Five To Thrive Live

On this episode we are joined by two experts on the topic of medical marijuana. Integrative oncologist Donald Abrams, MD, and Clint Werner, author of Marijuana: Gateway to Health will discuss the latest research on the medical uses of cannabis. Legalization, cautions, and other aspects of cannabis are discussed. This show is broadcast live on Tuesday at 7:00PM ET on W4CY Radio – ( www.w4cy.com ) p...

On this episode, Tamara Green, LCSW, and her husband David Dachinger share information about their Loving Meditations program. David is a stage 4 head, neck and lymphatic cancer survivor and Tamara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is known as a “Soul-Centered Love & Relationship Expert.” Together they have created a program that helps people diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones bette...

On this episode, world-renowned breast surgeon and integrative oncologist Beth Dupree, MD, discusses her mind-body-spirit approach to healing and how she applies that to her surgical work. Find out how to best prepare before, during and after surgery. You can also apply these concepts to everyday healing as well so you won’t want to miss this show. This show is broadcast live on W4CS – The Cancer...

On this show, Nancy Gahles, DC, will discuss a technique that she uses to help her patients manage stress more effectively. Listeners will learn about the three areas she focuses on and why this technique can be so effective. If you’re having trouble managing your stress levels, you won’t want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part...

On this episode, naturopathic oncologist Dr. Tina Kaczor will discuss some of the most promising immunological therapies presently being used to treat cancer. She’ll also describe how natural therapies can fit into this treatment plan. This is an exciting area of treatments for difficult and advanced cancers so you won't want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on W4CS – The Cancer Supp...

Learn about proactive lifestyle based skin protection and skin cancer prevention strategies. You will be surprised that skin protection encompasses much more than sunscreen! Join Five to Thrive Live and guest Dr. Michael Traub, ND, FABNO to find how you can use your lifestyle to reduce your risk as we head into the warmer time of year. This show is broadcast live on W4CS – The Cancer Support Netwo...

On this episode, innovative integrative oncologist Matt Mumber, MD, joins Karolyn to discuss the growing interest in contemplative cancer care. Dr. Mumber will explain how this approach to oncology by both the practitioner and patient can help enhance quality of life and reduce risk of recurrence. Dr. Mumber will discuss practical ways to make the connection between mind, body, and spirit. This sh...

Chemotherapy often causes hair loss. This hair loss is over the entire body. The psychological and social consequences of hair loss can be quite significant. Some people, usually women, even decide not to receive chemotherapy because they don’t want to lose their hair. Dr. Cindy Howard provides strategies to help prevent or minimize hair loss and re-grow hair after treatment. If you or someone you...

Digestive health is critical to overall health. On this episode, nutrition expert Dr. Felicia Stoler will provide effective strategies to help relieve occasional constipation. She’ll share some surprising facts about constipation and digestion that everyone will want to know. If you or someone you love suffers with digestive issues, you won’t want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on...

Dr. Geo Espinosa will be joining us to talk about how to harness the power of lifestyle changes using his CaPLESS method to turn the tides on prostate cancer. This show is broadcast live 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/) .

Many men and women suffer silently with sexual dysfunction after their cancer diagnosis and treatment. On this episode, this topic is tackled head on as we provide proactive things people can do to help overcome any sexual dysfunction issues after their diagnosis and treatment. Expert naturopathic oncologist Dr. Daniel Lander discusses proactive things both men and women can do to address issues a...

Antioxidant nutrients help keep us healthy and can help us recover from illness. Studies also show that people who ingest more antioxidants have a reduced risk of accelerated aging compared to people who don’t eat enough antioxidants! But where do we find these potent nutrients and how can we enhance our diet even further to include more of them? These questions and more will be addressed by our e...

On this episode, Lisa Lewtan, author of Busy, Stressed, and Food Obsessed, will describe the connection between stress and over-eating and provide practical ways to help reduce stress-induced overeating. She provides five tips and also talks about the importance of sleep and exercise. This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( www.talk4...

Learn about the treatment of fecal transplantation for Clostridium dificile, inflammatory bowel disease and other digestive disorders. Dr. Mark Davis, ND takes the 'ick' factor out of fecal transplants and explains how critical the microbiome is for gut health. This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( www.talk4radio.com ) on the Talk...

On this episode, inspiring cancer survivor and cancer coach, Jeanine Walston will share strategies to help transform challenging situations and deal with adversity. She’ll provide tips about self-care and achieving optimal health from a mind-body-spirit perspective. This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( www.talk4radio.com ) on the...

On this episode we will discuss how people diagnosed with cancer can take back control of their lives. Our guest for this discussion is Marcia Donziger, founder of MyLifeLine.org, a great resource for people diagnosed with cancer and their families. Marcia's own personal cancer story is an inspiration! This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4...

On this episode, Dr. Ajay Goel will discuss his research that focuses on microRNA. He’ll also describe the various ways we can influence microRNAs to help reduce cancer risk. Find out why this is such an important discovery and how it can help you stay healthy! This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( www.talk4radio.com ) on the Talk...

Life is uncertain and people diagnosed with life-altering illness know this better than most! While uncertainty can feel overwhelming and paralyze our ability to act, action is exactly the solution. Join us and our guest, Dr. Christine Girard, as we discuss a 5 step action plan of decision-making in the face of uncertainty.​ This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4...

On this episode Dr. Alschuler and Karolyn share tips on how to keep common New Year's Resolutions. They tackle the five most common ones: weight loss/exercise, sleep, stress management, spending time with loved ones, and smoking. If one of these is your resolution, you won't want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Rad...

Giving up gluten is a must for people with celiac disease but why are so many people giving up gluten to lose weight? And more importantly, is this a good strategy? On this episode, integrative pharmacist Sherry Torkos who also has celiac disease will discuss gluten and weight loss. She’ll dispell myths and misconceptions and give listeners guidance about giving up gluten. Find out if giving up gl...

On this episode, cancer survivor Jeff Sirlin describes his journey through cancer and why he wanted to create Cancer Wellness TV, a free resource for cancer survivors. We have so much to learn from cancer survivors! Find out how one cancer survivor pays it forward by providing complementary health information. How can you pay it forward and what can we all learn from the lesson of cancer? Don't mi...

When cancer treatment is done, people go back to a life that is just not the same. As they try to find their "new normal," they sometimes discover a "cliff" instead. On this episode, breast surgeon and mind-body-spirit healer, Beth DuPree, MD, describes how she supports her breast cancer survivors long after treatment is done. She describes practical ways to deal with the fear that can come once t...

On this episode, we’ll get the skinny on fats! Dr. Ellen McDonnell from the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Center will join us to help dispel myths and provide practical advice about dietary fats and essential fatty acid supplements. We should all be concerned and aware of the good fats and bad fats in our diets so you won’t want to miss this show! This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Suppo...

On this episode, nutritionist and chef Conner Middelmann-Whitney will discuss her adaptation of the 5:2 weight loss diet. You’ll find out how eating low cal just two days a week can help you lose weight and keep it off. You won’t want to miss how Conner has adapted this diet to make it sustainable and healthy. This show is broadcast live on W4CS - The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part o...

On this episode, Lise interviews Karolyn about Karolyn’s recent diagnosis of the autoimmune condition known as Alopecia Areata Universalis, which is when the immune system attacks the hair follicles all over the body causing baldness. Karolyn talks candidly about her condition and how she is adapting. Both Lise and Karolyn share thought-provoking insight for those dealing with similar issues. Fort...