Five To Thrive Live

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with radiation oncologist, Dr. Manoj Reddy, radiation oncologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Reddy will talk to us about some of the exciting new advances in radiation therapy and explain how radiation therapy can make significant improvements in the lives of those with cancer. Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET. Five To Thrive Live Radio Show is bro...

Research shows that self-affirmations can help with problem-solving, stress management, and overall wellness. On this show, Karolyn talks with researcher Janine Dutcher, PhD, who specializes in this type of research. Find out the pros and cons and how to effectively utilize self-affirmations to gain better health and manage stress. Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET. Five To...

Today’s show is about surviving the ordeal of cancer. We will be talking with a naturopathic doctor and cancer survivor about what she experienced and what she has learned from her experience. We will cover how to talk with your oncologist, the most important ways to reduce cancer risk and how to empower yourself in the face of cancer. Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET. Five...

Whether you are recovering from an illness, struggling with a loss, or are experiencing some other major life change, getting your life back to "normal" may be difficult. On this show, Lise and Karolyn provide practical tips and strategies to help you find your new normal. Given what's going on in the world right now, this topic will likely resonate with many listeners. If life is difficult for yo...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with geriatrician and best-selling author, Dr. Louise Aronson, as she uncovers a pervasive form of discrimination in healthcare – ageism. Dr. Aronson will explain how healthcare is not adequately serving the needs of elders. We will explore the consequences of ageism and Dr. Aronson will provide some strategies to address these issues. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show...

On this show, leptin researcher and expert Kat James explains what leptin is and how we can impact leptin levels through diet. Kat is a true pioneer in this area and has used the scientific information she has gained to help transform her life, as well as the lives of many others. So if you're curious as to what diet you want to follow to gain optimal health, you won't want to miss this show! Five...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with pulmonologist and mindfulness teacher, Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang. This episode will explore the importance of lung health to our overall health. We will discuss the the impact of Covid-19 on lung health. Dr. Liang will share her key strategies for improving lung function. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network (...

On this episode, Karolyn interviews Terri Crudup who is an integrative oncology researcher, patient advocate, and breast cancer survivor. Terri was a part of the research team that recently published a study on the effectiveness of an integrative approach for breast cancer patients in the Journal of Oncology. She will share information about that study, as well as details about her own journey wit...

We are each a work in progress, especially when it comes to building our health. In this episode of Five to Thrive Live!, hosts Karolyn Gazella and Lise Alschuler will explore what they understand health to mean. They will speak about the importance of integrity and commitment in seeking healing, but also of forgiveness and indulgence. Join us for inspiration, rejuvenation and serenity. Five to Th...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with naturopathic doctor Mark Bricca. Dr. Bricca will share strategies that he has developed for helping people to address with their fear of dying. He will describe ways that we can create new perspectives that lead us to healing and a greater sense of inner peace, even in the face of death. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The C...

There are many misconceptions about fever and how it works with the immune system. On this show, Karolyn talks to Dr. Gurdev Parmar who is a naturopathic oncologist and expert on immunity. Dr. Parmar's new book, Arming the Immune System, goes into detail about how we can harness the power of the fever response to feel better and overcome illness. If you are interested in strengthening your immune...

Keeping the brain firing on all cylinders can be challenging. On this show, Karolyn talks with Dr. Danielle Citrolo about the variety of things we can do to enhance brain health including memory, focus, and critical thinking. Dr. Citrolo, who is a Doctor of Pharmacy, will describe strategies based on diet, lifestyle, and dietary supplements. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm...

There is power in being positive and grateful. On this episode Karolyn talks with colon cancer survivor and author Bunny Terry about how gratitude and positivity were indispensable tools in her healing journey. Bunny is the author of Lifesaving Gratitude and the Board Chair of the Cancer Foundation for New Mexico. We can learn so much from cancer survivors. You won't want to miss this show! Five t...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with integrative gynecologic oncologist, Diljeet Singh. Ovarian cancer is a challenging diagnosis, not only due to the nature of ovarian cancer itself, but, also due to complicated and confusing treatment decisions. Dr. Singh will share strategies to optimize treatment for ovarian cancer and will provide guidance about how to navigate the complexities of this diagno...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with award-winning physician, Felice Gersh, who is board certified in OB-GYN and in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Gersh will give us a deeper understanding of why menopause happens, the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, poor sleep, foggy thinking and low libido, and how women can navigate the ups and downs of all stages of menopause. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show...

There is a significant connection between the gut, brain, and the health of our skin. On this show, award-winning nutrition author Kat James joins Karolyn to talk about this interesting connection, how she overhauled her own ecology to save her own life and transform her own skin in the process, and has helped countless others do the same through her Total Transformation® Programs and her best-sel...

Mushrooms are not just a tasty culinary food ingredient, some mushrooms also have healing powers. On this show, naturopathic oncologist Dr. Michael Traub describes the different types of medicinal mushrooms and their health benefits. Dr. Traub will specifically describe how some medicinal mushrooms can help people diagnosed with cancer. This is a fascinating topic that you won't want to miss! Five...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with nephrologist Dr. Gurleen Kaur, as we discuss salt. Our bodies need salt, but what happens when we eat too much salt? How much is too much? What type of salt is best? Dr. Kaur is an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Renal Disease and Hypertension at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and has Fellowship traini...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with Dr. Hani Chaabo, as we discuss the importance of community and connectedness in health and well-being. We will discover how marginalization and isolation contributes to disease, and conversely, the healing benefits of presence and connection. Dr. Chaabo is family medicine doctor with Fellowship training in integrative and mind/body medicine. Five to Thrive Live...

On this episode, Karolyn will talk with couples counseling expert Carol MacHendrie about infusing more long-lasting love and security into our personal relationship. Carol brings her 40 years of clinical experience with couples to this conversation. Many couples are struggling right now so if you are one of those couples, you won't want to miss this show! Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcas...

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with naturopathic oncologist, Dr. Dan Rubin. Dr. Rubin will discuss how he evaluates patients receiving integrative therapies. He will explain what he looks for in his patient assessment and lab tests to ensure that his patients remain on the most effective integrative treatment plan. Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The Cancer Su...

Today’s show is on the topic of dizziness and tinnitus and how neuroplasticity can be the key to relieving these conditions. With guest, vestibular audiologist, Joey Remenyi, discover the fascinating connection between how brain activity, our inner ears and our mood! Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network ( www.w4cs.com ) part of Talk 4 Radi...

On this show, Karolyn interviews world-renowned mental health expert James Greenblatt, MD, about an integrative treatment approach to depression. Dr. Greenblatt is a best-selling author and the founder of Psychiatry Redefined. He'll describe how his treatment approach can help individuals struggling with depression. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with depression, you won't want to m...

Chemotherapy is lifesaving but in some cases, it can also cause some pretty significant side effects. On this episode, Karolyn talks with naturopathic oncologist Dr. Tina Kaczor about how to help reduce the risk and overcome some of the most common side effects caused by chemotherapy treatment. In addition to her work as a naturopathic oncologist, Dr. Kaczor is also the co-host of the popular canc...

Dietary supplements are an important part of the wellness plan for many people. But quality can vary dramatically. On this show, Karolyn talks with integrative health and dietary supplement expert Dr. Alex Keller about what to look for when purchasing dietary supplements. Dr. Keller is also the Medical Director of Fullscript, and e-prescribing platform. If you take one or more dietary supplements...