifestyle.

    28 min
  3. Is Your Brain Controlling Your Health?

    2 DAYS AGO

    Is Your Brain Controlling Your Health?

    Make Your Damn Cheese: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection 👉 Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Make-Your-Damn-Cheese-Understanding/dp/0757321828 📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, we are joined by Dr. John Chuback to break down the science behind the mind-body connection and why it matters more than most people realize. How you think, feel, and respond to stress can have real effects on your heart, immune system, and overall physical health. We explore how mental stress translates into physical symptoms, why chronic stress can worsen disease, and what the evidence actually shows about the connection between the brain and the body. This is not mindset hype. It is physiology. You’ll learn: • How stress and emotions affect the nervous system and inflammation • Why chronic stress can increase cardiovascular risk • The role hormones play in linking mental and physical health • How the brain influences pain, fatigue, and recovery • Practical ways to support both mental and physical health If you have ever felt physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation, this episode helps connect the dots using real science and clinical experience. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. #mindbodyconnection #stressandhealth #cardiovascularhealth #mentalhealthawareness #brainbody #chronicstress #healthscience #doctorapproved #evidencebased #talkingwithdocs

    30 min
  4. Do You Have A Kidney Stone? Diagnosis, Treatment, And How To Prevent Them

    3 DAYS AGO

    Do You Have A Kidney Stone? Diagnosis, Treatment, And How To Prevent Them

    📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Kidney stones are one of the most painful medical conditions people experience, yet many do not understand why they form or how to prevent them. In this episode, the doctors break down what kidney stones actually are, why they develop, and the biggest risk factors most people overlook. From hydration and diet to supplements and genetics, we explain what increases your risk and what truly helps lower it. You’ll learn: - What kidney stones are made of and how they form - Common symptoms and when pain becomes a medical emergency - The biggest dietary and hydration mistakes that increase risk - Whether calcium, salt, or protein intake plays a role - Practical ways to reduce your chances of getting kidney stones again If you’ve had kidney stones before or want to avoid them altogether, this episode gives you clear, evidence-based guidance without fear or misinformation. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. #kidneystones #kidneyhealth #hydrationmatters #urology #healtheducation #doctorapproved #painprevention #medicalmyths #talkingwithdocs

    16 min
  5. Dry January: Are There Real Health Benefits?

    4 DAYS AGO

    Dry January: Are There Real Health Benefits?

    📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Many people try Dry January hoping for better sleep, weight loss, and a health reset but does cutting out alcohol for one month actually make a difference? In this episode, the doctors break down what really happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol for 30 days. From liver function and blood pressure to sleep quality and mental clarity, we explain which benefits are real, which are overhyped, and who Dry January actually helps the most. You’ll learn: - What happens to your liver and metabolism when you stop drinking - How alcohol affects sleep, hormones, and energy levels - Whether Dry January leads to lasting health improvements - If one month off alcohol can lower blood pressure and cholesterol - Who benefits most from Dry January and who may not If you’ve ever wondered whether Dry January is worth it or just another wellness trend, this episode gives you a clear, science-based answer without the guilt or hype. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 1 Brown University Review (2024) - Alcohol and Alcoholism 2 Mehta et al. (2018) - BMJ Open (insulin resistance, liver function) 3 Multiple UK studies on long-term behavior change 4 Cancer risk reduction research 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. #dryjanuary #alcoholhealth #liverhealth #sleephealth #metabolichealth #hearthealth #doctorapproved #healthmyths #wellnessscience #talkingwithdocs

    9 min
  6. Dribbling After You Pee? Here’s How To Fix

    5 DAYS AGO

    Dribbling After You Pee? Here’s How To Fix

    📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Leaking urine after you think you’re done peeing is more common than people realize, and it’s called post void leakage or post void dribble. In this episode, the doctors explain why urine can remain trapped in the urethra, who is most at risk, and what this symptom may signal about your pelvic floor or prostate health. You’ll learn: - What post void leakage actually is and why it happens - Why men experience this more often than women - The role of pelvic floor weakness and urethral anatomy - When post void dribble is normal vs when to get checked - Simple habits and exercises that can help reduce leakage If you’ve ever noticed drips after leaving the bathroom or stains minutes later, this episode breaks down the cause without embarrassment and explains what you can actually do about it. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only. Nothing included in this video is meant to be or should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. #postvoiddribble #urinaryhealth #menshealth #pelvicfloor #bladderhealth #urohealth #healthsymptoms #doctorapproved #talkingwithdocs

    4 min
  7. Belly Fat Getting You Down? Here’s Why And How To Reduce It

    6 DAYS AGO

    Belly Fat Getting You Down? Here’s Why And How To Reduce It

    📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Fat loss is one of the most misunderstood topics in health. Most people blame slow metabolism, bad genetics, or the wrong diet when progress stalls., but the real reasons are often much simpler and far less talked about. In this episode, the doctors break down what actually drives fat loss and why so many popular strategies fail. From calorie balance to hormones, muscle mass, and daily habits, we explain what matters most and what people waste time worrying about. This is not about trends, detoxes, or extreme plans just the science behind losing body fat in a sustainable way. You’ll learn: - The difference between fat loss and weight loss - Why calorie balance still matters, even with “healthy” eating - How hormones, sleep, and stress influence fat loss - Why exercise alone often does not lead to fat loss - Common mistakes that slow progress without you realizing - What doctors focus on for long-term, realistic results If you’ve been doing “everything right” but not seeing changes, this episode helps you understand what’s missing without guilt, hype, or confusion. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your diet or lifestyle.

    14 min
  8. Are Tattoos Bad For Your Health? Do They Cause Cancer? Docs Review The Evidence

    15 FEB

    Are Tattoos Bad For Your Health? Do They Cause Cancer? Docs Review The Evidence

    📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Tattoos are more common than ever, but recent research has raised important questions about their long-term safety. In this episode, the doctors break down whether tattoos are linked to higher risks of skin cancer and lymphoma, based on newer scientific studies. We take a closer look at a large twin study from Denmark and explain why researchers are paying attention to tattoo ink, immune responses, and cancer risk. The doctors also clarify what these findings do and do not mean for people who already have tattoos. You’ll learn: - What recent studies say about tattoos and cancer risk - Why a large Danish twin study caught researchers’ attention - The possible link between tattoo ink, immune response, and lymphoma - Whether tattoos are associated with skin cancer risk - How to interpret these findings without unnecessary fear If you have tattoos or are thinking about getting one, this episode helps you understand the science without panic, misinformation, or clickbait. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Talking-with-Docs-100066771782727/ 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making changes to your health or lifestyle. Full disclaimer at talkingwithdocs.com. #tattoos #cancerrisk #skincancer #lymphoma #medicalresearch #healthscience #doctorapproved #tattoofacts #talkingwithdocs

    18 min
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Doctors Brad Weening and Paul Zalzal along with other guest specialists, help you understand different health conditions in short, fun and instructive videos. Watch the videos and listen the podcast to learn valuable information and enjoy an easy-to-understand approach to complex health conditions.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    171
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Talking With Docs Podcast

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