The Flourish After Cancer Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

✨ Welcome to The Flourish After Cancer Podcast ✨ Ready to let go of fear and live your best life after cancer? You're in the right place! We’re dedicated to helping women thrive after cancer with research-backed, whole-body support to feel great and reduce recurrence risk. Here’s what you can expect: 💙 Expert insights on root cancer contributors, from hormones to epigenetics. 💙 Nutrition and supplements to support healing and block cancer-promoting inflammation. 💙 Testing beyond the standard CBC and liver/kidney panel. 💙 Clean living tips to reduce environmental contaminants. You deserve more than “watch and wait.” You deserve clarity, confidence, and a comprehensive plan that helps you feel amazing and protect your future. I’m Dr Megan Bernard, Naturopathic Doctor and founder of The Roadmap to Recovery. Alongside my expert team, we’ve helped thousands of women flourish after cancer with research-backed nutrition and functional medicine strategies. ⭐ Follow for weekly support.

After cancer, most women are told to “just eat healthy and stay positive.” But what if there were powerful, data-driven tools that could show you exactly what your body needs to stay strong and reduce the risk of recurrence—without the guesswork?

🎧 In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’m breaking down My Top 3 Favourite Functional Tests for Cancer Survivors—the ones my team and I return to again and again inside our practice to uncover what’s going on beneath the surface.

⚠️ This is a must-watch if: • You’re wondering why you still feel “off” even after finishing treatment • You’re tired of guessing with supplements, diets, and protocols • You’re curious about functional testing but don’t know where to start (or who to trust) • You're interested in how cancer may have started and want to dig deeper than what conventional protocols offer

💡 Here’s what we cover:

Why we NEVER jump straight into advanced testing → Foundations come first: strength training, sleep, joy, digestion, and targeted bloodwork → Without this? You’re building on sand.

What makes functional testing different → These tests don’t diagnose disease — they show us how to optimize your internal environment → It's not about killing cancer cells. It's about creating a body where cancer doesn’t want to grow.

🔬 The 3 Functional Tests I love (and exactly how we use them):

Epigenetic Test • Looks at how your genes are expressing — not just mutations • Guides us on how to support methylation, detox, inflammation & estrogen metabolism • Everyone in our program gets this test — it’s that impactful.

GI-MAP Stool Test • Gut health = immune health, hormone balance, detox, and inflammation • Crucial for hormone-related cancers and colorectal cancer survivors • Reveals things like estrogen recirculation, gut permeability, and immune suppression.

HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) • Shows mineral status and heavy metal burden • Offers clues into adrenal function, thyroid, stress load, and detox ability • Inexpensive, non-invasive, and so helpful once your foundations are strong.

🚫 We also dive into: • The most common mistakes people make with testing (and how to avoid wasting money) • Why conventional doctors may dismiss these tests — and why it’s not about science, but scope

🧭 Bottom line: We don’t use these tests to treat disease. We use them to build a stronger, more resilient body—one that’s deeply nourished, balanced, and better able to defend itself.

🎧 Listen in now, and don’t forget to leave a kind review and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast.

As a thank-you for your kind review, here’s what you’ll receive: ✅ 60 Days of Meals: 30-day plans for both vegetarian & omnivore lifestyles — includes grocery lists, nutrition facts & delicious photos

✅ Giveaway Entry (DRAW ON AUGUST 15, 2025)! 🎁 Epigenetic Test + 1:1 Personalized Review ($500 value) 🎁 Supplement Bundle curated by me ($200 value) 🎁 Ear Seed Kit for sleep, calm & stress support ($30 value) (Giveaway open to U.S. & Canada only)

How to Enter: 1️⃣ Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app 2️⃣ DM me “5 STARS” + a screenshot of your review on Instagram (@MeganBernardND) 3️⃣ I’ll send your meal plan + you can enter into the draw!

I’m Dr. Megan, a licensed naturopathic doctor. My team and I have worked with hundreds of women globally to rebuild their health after cancer and reduce recurrence risk using science-backed nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted supplement strategies—so they can feel confident, strong, and free to enjoy life again.

✨ BEST FREE RESOURCES:

• The First 4 Steps To Staying Cancer-Free: HERE

• The Staying Cancer-Free Workshop: HERE

• Tackling Cancer Prevention: The 6 Pillars of Defense: HERE

Let's Connect! 

Book a free Roadmap Call and let’s chat about how we can help: HERE

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• Instagram: @MeganBernardND

• Facebook: @MeganBernardND

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in these videos and podcasts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, medications, or lifestyle. Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care.

S01 E03 | The Important Blood Work Your Oncologist Isn't Ordering

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As a thank-you for your review, here’s what you’ll receive: ✅ 60 Days of Meals: 30-day plans for both vegetarian & omnivore lifestyles — includes grocery lists, nutrition facts & delicious photos

✅ Giveaway Entry (DRAW ON AUGUST 15, 2025)! 🎁 Epigenetic Test + 1:1 Personalized Review ($500 value) 🎁 Supplement Bundle curated by me ($200 value) 🎁 Ear Seed Kit for sleep, calm & stress support ($30 value) (Giveaway open to U.S. & Canada only)

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You’re doing everything you can to stay healthy after cancer… but what if your standard labs aren’t telling the full story?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the critical blood tests your oncologist probably isn’t running — but that can make a huge difference in your recovery and long-term health.

⚠️ This is a must-watch if: •  You’ve finished cancer treatment and feel stuck with vague advice like “just eat healthy.” •  You want a clearer picture of what’s really going on inside your body. •  You’re ready to stop guessing and start using data to lower your recurrence risk.

🩸 We’ll cover the specific blood markers I use with clients inside our post-cancer program — including: 1. IGF-1 – Why too much of this growth factor can increase recurrence risk (and how to lower it) 2. Blood sugar + insulin – What your HOMA-IR tells you and why balanced glucose is way more than a diabetes issue 3. Cholesterol – How chemo and hormone therapy can affect your heart and what advanced markers to test 4. Inflammation markers – Like hsCRP, ferritin, and the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, and what they tell us about healing 5. Vitamin D – The actual levels to aim for when it comes to cancer support (hint: “normal” might not be optimal)

📊 When we have the right data, we can build a tailored food, supplement, and lifestyle plan to support your healing and help your body stay cancer-free.

This isn’t guesswork. This is proactive, research-backed care — so you can stop living in fear and start living fully. 🌱

✨ BEST FREE RESOURCES: •  The Staying Cancer-Free Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/WorkshopSignUp •  My Blood Work Facts Handout: https://flourishaftercancer.com/BloodWorkHandout •  How To Stay Cancer-Free: Tackling Cancer Stem Cells: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/how-to-stay-cancer-free-tacking-cancer-stem-cells   •  Tackling Cancer Prevention: The 6 Pillars of Defense: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/tackling-cancer-prevention-the-6-pillars-of-defense

Let's Connect!  Book a free Roadmap Call and let’s chat about how we can help: https://flourishaftercancer.com/Apply 

Follow me: • Instagram: @MeganBernardND • Facebook:  @MeganBernardND • Website: https://flourishaftercancer.com/

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in these videos and podcasts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, medications, or lifestyle. Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care.

S01 E02 | The BEST Supplements To Block Cancer

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As a thank-you for your review, here’s what you’ll receive: ✅ 60 Days of Meals: 30-day plans for both vegetarian & omnivore lifestyles — includes grocery lists, nutrition facts & delicious photos

✅ Giveaway Entry (DRAW ON AUGUST 15, 2025)! 🎁 Epigenetic Test + 1:1 Personalized Review ($500 value) 🎁 Supplement Bundle curated by me ($200 value) 🎁 Ear Seed Kit for sleep, calm & stress support ($30 value) (Giveaway open to U.S. & Canada only)

How to Enter: 1️⃣ Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app 2️⃣ DM me “5 STARS” + a screenshot of your review on Instagram (@MeganBernardND) 3️⃣ I’ll send your meal plan + you can enter into the draw!

This episode is for anyone who’s ever filled a supplement cart online, second-guessed it, and thought, “Is this even doing anything?” You’ll walk away with clarity and next steps to feel better and reduce recurrence risk.

Because in today’s episode, I'm talking all about supplements—specifically, which ones are actually worth taking to help lower your risk of cancer coming back. If you’ve finished or nearly finished treatment and feel overwhelmed by supplement options, this episode will help you cut through the confusion.

I’ll break down what the research really says (and doesn’t say), why most supplements aren’t studied well, and how to use them strategically—not out of fear. 

🔍  We’ll cover five key areas to support with supplements and the ones my team and I commonly recommend for:  1. Inflammation 2. Cancer stem cells 3. Methylation 4. Hormone balance 5. Metabolic health

Plus, I’ll walk you through the most common supplement mistakes I see and how to build a smart, evidence-informed approach to long-term recovery.

I’m Dr. Megan, a licensed naturopathic doctor. My team and I have worked with hundreds of women globally to rebuild their health after cancer and reduce recurrence risk using science-backed nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted supplement strategies—so they can feel confident, strong, and free to enjoy life again.

✨ BEST FREE RESOURCES: •  The Staying Cancer-Free Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/WorkshopSignUp •  How To Stay Cancer-Free: Tackling Cancer Stem Cells: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/how-to-stay-cancer-free-tacking-cancer-stem-cells   •  Tackling Cancer Prevention: The 6 Pillars of Defense: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/tackling-cancer-prevention-the-6-pillars-of-defense

Let's Connect!  Book a free Roadmap Call and let’s chat about how we can help: https://flourishaftercancer.com/Apply

Follow me: • Instagram: @MeganBernardND • Facebook:  @MeganBernardND • Website: https://flourishaftercancer.com/

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in these videos and podcasts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, medications, or lifestyle. Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care.

S01 E01 | What No One Told You About Life After Cancer - The 3 Phases of Recurrence Prevention

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As a thank-you for your review, here’s what you’ll receive: ✅ 60 Days of Meals: 30-day plans for both vegetarian & omnivore lifestyles — includes grocery lists, nutrition facts & delicious photos

✅ Giveaway Entry (DRAW ON AUGUST 15, 2025)! 🎁 Epigenetic Test + 1:1 Personalized Review ($500 value) 🎁 Supplement Bundle curated by me ($200 value) 🎁 Ear Seed Kit for sleep, calm & stress support ($30 value) (Giveaway open to U.S. & Canada only)

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In this episode, I’m talking openly and honestly about what happens after treatment — physically, emotionally, and mentally — and why support shouldn’t end just because active treatment is over.

Whether you're feeling exhausted, unsure how to eat, or scared your cancer might come back, this episode gives you a practical and empowering roadmap forward using my 3 Phases of Cancer Recurrence Prevention:

✨ Restore – Rebuild nutrient stores, strength, and energy after treatment 🧹 Remove – Support detox pathways and eliminate built-up waste and environmental exposures 🛡 Protect – Strengthen your immune system and reduce your future risk

You’ll also learn why “going back to normal” isn’t the goal — and how to rebuild something even better.

I’m Dr. Megan, a licensed naturopathic doctor. My team and I have worked with hundreds of women globally to rebuild their health after cancer and reduce recurrence risk using science-backed nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted supplement strategies—so they can feel confident, strong, and free to enjoy life again.

✨ BEST FREE RESOURCES: •  The Staying Cancer-Free Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/WorkshopSignUp •  How To Stay Cancer-Free: Tackling Cancer Stem Cells: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/how-to-stay-cancer-free-tacking-cancer-stem-cells   •  Tackling Cancer Prevention: The 6 Pillars of Defense: https://flourishaftercancer.com/blog/tackling-cancer-prevention-the-6-pillars-of-defense •  The First 4 Steps To Staying Cancer-Free: https://flourishaftercancer.com/watchmasterclass

Let's Connect!  Book a free Roadmap Call and let’s chat about how we can help: https://flourishaftercancer.com/Apply

Follow me: • Instagram: @MeganBernardND • Facebook:  @MeganBernardND • Website: https://flourishaftercancer.com/

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in these videos and podcasts is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, medications, or lifestyle. Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care.