Why Did I Get Cancer?

67. Dr. Josh Axe (Part 1): A Conversation on Mindset Wellness

How do our thoughts impact our health? Does our mindset impact our likelihood of getting cancer? 
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Josh Axe to talk about how our mindset affects our overall health. Dr. Axe is an expert in natural medicine, chiropractic care, and clinical nutrition and is a trusted source for those seeking holistic approaches to wellness.
His dedication to empowering individuals to eat healthily and live vibrantly led him to establish a functional medicine center in Nashville in 2008, which rapidly gained international recognition and solidified his reputation as a leader in the field.
In today’s episode, Dr. Axe shares the benefits of natural medicine and holistic approaches to understanding the mysteries behind cancer and empowering ourselves with the tools for a healthier tomorrow.
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

66. Cheap and Easy Home Detox with The Healthy Home Experts Lisa & Ron Beres

After moving into her new home, Lisa Beres quickly started to feel not quite right. It took some time to pinpoint where her symptoms were coming from, but once she did, she was on a mission to eradicate the source of the problem - her newly remodeled home! 
Along with her husband Ron, they are The Healthy Home Dream Team®, and they want to help you detox your environment with cheap and easy tips. 
In today’s episode, they share a ton of useful information about making informed choices – a healthy diet, regular exercise, and even forsaking conventional deodorants in favor of a chemical-free lifestyle. They will teach us about detoxifying one's surroundings and uncovering toxins hidden in everyday products.
Let's learn the secrets to creating a healthier and more mindful living environment with The Healthy Home Dream Team®.
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

65. Can Acupuncture Help Prevent Cancer? with Dr. Amanda Tieu (RE-RELEASE)

Dr. Amanda Tieu states, "Acupuncture has little to no risk and helps with pain, stress, and inflammation."
She's seen many success stories, from helping couples with infertility to injured veterans who've tried everything for pain. In the case of Dr. Tieu's Army veteran patient, his Dr. suggested acupuncture as a last-ditch effort to try before getting surgery; spoiler alert, the veteran had so much success with acupuncture and pain management that he skipped the surgery!
Dr. Tieu also discussed how acupuncture can inhibit the signals from the brain that are screaming, PAIN! It can block pain signals and turn down inflammation.
I've had great success in using acupuncture to manage pain. I broke my leg snow skiing twenty-five years ago and didn't have the resources to get it fixed using surgery (I didn't have good health insurance, owned a business, and couldn't afford to take time off). I used acupuncture for pain management and inflammation. Fast forward to today, and I've trained for and completed five half marathons and surf five days a week.
I can tell you that my experience with acupuncture has been nothing but positive!
 
Dr. Tieu received her Doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine, Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and License in Massage Therapy at Bastyr University. She is board certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE) and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). 
She has participated in local nonprofit organizations that sought to provide care to underserved patients, focused on acute injuries and post-recovery treatments of athletes at Bastyr’s Sports Medicine Club, and volunteered as a clinical care member at her local hospital.
Dr. Tieu believes in providing quality patient care through an integrative medical approach. She is passionate about bringing sustainable changes to a patient’s overall health. Her current areas of interest are primary care, pain management, and dermatology.
 
More information about the health benefits of accupuncture:
Researchers pinpoint how acupuncture targets inflammation – Harvard Gazette
The Anti-Inflammatory Actions and Mechanisms of Acupuncture from Acupoint to Target Organs via Neuro-Immune Regulation - PubMed (nih.gov)
Effect of Acupuncture on Oxidative Stress and Inflammation: From Mechanisms to Therapeutic Applications (researchgate.net)
 
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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The Body Deli:
 Here are my favorite products that are always in my bathroom:
Creme de la Rose moisturizer.
Phoenix lift face and neck oil (when I run out of this, my face gets so dry and cranky!)
Blueberry Fusion Cleanser.
Vitamin C Serum.
 Body Deli: Use the code 'ENOS15' at checkout for 15% off!
The Body Deli – Why Did I Get Cancer?
 
This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

64. What Does Indiana Jones Know About Preventing Cancer? A Conversation with Archaeologist Dr. Bill Schindler (RE-RELEASE)

Dr. Bill Schindler told me that in 2 decades of research, he’d learned two simple truths:
Humans are sicker than ever before, and
We must learn from the ancestral past to correct the mistakes of the modern food system.
In today's podcast, Dr. S. tells us we should ask ourselves not what we should eat but how; specifically, to look at food in an ancestral way that makes the food we eat as safe and nourishing as it can be for our bodies.
Bill has spent his career studying indigenous groups worldwide and now understands that living a full and healthy life means understanding how people prepared their food hundreds of years ago.
We had an enlightening discussion about fermented foods, nixtamalizing, organ meats, and farmer's markets. He explained that our digestive tract is very inefficient and "processing our foods," for example, eating sourdough bread can allow our bodies to absorb more nutrients from the food.
His website states that our relationship with food does not exist in a vacuum. That is why diets don't work – they are always out of context because they do not consider the other aspects of "life" that are so important to us. How we acquire, process, store, share, and consume food is uniquely human and embedded in practically all aspects of our lives. So learning to eat like humans again is really about learning to live like humans again.
I HIGHLY recommend purchasing his book, taking one of his online classes, or following him on social media! Click the link below for more deets!
 
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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The Body Deli:
 Here are my favorite products that are always in my bathroom:
Creme de la Rose moisturizer.
Phoenix lift face and neck oil (when I run out of this, my face gets so dry and cranky!)
Blueberry Fusion Cleanser.
Vitamin C Serum.
 Body Deli: Use the code 'ENOS15' at checkout for 15% off!
The Body Deli – Why Did I Get Cancer?
 
This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

63. Clearing the Path: Eliminating Toxic Relationships for a Better Life

The impact of toxic individuals on both life and health cannot be ignored. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Gregory Jantz, a renowned author and the visionary behind The Center - A Place of HOPE. With his extensive expertise in whole-person care and depression treatment, Dr. Jantz engages in insightful conversations on handling toxic relationships.
You can anticipate valuable insights as Dr. Jantz identifies the signs of toxic relationships, understands their effects on mental and physical well-being, and offers practical strategies for navigating and minimizing their impact. 
This podcast episode promises meaningful discussions and actionable advice for dealing with the challenges posed by toxic relationships.
 
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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The Body Deli:
 Here are my favorite products that are always in my bathroom:
Creme de la Rose moisturizer.
Phoenix lift face and neck oil (when I run out of this, my face gets so dry and cranky!)
Blueberry Fusion Cleanser.
Vitamin C Serum.
 Body Deli: Use the code 'ENOS15' at checkout for 15% off!
The Body Deli – Why Did I Get Cancer?
 
This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

62. Do We Need to Stop Burning Candles? The Truth About EDCs.

What are EDCs and why should you care about them? 
Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) are a group of compounds that, despite being unnoticeable, have the potential to disrupt the delicate balance of our endocrine system. These seemingly harmless substances are part of our daily lives, from the products we use to the food we consume. EDCs lurk in unexpected places, impacting hormonal functions and, consequently, our overall well-being.
I’ve invited environmental toxins and green living expert Deborah de Moulpied onto the show to give us the 411 on all things EDCs.
Stick around to learn where these toxic chemicals are hiding in our daily lives and how we can minimize our exposure.
 
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
 
 
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

61. Is Tap Water Safe to Drink? (RE-RELEASE)

If you're going to only listen to one of my podcast episodes this year, THIS IS THE ONE!
Wendy is a Toxins Lawyer and clean-living coach, and we had a candid and, at times, frightening conversation about tap water and cancer risk.
Before cancer, I would say that I was suspicious but still trusting; for example, if the water was coming out of my tap, I believed the government was doing its job to keep us safe.
Then the train derailed in Ohio, and within days the local government was telling its citizens the water was just fine. 
I'm not a water expert, but I know enough to figure out that the water is unfit for consumption when thousands of chemicals get dumped into local waterways.
Wendy explained that when the clean water act was signed in 1974 that it worked well for the next 15 years. Then the local water companies decided they couldn't keep up with the water testing regulations, so the clean water act was amended. The EPA left it up to the discretion of individual water agencies to test or not test.
Since then, only two additional contaminants have been added to the list of chemicals to be aware of. And let's be honest; new chemicals are being created yearly in our country. Sadly, this is an example of buyer beware; we can no longer trust the water from our tap.
Here are my questions:
1. What's in my local water?
   Go to this site to check out what contaminants might be in your local tap: EWG Tap Water Database.
2. What can we do to drink water without contaminants?
   Filter, filter, filter! Wendy discusses her fav filters in this podcast episode.
3. How much is this going to cost me?
   Wendy says this is the most critical first step to detoxing, so it will cost money; UGH! But she has multiple suggestions for filters at a variety of price points.
Download Wendy's guide called Tossing the Toxins at www.tossingthetoxins.com.
The Body Deli:
 Here are my favorite products that are always in my bathroom:
Creme de la Rose moisturizer.
Phoenix lift face and neck oil (when I run out of this, my face gets so dry and cranky!)
Blueberry Fusion Cleanser.
Vitamin C Serum.
 Body Deli: Use the code 'ENOS15' at checkout for 15% off!
The Body Deli – Why Did I Get Cancer?
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

60. Best of 2023

Today, let’s explore the two most downloaded episodes of 2023 for the "Why Did I Get Cancer?" podcast! These episodes left a lasting impact on our community and I had a great time going back and relistening to all of the great insights these guests shared.
The first standout episode featured sleep expert Devin Burke. Devin shed light on the profound connection between sleep and overall well-being. It's not surprising that this episode became a favorite among our audience, as the information provided by Devin was valuable and addressed a common struggle we all share.
I was a bit surprised to discover the second most downloaded episode, which was an episode that discussed the potential connection between boundaries and cancer. Known for his expertise in personal development and boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud talked about our issues related to boundaries, codependency, and people-pleasing which could contribute to the risk of cancer. 
Join me in this review episode as I reflect on the wisdom shared by Devin and Dr. Cloud.
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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59. Can the Body Heal Itself from Cancer or Autoimmune Disorders? (RE-RELEASE)

I loved my conversation with Holistic Nurse Practitioner Alyssa Siegel.
Alyssa is not afraid to go against big pharma to tell us how to use pharmaceutical alternatives, such as supplements and tinctures.
She believes that the body can heal itself if we create a healthy environment so our bodies can thrive. 
She is in hot pursuit of trying to find out what made her patients ill in the first place; what's the root cause of why they're sick?
She believes that the body is designed to heal itself and that you can recover if you can lower your toxin load. She also talks about the emotional aspect of illness and how that can be a considerable contributor to staying sick.
She was also very candid that the food most of us consume is very inflammatory, and it's difficult to heal when your body is in a state of inflammation.
She offered doable health hacks so that your body can heal itself!
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and none of the information should be construed as medical advice. Listeners should seek guidance from their own medical team before making any medical or lifestyle changes.

58. Embracing the Extraordinary: A Conversation with Jen Bricker-Bauer

Born without legs, Jenn Bricker-Bauer defied the odds to become a world-renowned aerialist, competitive gymnast, and published author.
As we discuss her amazing story, we'll explore her triumphs and the hurdles she faced with unparalleled strength. 
Join me in this captivating conversation and discover the boundless possibilities that exist when one embraces the power of the human spirit.
Visit whydidigetcancer.com for full show notes.
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