Thrive Through Cancer

Homesteading has become quite the trend since 2020, and on today's podcast, I'm so excited to introduce you to Jill Winger because she discusses how anyone can homestead without having 40 acres of land. In fact, Jill invites you to think about homesteading differently and encourages you to strip away the industrial mindset. Anyone can take back control of their food and home regardless of their li...

Do you know what to look for when reading the ingredient label on the products you're buying? There's actually a lot of scary ingredients in products and processed foods that can cause cancer. In fact, some of the ones we talk about today have been directly linked to cancer in published studies and have been known to be a carcinogen or do free radical damage in the body. So, join me while I break...

This is going to be a different kind of episode than I've ever done in the past, but I really want to be transparent with you about the fears, struggles and what's been on my heart lately. When you've had a loved one go through cancer, the worry and anxiety doesn't ever permanently go away. A "small" illness or the "tiniest" bruise can take you right back to when you were in the midst of treatment...

In today's episode, I discuss 15 specific nutrients that will help to protect you from developing cancer or protect your healthy cells if you're currently fighting cancer. I know I've discussed in previous episodes foods that you should and shouldn't eat, but today is different because we're going to break it down a bit more by focusing on the specific nutrients. I share the specific benefits of e...

I have the rarest treat for you guys on the podcast today because my husband, Josh, joins me! Seriously, this episode may be a once in a lifetime kind of situation because as you'll hear, it took a lot of begging to get him to join me. :) However, because I know that health challenges can be extremely hard on a relationship, I really wanted you to hear his insights, thoughts and personal experienc...

I feel really honored to introduce you to my friend, Courtney! She's one of my favorite people and we're actually going to talk about a really hard topic…grief. Grief can be a really difficult conversation for many people, especially because learning how to navigate grief and tragedy is such an emotional process. And while Courtney hasn't navigated a cancer diagnosis, her oldest child passed away...

I'm so, so excited about today's episode about the Vagus Nerve. I've recently received an increased number of questions about this type of therapy, and I think you're going to love learning all about the role it plays in a cancer diagnosis and in the prevention of disease. The Vagus Nerve is actually a very powerful part of the body, but most people either have never heard about it or don't know w...

Let me ask…have you ever experienced any of the following? Heartburn Acid reflux Bloating Belching Anemia Nausea Fatigue Headaches Easily sunburned If so, you need to look at your body's ability to digest food and at its need for hydrochloric acid…and this is exactly what I talk about in today's podcast episode! When I started as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I focused on digestio...

I'm so excited to introduce you to my dear, dear friend, Shauna Dukes! She inspires me every single day, and it's been such a blessing to me and my life to watch as she has navigated a cancer diagnosis, the loss of her child, and is now stepping into a beautiful role of God using her story to give hope to others! Be prepared to laugh and cry with us as she shares her story, opens up her heart abou...

"What kind of water should I drink?"...I can't tell you how many versions of this question I receive, especially recently.  Second to oxygen, water is the most essential thing to your health, and sadly, most water is contaminated with toxic chemicals and residues that can hinder a healthy vitality. So, let's jump into the deep end of this topic, and I'm going to share some research, proven facts,...

I'm so honored to introduce you to Dr. Jockers! He has played such an important role in my own education as a practitioner, and I think y'all are going to absolutely love the insight, wisdom and education that he brings to today's episode.  Not only does he share his personal story and journey to becoming a practitioner, but his knowledge regarding fasting, the immune system and cancer is eye-open...

On today's podcast, I want to give you 10 practical and easy-to-implement ways that you can mitigate the side effects that you or your loved one might experience while going through cancer treatment, particularly in relationship with chemotherapy and radiation. I know how scary and debilitating the side effects can be, and I want to help you feel better quicker and even minimize some of the things...

Oh my…today's interview with Mark McAfee (aka. Papa Mark, as he's known in our family) left me feeling fired up, and I think you guys are going to love it! Mark is the CEO and Founder of Raw Farm, the largest raw milk farm in the world. He's passionate about the immune system, a tenacious and persistent student of raw milk, and his wisdom and knowledge is endless! We talk about everything from his...

Yes, let's talk about coffee enemas…I can already feel all the eye rolls coming my way! :)  I know that this topic can feel really uncomfortable and scary, but I want to step into that with you because I think this amazing and powerful detox therapy has the potential to be a game-change for you, no matter if you're currently fighting cancer or are looking for intentional ways to minimize your risk...

I can't tell you how many questions I receive from my cancer clients around the topic of exercise. There seems to be a popular belief that exercise shouldn't happen while going through treatment, and I want to present the other side…the amazing, research-proven benefits! There are countless studies showing how it IS safe, super important, and can positively impact your health while going through t...

Yay for the holidays!! I love this time of year, and I'm so excited about sharing this very unique episode. I know it may feel like this topic isn't related to cancer, but I would actually say that it's directly connected! Essential oils were not only used on Jesus and by Jesus, but plant medicine was a daily part of the Israelites lifestyle. In fact, you can find over 300 times in the Bible where...

I have another really special guest on the podcast today…my sweet 11-year old son, Kicker! He's my inspiration behind this whole movement, but I'll be honest…it took a little bribing and begging to get him on today. And as you'll listen, you'll even hear how he had to take a second to do a few push ups to distract himself. :) I hope you enjoy, and here are the questions he answered and a glimpse o...

On today's podcast, I had the honor of interviewing Bethany, Founder of Primally Pure. Bethany and I met several years ago at a health conference, and not only have I loved getting to personally know her and her family, but I've loved watching the journey, birth, and incredible explosion of her beauty and skincare business. Her products are just as high quality as she is a person, and I know that...

I have an extremely special guest on the podcast today…my sweet 13-year old daughter, Selah! I asked her to join me because as a "Super Sibling"...or a sibling of someone who had cancer…I wanted her to share her experiences while her brother, Kicker, went through 3.5 years of treatment. I pray that this is helpful to the families listening today, and even though I knew a lot of her responses, ther...

I'm so excited to introduce you to Laura, she was not only the first person I reached out to invite to be a guest on this podcast, but I love that I get to personally work with her on an ongoing basis. Laura lost her brother to cancer, and it was that pivotal moment where she started to ask questions and lean into doing things more naturally. And now…she works with clients, particularly in the are...

If you know me, you know that I firmly believe that food has the power to heal. In fact, I believe that diet can be one of the most potent tools to help fight any chronic illness! So in this podcast, we jump in head first and talk about the 5 foods I recommend you avoid when walking through cancer. Here's a bit of what you can expect to learn: The relationship between food, how you feel, your body...

Ah!!!! This episode, you guys…my conversation with Jenny inspired me so much!! Jenny was actually the first person I interviewed for this podcast, and even though we've been friends for a while, listening to her share her story and how she's a cancer "thriver", not a "fighter", has me on the edge of my seat to get this into your hands. She lives out of a space of grace, and the truth bombs that sh...

Did you know that medical schools are not only funded by pharmaceutical companies, but most oncologists never receive a class about nutrition? In fact, for a lot of schools, nutrition is an elective! So today, I want to share with you 5 foods that I recommend you eat when fighting cancer. In fact, these can even be eaten to proactively minimize your cancer risk. Here's what you can expect to learn...

I fully recognize there are a lot of tools, techniques and educational resources available when navigating a cancer diagnosis. However, I also know that all of that can be A LOT and feel very overwhelming!! So, in today's podcast, I want to simplify things and give you some practical, beginner ways you can start…and that will hopefully become new lifestyle habits. Here's what you'll learn: 10 step...

Today's episode is one that I wish I had learned and realized early on in our cancer journey…and one that most people don't talk about!   I want to discuss the reasons why your oncologist may not support your desire to use natural therapies during treatment. In fact, you may even experience that they are adamantly against it!   And it's my hope that by the end of this episode you'll be able to not...