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What if the “healthy” supplements you trust are quietly increasing your cancer risk?

In this episode, I’m joined by Keith Bishop, a retired pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, cancer coach, author, and founder of Prevail Over Cancer. In his work he brings decades of experience at the crossroads of pharmacy, natural medicine, and cancer care.

His journey from pharmacy owner to cancer-focused practitioner started when a few of his family members faced prostate cancer. This pushed him to study food, genetics, and supplementation long before it was mainstream. This even made him “the witch doctor” in the traditional medicine community. The conversation covers the hidden risks of folic acid, what supplements are useless, and how testing can reveal the gaps that diet and supplements alone can’t fix.

You’ll Learn:



• Why folic acid supplements can raise your cancer risk
• What forms of minerals are almost impossible to absorb
• The link between the MTHFR gene and higher cancer risk
• How to manage nutrient deficiencies when your body can’t absorb food properly
• Why vitamin D doesn’t function like a vitamin
• How genetics can block the benefits of Vitamin D
• The three supplements Keith would never live without for cancer prevention
• The number one thing you need to focus on before supplements
• The biggest mistakes people make when it comes to supplementation
• The easy to follow rule Keith uses to guide his daily meals and portion control
• How infrared sauna use functions as a cancer cell killer

Timestamps:



[00:00] Introduction

[03:04] The turning point from pharmacy to natural medicine and early cancer cases

[10:24] Supplement quality, folic acid risks, and the role of genetic testing in cancer prevention

[20:02] Counterfeit supplements and the need for testing

[22:43] Top supplements for cancer prevention and the importance of diet choices

[35:41] Biggest mistakes people make with supplements and why food comes first

[41:25] Cancer prevention foods

[57:21] Benefits of sauna therapy and exercise for long-term health

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Slowing down isn’t lazy. It’s medicine for your nervous system, and it might be the missing piece in your cancer story.

In this episode, I walk through the years leading up to my cancer diagnosis and why I believe stress was the common thread that set the stage. Caregiving for my mom through her stage four cancer, swallowing grief, pushing through burnout, even over-exercising, it all added up. There is a big difference between acute and chronic stress, how it hijacks your immune system, and why it matters for cancer prevention and healing. There are some simple, practical tools that calm your body that anybody can start doing today. It’s about building awareness and reshaping the terrain inside your body so it can finally start to repair.

You’ll Learn:



• What happens inside your body when cortisol and adrenaline stay elevated for too long
• The link between chronic stress and weakened immune surveillance against abnormal cells
• Why my genetic testing showed no inherited cancer risk and what that revealed about environment
• How chronic stress can flip on inflammatory pathways through epigenetics
• Practical tools that quickly move your body from fight-or-flight into rest-and-repair
• The role of boundaries, sleep, and slowing down as medicine for your nervous system
• Why awareness is the first step to breaking free from chronic stress

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[03:37] Finding out my Mom was sick with cancer

[07:55] Grief, PTSD, therapy, and trying to get my life back on track

[10:02] Deciding to start a family and ineffective fertility drugs leading to a benign pituitary tumor diagnosis

[12:18] Vivid dream of my Mom around her 1 year death anniversary, and a horrible feeling the bad news was not over

[13:47] Visiting my doctor for neck pain, joking about how I wanted to make sure I didn’t have cancer, running tests and an X-ray

[15:31] A call from my doctor and my cancer diagnosis

[26:52] Practical tools for breaking away from chronic stress

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There are only eight things I refuse to skip for my health… even on my hardest days.

In this episode, I share the eight daily practices that keep me grounded, healthy, and moving forward as an eight-year  non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cancer survivor. I take you back to the years after chemo when I felt stuck in PTSD, frozen in fear, and disconnected from my own body, and I explain exactly how I rebuilt from there. These habits aren’t fancy or complicated, but they’ve changed everything about how I feel day to day.

You’ll learn:



• The daily habits that carried me through recovery and why they still matter eight years later
• What happens to your nervous system when you stay stuck in fight, flight, or freeze after chemo
• The reason gratitude practice rewires the brain and lowers anxiety for survivors
• The link between morning sunlight, circadian rhythm, melatonin, and cancer prevention
• The drink that delivers three times the antioxidants of regular green tea and helps target cancer stem cells
• How exercise lowers recurrence risk by up to 40–50% in certain cancers
• The impact on blood sugar when you shift from carb-heavy breakfasts to protein-rich ones
• Simple stress-break tools that instantly calms the nervous system
• The damage of a sluggish lymphatic system and tips to support detox
• Why deep, consistent sleep is the most underrated healing tool for repair and prevention

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[08:32] Gratitude practice rewires the brain and supports cancer recovery

[11:33] Morning sunlight balances hormones and strengthens cancer prevention

[13:21] The drink that delivers powerful antioxidants and targets cancer stem cells

[16:22] Daily movement reduces cancer risk and strengthens the mind and body

[21:30] A protein-rich breakfast stabilizes blood sugar and supports cancer prevention

[24:04] Stress breaks reset the nervous system and prevent chronic inflammation

[27:26] Detox practices support lymphatic health and reduce inflammation after cancer

[32:00] Quality sleep drives deep healing and strengthens the body’s recovery

Resources Mentioned:

Eat to Beat Disease by William W Li MD | Book or Audiobook

Pique Tea | Website

Primally Pure Bath Salts | Website

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What happens when cancer turns your whole life upside down twice?

In this episode, I sit down with Elissa Goodman, an integrative holistic nutritionist. She faced Hodgkin’s lymphoma, later developed Hashimoto’s after radiation, and lost her husband, Mark, to cancer in his mid-forties. She’s helped thousands of clients manage their health issues, created the EG Kitchen Cleanse in Los Angeles, and wrote the book Cancer Hacks.

We talk about the turning points that made her stop the rat race and start healing, the essentials that still anchor her day, and the tools she uses now. Grief, caregiving, mindset, and real community thread through the whole conversation.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[05:17] The moment that uncovered Elissa’s cancer

[07:23] Losing her husband to lymphoma and what changed

[11:56] The self-criticism trap and the plant medicine that broke it

[19:07] What five days of clean eating can transform

[21:52] The practices that are game changers in her daily health

[25:40] Shifting from plant-based protein to animal protein for balance and energy

[30:56] Juicing greens and cruciferous vegetables as powerful cancer-fighting staples

[37:07] How extensive bloodwork reveals what conventional doctors often miss

[42:48] The core cancer hacks Elissa lives by

Resources Mentioned:

Radical Remission by Kelly A. Turner | Book or Audiobook

Cancer Hacks by Elissa Goodman | Book or Audiobook

EG Kitchen Cleanse by Elissa Goodman | Website

Cafe Gratitude | Website

M Café | Website

Rancho La Puerta | Website

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​​Comment below this episode on YouTube and let me know which foods you are committing to adding to your diet this week!

Most cancer survivors focus on what to avoid, but almost no one talks about what you must rebuild first.



In this episode, I’m sharing three foundational foods I believe every cancer survivor and cancer-conscious human should be intentionally adding to their diet. These aren’t trendy superfoods or expensive supplements. They’re everyday foods that directly support your immune system, hormones, metabolism, and gut, the systems that matter most after treatment and for long-term cancer prevention.

As an eight-year non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivor, I know firsthand that life after cancer isn’t just about survival. It’s about rebuilding an internal environment where your body feels stable, nourished, and supported. Here, I break down why protein intake after cancer is often misunderstood, how blood sugar balance impacts cravings and energy, and why prioritizing nutrition for cancer recovery can shift how you feel day to day.

If you’re navigating life after treatment, or you’re proactively thinking about foods to prevent cancer, this episode offers grounded, science-backed clarity without fear or overwhelm. Grab a pen. This is one you’ll want to revisit.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:57] The most overlooked food in cancer recovery and prevention

[03:59] How much protein cancer survivors actually need per meal to see real changes

[04:24] The dramatic shifts that happen when cancer survivors increase quality protein intake

[06:14] Chemotherapy and radiation devastate your gut microbiome

[08:33] Which fermented foods repair your gut and why prebiotics are essential

[10:41] How fiber functions as a cancer prevention tool through daily elimination

[12:45] Why eating 30 different plants per week creates a thriving gut microbiome

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What if the thing destroying your hormones isn't your diet, your stress, or even your age?



This episode is all about hormones and the top 10 deal breakers for good hormonal health. My guest, Robin Nielsen, is a board-certified integrative nutritionist specializing in women's health and hormone balance. She's the founder and CEO of Natural Hormone Solution and has helped over 100,000 women worldwide. Robin has interviewed over 200 leading healthcare experts, served as president of both the National Association of Women Business Owners and the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, and been featured on CBS's Eye on the Bay for her transformative women's retreats.

Most of us test the wrong hormones at the wrong times and miss what's really running the show. Robin breaks down the two major hormones that control everything else and why your body might be stuck in fight or flight. She shares the root causes that are stealing your energy, your sleep, and your metabolism, plus the one practice that finally let her release decades of repressed emotion without rehashing her entire past.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[06:33] How perfectionism, busyness, and brain chemistry create a hidden hormone spiral

[11:59] The endocrinologist whose work revealed the real root of her symptoms

[17:26] Why breathwork unleashes emotions trapped in the body

[22:14] The real reason doctors rarely test cortisol and what they’re missing

[26:00] The three-step circadian reset that changes everything

[35:01] Why ignoring early signals leads to metabolic shutdown

[37:07] The simple food rules that rebuild hormones from the ground up

[41:28] How she reversed enamel loss, arthritis, and varicose veins naturally

[47:05] The shocking connection between cholesterol and balanced hormones

[58:35] The mindset shift that instantly lowers cortisol

[01:02:18] The pivotal choice that finally healed her hormones

[01:12:34] How a strong immune system becomes a long-term cancer-prevention strategy

Resources Mentioned:

Natural Hormone Solution | Website

Robin’s Hormone Reset Program | Website

Complete Hormone Assessment | Website

Happy Light | Website

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What if your first meal could quietly tip the scales away from cancer?

Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a simple breakfast that helps lower inflammation while keeping blood sugar steady? Good news. There is! It's the same combination of real, unprocessed ingredients I've eaten for years because it helped me rebuild my body and support remission. Instead of chasing trends, I lean on what the research shows actually protects my cells.

Most people start the day with something fast that secretly spikes blood sugar, stirs up inflammation, and leaves hormones scrambling to keep up. This episode zooms in on how a different kind of breakfast can signal safety, calm your stress response, and feed the systems that keep cell damage in check without relying on anything ultra-processed. Pairing certain nutrients together turns one ordinary meal into a daily prevention strategy instead of just another rush-through-it bite.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[02:32] Why breakfast becomes a daily opportunity for cancer prevention

[03:46] The nutrient-dense power of pasture-raised eggs

[04:36] How wild-caught salmon transforms the inflammatory environment around your cells

[05:22] What my daily ‘secret weapon’ is

[06:58] The gut-healing impact of coconut kefir paired with antioxidant-rich fruits

[07:22] The cellular benefits of berries, pomegranates, and kiwi

[08:34] How this breakfast stabilizes blood sugar, lowers inflammation, and fuels detox pathways

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What if the thing you put on your plate today could change the entire environment inside your body?

Food carries so much power in shaping what your body can and can’t do, and the best part is—it’s all in your control. After cancer, I realized my doctors weren’t guiding me on how to support myself through nutrition, so I had to figure it out on my own. That journey taught me that food isn’t just fuel. It’s information that influences how your body repairs, protects, and responds to stress. It’s what your new cells are created from. You are what you eat.

The real issue is how easy it is to forget what real food actually does when the world is filled with enticing, processed distractions. Small shifts can completely change the terrain your cells live in, and it doesn’t need to be over complicated. Simply adding in specific foods does a world of good for your body, even if you don’t change anything else.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:35] The real reason understanding your "why" changes your choices

[02:51] What makes broccoli sprouts uniquely powerful

[03:47] How green tea compounds influence cancer cell behavior

[05:00] What happens when garlic is crushed and left to rest before cooking

[05:26] The surprising impact of berries on tumor growth

[06:37] 2 specific ingredients that boost turmeric beneficial effects

[07:05] How medicinal mushrooms support immune surveillance

[08:04] Why leafy greens play a role in recurrence risk

[09:09] What makes cooked tomatoes especially effective

[09:51] How flax and basil seeds influence hormone balance

[10:35] Why cruciferous vegetables support detox and cell regulation

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What if the moment that nearly broke you was actually the thing trying to wake you up?

In this episode, I sit down with Tonya Agostino, the founder of Unstoppable Joy and a survivor of triple-negative breast cancer. Her background in legal work and running a restaurant shaped the way she rebuilt her life after hearing the words no one wants to hear. She speaks openly about the moments that nearly took her out and the unexpected turning point that shifted everything.

The conversation digs into what it’s like when your world becomes appointments, tests, fear, and survival, and why the real battle often starts long before treatment does. Choices get murky when you’re sick, scared, and exhausted, and clarity doesn’t come easy when you’re stuck in fight-or-flight. There’s a way through, but it’s usually not the one you think it is.

Sometimes… the smartest move is giving your body what it already needs.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00:00] Introduction

[00:06:48] Cortisol levels can reveal underlying issues when doctors miss symptoms

[00:14:38] Why fight-or-flight mode blocks healing during treatment

[00:15:08] Why survivors need more support after ringing the bell

[00:17:44] The heartbreaking choice to stop chemo due to trauma

[00:24:27] What happened during a four-hour sound therapy session

[00:36:14] How a doctor's words during diagnosis can be life or death

[00:48:18] The surprising lack of a healing roadmap after treatment ends

[01:22:56] Why cancer can be the life-altering jolt toward your true path

Learn more about Unstoppable Joy:

Unstoppable Joy | Website

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Unstoppable Joy | Instagram

Unstoppable Joy | Podcast

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