Five To Thrive Live

Join Lise and Karolyn and their guest Elaine Thomas - a Thriver in every sense of the word. Elaine has survived several recurrences of ovarian cancer over the past decade. She has learned a lot from her journey and will share her experience and wisdom with us. Rev. Elaine Thomas has worked in the metaphysical field for 47 years as a medium, healer, spiritual counselor and teacher. This show is bro...

On this episode, John Nuestadt, ND, will join Karolyn to talk about bone health. Dr. Nuestadt will provide practical information on reducing fracture risk and managing osteoporosis. If you are interested in building your bone health, you won't want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http...

In the first segment of this episode breast cancer survivor and founder of the non-profit Don't Be A Chump Check for A Lump, Holly Rose will discuss her organization and how it helps women with breast cancer. In the second segment, Lise and Karolyn share interesting strategies to rejuvenate from stress and experience deep renewal. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Ca...

This episode is all about reducing the toxic effects of travel. Whether you are on a plane frequently, take the train to work or commute in a car, expert guest Dr. Jonny Bowden will give you tips on how to offset the negative health effects of commuting. Learn what to do from a diet, lifestyle and dietary supplement perspective. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Canc...

Chemobrain is a recognized phenomenon of cognitive difficulties that occurs in some people after being diagnosed and treated for cancer. Dr. Brandon Brock, an expert in functional neurology, will explain what’s going on in the brain and will share some lifestyle strategies to recover optimal mental functioning. Dr. Brock's advice is also great for reducing risk of dementia and other brain health i...

Women's health expert, Tori Hudson, ND, will join Karolyn to discuss effective ways to ease insomnia, which is a common issue among cancer survivors. This show is perfect for anyone struggling with sleep issues but is especially geared for breast cancer survivors. Listeners will learn specifically about diet, lifestyle and dietary supplements to help treat insomnia. This show is broadcast live on...

Five to Thrive Live guest, Dr. Trevor Cates discusses the reasons for dry skin and how dry skin reflects internal health. She offers diet and nutrient recommendations as well as discusses which skin care ingredients to avoid. Dr. Cates gives us some household ingredients that can be used for soothing and healing dry skin. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Supp...

Dr. David Brady discusses what fibromyalgia is, and what it is not. He also discusses natural pain-relief with diet, stress management, sleep strategies and herbs and dietary supplements. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/...

On this episode Lise and Karolyn celebrate Cancer Prevention Month by sharing a variety of scientific studies illustrating the many ways we can reduce the risk of developing cancer. The talk about diet, sleep, exercise, and also touch on chemo brain and cancer-related fatigue. If you're interested in learning some unique ways to reduce cancer risk, you won't want to miss this show! This show is br...

On this episode Dr. Rick Brinkman describes his Conscious Communication technique and how we all can become better communicators. Dr. Brinkman's specialty is helping people communicate better with difficult personalities. Effective communication is a critical part of any wellness plan so you won't want to miss this episode! This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Su...

On this episode Karolyn and Lise discuss proactive—and unexpected—ways to reduce the risk of developing cancer. They discuss environmental toxins, fermented foods, movement, and more! If you're looking for ways to reduce your cancer risk, you won't want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio (...

On this episode Ronald Hoffman, MD, discusses his integrative treatment of inflammatory bowel disease like ulcerative colitis and crohn's disease, as well as inflammatory bowel disorders like irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Hoffman describes the best diet, lifestyle and dietary supplements that can be used to treat these disorders. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Can...

On this episode, Lise and Karolyn will provide advice about how to turn New Year's resolutions into lifelong habits. If you have a history of struggling with your resolutions, you're not alone. It's estimated that 90% of all resolutions fail! If you want to make this year different, you won't want to miss this show. In addition, Ann Fonfa, director and founder of the Annie Appleseed Project, will...

We are excited to have BJ Fogg, PhD as our guest because we are big fans of his behavioral change model. He joins us to discuss how people can be successful at sustaining new healthy behaviors. People diagnosed with cancer are highly motivated, and yet they sometimes struggle with making key lifestyle changes that can help them heal from treatment, reduce risk of recurrence, and achieve optimal we...

Lise and Karolyn are delighted to be joined by Terri Tate, author of, A Crooked Smile. This episode is guaranteed to lift your spirit. You will learn the role of fun and humor in healing, the value of loving yourself from the inside out, and insights about living life with a wound the world can see. Terri was silenced by two bouts of disfiguring oral cancer, which threatened her voice and her life...

Matt Mumber, MD, joins Dr. Lise Alschuler and Karolyn A. Gazella to explain what radiation is, its role in cancer treatment, and how one can support his or her body before, during, and after radiation. Dr. Mumber is a board certified radiation oncologist at the Harbin Clinic in Rome, GA, and the founder of Cancer Navigators, a non profit nurse navigation and educational resource for those touched...

Health coach Kathy Beach explains the value of having a health coach on your health care team. Listeners learn why health coaching has become so popular and what to look for when hiring a health coach. Kathy specializes in cancer wellness coaching in Connecticut. She has a Master’s Degree in Health and Exercise Science and a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Sports Medicine. She is a cer...

On this episode, Coach George Karl describes why cancer was undoubtedly the toughest opponent he ever faced. He'll share the lessons he learned and how it influenced him as a coach, father and friend. Among coaches in any professional sport, few are more accomplished than Coach Karl who has compiled more than 1,100 victories, made 22 playoff appearances and put together 21 winning seasons in the N...

On this episode, listeners will be given practical (and yummy!) ways to eat healthy this holiday season. Don't let the holidays get you off track Thriver! Listen in and hear advice from leading culinary expert Rebecca Katz. Learn Rebecca's expert cooking tips and hear how you can eat healthy and be happy this holiday season. Rebecca is a best-selling author and expert on the role of food in suppor...

On this episode, Lise and Karolyn talk about cancer survivorship and their newly created, highly-innovative iTHRIVE Plan. Listeners get an in-depth look at what the plan is and what it can do for survivors. Lise and Karolyn discuss their five key lifestyle areas in detail—diet, movement, environment, rejuvenation, and spirit. If you or someone you know is a cancer survivor, you won't want to miss...

On this episode, Stan Goldberg, PhD, will discuss what to do when a loved one says "I have cancer." Dr. Goldberg, who is the author of the new book, Loving, Supporting, and Caring for the Cancer Patient, provides practical advice for caregivers. He is Professor Emeritus of Communicative Disorders at San Francisco State University and a recognized expert in the areas of cancer support, end-of-life...

Dr. Steven Eisenberg shares his compassionate, present and resilient way of being a doctor - and a patient. He uses music, dance, love and presence to make oncology visits something his patients look forward to! This show is broadcast live on Tuesday's at 7PM ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( ht...

On this episode, radio and TV show host Dr. Susanne Bennett shares her secrets to how we can enhance energy levels and achieve optimal wellness. Dr. Bennett is an integrative physician who will describe the importance of cellular mitochondria function and talk about her latest book, Mighty Mito. If you've been experiencing poor energy levels or just want to enhance your overall health, you won't w...

On this episode, author Laura Lane tells the inspiring story of her daughter Celeste's battle with a rare form of childhood cancer. She shares advice on how parents face their child's cancer with hope, strength, and courage. Laura is the author of the book Two Mothers One Prayer. If you or someone you love has a child with cancer, you won't want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on Tu...

This show is all about the unique needs of cancer survivors and how to effectively meet those needs. Over the past 15 years, the survival rate for cancer patients has sky-rocketed. While we recognize the incredible advances made in cancer treatment, we recognize that people diagnosed with cancer may struggle to regain their health after treatment. Fortunately, there are many ways to enhance qualit...