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April 5, 2023

The Truth About...Dairy. Does it Promote Cancer?

Does milk really “do a body good?” Great marketing, but what’s the truth? Tina & Leah tackle this tough question as they sift through the data on dairy. As always, they stick to the facts. (No dogma allowed.) Should you indu...

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March 22, 2023

The Movement Mentor: Sarah Court PT, DPT, e-RYT

What's the best type of movement during and after cancer treatment? How do you integrate exercise without hurting yourself? Tina & Leah talk with movement expert Sarah Court about what yoga can do (and can't!), aerobic vs. re...

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March 8, 2023

Fasting, Is It Worth It?

Does fasting during treatment make it work better? Does overnight fasting stave off recurrence? How does fasting affect cancer in general? Tina & Leah talk about the benefits (and risks!) of limiting food intake during and af...

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Feb. 22, 2023

Post-Treatment Collateral Damage: Long Term Side Effects

We're talking talk sh!t in this one, survivorsh!t, that is. Along the way, we drop tips for how to lessen the long-term side effects of cancer treatments that put a real wrench in survivorship. This 40,000-foot view hits on ...

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Feb. 8, 2023

Magnesium: The Goldilocks Nutrient?

Magnesium deficiency is incredibly common. No need for this, though. There are simple labs to run. You can also fix a deficiency with food and supplements. But what are some symptoms of Mg deficiency? And who should NOT be ta...

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Jan. 25, 2023

B12: Harmless Vitamin? or Cancer's BFF?

Did you know blood levels of B12 are likely to be high in those with cancer? Is this harmful? What about B12 deficiency? What should you look for? Tina & Leah talk about vitamin B12 and why you shouldn’t just take it willy-ni...

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Jan. 13, 2023

Trailer: The Cancer Pod

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Jan. 11, 2023

Melatonin: Should You be Taking it?

Melatonin is a popular supplement in cancer care. Tina & Leah review the many uses of melatonin and tackle some controversies around this powerful hormone. Join us as they chat, like only two naturopathic docs can. Did you k...

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Jan. 1, 2023

Reminiscing... Our 50th episode on Integrative Oncology!

We’re celebrating our 50th episode! Looking back, even we are amazed at how much ground we’ve covered. Join us as we hit the highlights from past and take on some listener questions. This is a one-of-a-kind episode! Oh, and H...

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Dec. 14, 2022

Slowing Cancer & The Cancer Conflict

Are there any natural cancer cures out there? What the heck is the abscopal effect? Should you pursue it? What is the goal of your treatment? How do you decide between treatment A versus treatment B? Are antioxidants always a...

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Nov. 30, 2022

Risk Reduction & The Cancer Conflict

In this episode, Tina & Leah discuss how you can reliably reduce your risk of cancer occurrence, recurrence, or improve your odds if you currently have cancer. They pick up where they left off in Episode 47, talking about The...

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Nov. 23, 2022

The Cancer Conflict: Conventional vs. Alternative Treatments

How do you choose your treatment? Conventional? Alternative? A combination of both (integrative)? Listen in as Tina & Leah discuss some do’s and don’ts of decision making that you need to know. A film called The Cancer Confli...

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Nov. 9, 2022

Amy & Stef, Cancer for Breakfast: #cancerinsider

Join us as we talk about navigating survivorship with Amy & Stef. As always, the conversation is upbeat and includes tips for survivors and caregivers alike. Amy & Stef started Cancer for Breakfast, a podcast and community, w...

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Nov. 2, 2022

Minisode: The Results

We taped a minisode to wrap up Leah's story and share the results of her biopsy! Ah, life of a #cancerinsider…tune in to find out how the story plays out. Support the show Our website: https://www.thecancerpod.com Join us for...

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Oct. 26, 2022

Leah's Story Part 2 #CancerInsider

Leah’s story picks up where Part 1 left off. We update you on what’s happening with that suspicious area on her MRI, continue talking about details of her past treatment and integrate some lessons along the way. Join us as ...

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Oct. 19, 2022

Leah's Story Part 1 #cancerinsider

Leah has the dubious distinction of being our #cancerinsider. In this episode, she shares her history of diagnosis and treatment while seeing patients at an integrative cancer center. Join us in this unscripted chat! Today, L...

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Oct. 5, 2022

Who's in Your Pod? Mary Barnhart, MD: The Breast Surgeon

Dr. Mary Barnhart is a former dietitian and retired breast surgeon. From the idea of spreading tumors with biopsies (true or false?) to who gets to pick the music in the OR, Tina & Leah ask some tough questions in this one. U...

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Sept. 21, 2022

Who's in Your Pod? Sammy Peterson: The Oncology Dietitian

Sammy Peterson, RD, CSO (Certified Specialist in Oncology), talks about an approach to diet and wellness that won’t leave you stressed out. Join us in this engaging chat. Guaranteed you’ll be ready to take action. We all want...

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Sept. 14, 2022

Who's in Your Pod? Amy Rothenberg, ND: The Naturopathic Doctor

Join us as we chat with naturopathic physician, teacher, author, and cancer survivor Dr. Amy Rothenberg. Dr. Rothenberg had been a naturopathic physician for 30+ years when she was diagnosed with cancer. Her story is one of ...

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Aug. 31, 2022

Curcumin: Supplements 101

Curcumin is what makes turmeric orange. It is also a very popular supplement. What does it do exactly? How should it be taken? How is it used in integrative oncology? Can you take it with chemo? Tina & Leah answer these quest...

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Aug. 24, 2022

Mushrooms: Supplements 101

Mushrooms are a valuable food and medicine, but which ones are best? Are they safe during treatment for cancer? What’s the proper dose? Do they really affect immune function? Tina & Leah discuss all of this and more from a pr...

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Aug. 17, 2022

Glutamine: Supplements 101

L-glutamine is a "conditionally essential" amino acid. What's that? Tune in & find out: what glutamine is, what it does, and when you shouldn't be taking it. Tina & Leah discuss generalities and then delve into specifics, par...

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July 27, 2022

Hair Changes (The Return of Side Eff@cks)

Hair changes from treatment for cancer are common. Listen as Tina & Leah discuss what to expect, including which drugs lead to hair loss, how to reduce your risk, nutrients involved in hair regrowth, and ways to support hair ...

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July 20, 2022

Skin & Nail Changes (The Return of Side Eff@cks)

Skin & nail changes can happen with chemotherapy, radiation, oral drugs, and immune-directed therapies for cancer. There are ways to lower your risk with natural agents and simple measures. Tune in to hear two naturopathic ph...

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