Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen are joined by the knowledgeable science educator Jonathan Jarry, MS to discuss complementary and alternative medicine.
Jonathan Jarry is a science communicator for McGill University’s Office for Science and Society. He has a master’s degree in molecular biology, and he brings his experience in cancer research, human genetics, rehabilitation research, and forensic biology to the work he does for the public. Jonathan also co-hosts the award-winning medical podcast The Body of Evidence, and he is frequently quoted in local, national and international media on issues of science and pseudoscience.
Points of discussion include:
- What is evidence-based medicine? What is science-based medicine?
- What is a randomized clinical trial?
- What is complementary & alternative medicine (CAM)?
- What is the wellness industry?
- What are some qualities that all complementary & alternative medicine modalities have in common?
- Specific alternative medicine modalities discussed include:
- Chiropractic
- Naturopathy
- Homeopathy
- Acupuncture
- What is the placebo effect?
- What is regression to the mean?
- What’s the difference between correlation and causation?
- Is using yoga as “medicine” or “therapy” evidence-based?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Find Jonathan Jarry’s work at the Office for Science and Society at McGill University
Follow Jonathan Jarry on Twitter
Listen to Jonathan’s award-winning podcast The Body of Evidence
Book recommendation by Jonathan: Trick or Treatment
Jonathan Jarry on the Adaptabilia podcast
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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