Beating Cancer Daily with Saranne Rothberg ~ Stage IV Cancer Survivor

In today's episode of Beating Cancer Daily, we join Saranne, the founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, as she shares a powerful technique for starting the day on a positive note. Saranne discusses the importance of gratitude and laughter in managing stress and promoting wellness. She encourages listeners to begin their day with a big, hearty laugh, followed by a moment of gratitude. Saranne highlights the impact of starting the day with laughter and invites listeners to share their experiences on ComedyCures.org. Join us as we explore the transformative power of laughter in our daily lives.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, from Costa Rica’s Blue Zone, Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg is joined by her recurring expert guest and survivor, Jacqui Bryan, a functional medicine expert. They unlock the science and tradition behind teas, especially herbal and spice varieties. Their playful banter is infused with practical wisdom as they discuss teas for relaxation, digestion, and mental wellness. Jacqui details the crucial role of high-quality ingredients, flavor profiles from chamomile to lemon verbena, and science-backed guidance for cancer survivors, especially those managing life after Stage IV cancer treatment. Together, they blend humor, heartfelt stories, and actionable tips for building nourishing rituals, no matter where you are in your recovery journey.

Jacqui Bryan is a whole health educator, certified health coach, registered nurse, and certified nutrition specialist with a passion for functional medicine. With her expert knowledge and caring approach, Jacqui empowers people to make lasting change through practical strategies that connect mind, body, and spirit. Her evidence-based insights on herbal medicine, nutrition, and wellness have supported countless cancer survivors and those seeking better health.

“Herbs actually support the calming pathways of your nervous system. They provide us with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory plant compounds." ~Jacqui Bryan

Today on Beating Cancer Daily:

·     Saranne and Jackie highlight Costa Rica's health traditions and Blue Zone benefits, connecting travel and longevity with a mindset post–Stage IV cancer.

·     Teas, especially herbal and spice varieties, are shown to support relaxation, digestion, sleep, and emotional wellness through centuries-old traditions and modern research.

·     Herbs like chamomile, lavender, and lemon balm have growing clinical evidence for easing mood and anxiety; peppermint and ginger are especially helpful for digestion.

·     The importance of sourcing high-quality, organic, loose-leaf teas to avoid pesticides and microplastics is emphasized for cancer survivors.

·     Certain teas and herbs (such as hibiscus and lemon verbena) can pose risks for those with low blood pressure or kidney issues, and sensitivities/allergies should always be considered.

·     Tea blends can be customized for personal goals, from calming nerves to improving blood sugar, with practical recipes and preparation instructions.

·     Honey can be a natural sweetener, but it is not ideal in active cancer treatment due to immune risks; balancing sweeteners with protein or fiber is advised for blood sugar health.

·     New rituals around tea can promote resilience, pleasure, and a return to health after cancer, making everyday choices feel empowering and joyful.

2025-2026 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024, 2025 & 2026,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 144 countries across 7 continents and features over 400+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In today's episode, Saranne, the founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, shares a unique and uplifting strategy for navigating the challenges of cancer. Join her as she encourages listeners to create a humorous memory album filled with oddball pictures that capture moments of pure joy and laughter. Saranne explains how this album can serve as a powerful tool to uplift spirits during difficult times and reminds us all that life can be filled with fun and laughter, even in the face of adversity. So grab your favorite goofy photos and get ready to be inspired by this episode of Beating Cancer Daily.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In this episode, Saranne welcomes back comedian Missy Hall, a breast cancer survivor, to delve deeper into a thought-provoking topic. Missy introduces the concept of losing one's biological innocence during the cancer journey, a phrase that resonated with listeners and sparked curiosity. Saranne and Missy explore the impact of this loss and how it changes one's perspective on life and health. Tune in as they share their personal experiences and discuss finding support, discovering purpose, and injecting humor into the journey.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In today's episode, we join Saranne, the founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, as she shares her love for funny hats and how they brought joy and connection during her battle with stage four cancer. Saranne discusses the power of wearing a funny hat during chemotherapy or everyday activities and how it can brighten your day and those around you. Join us as Saranne encourages listeners to embrace their crazy hats and shows how they can make a difference in others' lives.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In today's episode, Saranne shares a powerful strategy she learned from a young child to overcome bad dreams caused by a cancer diagnosis. Join us as Saranne reveals how she became the hero of her dreams, transforming them into empowering experiences. Discover how this simple technique can change how you perceive and navigate challenging situations. Stay tuned to learn more about Saranne's journey and how you can apply this strategy in your own life.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne explores how the simple power of funny sounds can bring immense joy and relief to individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Be it a kazoo, a funny flute, or a classic fart cushion, these sounds can turn tense moments in chemo rooms and waiting areas into opportunities for laughter and connection. Saranne shares her personal experiences of using these sounds to break the ice and lighten the mood, encouraging listeners to collect and share what makes them laugh.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

This episode of "Beating Cancer Daily" reminds us of the power of laughter and connection in adversity. Saranne shares a simple yet effective strategy to lift our spirits during challenging times - creating a slideshow of funny faces from our loved ones. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare worker, this heartwarming activity can bring joy and serve as a much-needed uplift. Join us as we explore this small but impactful way to brighten our days and find solace in the support of those who love us.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne welcomes back Jacqui Bryan, a functional medicine expert, to explore the concept of Chrononutrition and how adjusting meal timing to your personal internal clock, or circadian rhythm, can improve health outcomes, especially for those navigating cancer treatment and recovery. Saranne shares her experiences as a Stage IV survivor, and together they discuss practical and science-backed strategies for time-restricted eating to support metabolism, blood sugar control, and emotional stability during the disruptions caused by a cancer diagnosis. The episode delivers fresh and humorous insights into managing different eating rhythms within families and partnerships, along with empowering tips to regain a sense of control through daily nutrition choices.

Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, whole health educator, certified health coach, registered nurse, and a 22-year breast cancer survivor. With nearly three decades of personal and professional experience, Jacqui guides individuals through evidence-based approaches to optimize health and reduce the risk of recurrence. 

"Eating foods late in the evening, potentially will impact your blood sugar. I like to think of that 11 pm to 3 am period of time at night as that rest and digest period." ~Jacqui Bryan

Today on Beating Cancer Daily:

·     Chrononutrition or time-restricted eating means matching your meal times to your natural circadian rhythm rather than engaging in prolonged fasting

·     Eating larger meals earlier in the day and lighter meals in the evening may align better with metabolism and hormone patterns

·     Late-night snacking can disrupt both your metabolism and your internal rest and digest processes, impacting immune health and sleep

·     Even during cancer treatments, regulating meal times offers a sense of empowerment and can help support physical and emotional stability

·     It is important to prioritize sleep hygiene as part of aligning your schedule to your circadian rhythm, going to bed, and waking up at consistent times

·     Those caring for families with varying eating clocks may need creative strategies to balance everyone’s needs while maintaining personal health goals

·     If late-night eating is unavoidable, opt for small protein-rich snacks like pumpkin seeds rather than carbohydrates or sugar

·     Changing habits around meal timing is a process, and employing methods like habit stacking can make behavior change easier

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In this episode, Saranne delves into the power of humor in overcoming adversity and shares her personal experience of battling Stage IV cancer for 30 years and how she discovered the therapeutic benefits of laughter. She encourages listeners to create their own comedy catalog, filled with funny quotes, books, movies, and more, to uplift their spirits during challenging times. Join Saranne as she explores the transformative effects of humor and shares how it can bring joy and resilience to our lives.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne