How Cancer Transformed Our Lives:
A Journey Towards Better Health In this episode of 'Chewing the Fat,' hosts Heather Cohen and Andrea Schaefer share their personal stories of how their cancer diagnoses became catalysts for positive health transformations. They discuss the sweeping changes they made to their diets, lifestyles, and mindsets, emphasizing the power of a metabolic approach to cancer.
The conversation touches on the importance of diet adjustments, detoxification, stress management, and the adoption of healthier habits, providing encouragement and practical advice for those newly embarking on a similar journey. From giving up alcohol and embracing organic, ketogenic diets to prioritizing self-care and emotional healing, Heather and Andrea explore a range of strategies they used to reclaim their health.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:22 Cancer as a Catalyst for Health
01:10 Personal Stories of Diagnosis
03:10 Lifestyle Changes and Challenges 08:28 Boundaries and Self-Care
15:58 Alternative Treatments and Decisions
25:16 Maintaining Health Post-Diagnosis
29:37 Managing Expectations and Phases of Healing
30:42 Dealing with Stress and Emotional Healing
32:13 Foundational Changes in Health
34:20 The Power of Diet and Lifestyle Changes
37:13 Empowerment Through Metabolic Approach
40:24 Practical Tips for Daily Health Management
48:47 Detoxifying Your Environment
54:00 Final Thoughts and Personal Favorites
Mentioned In Today's Show:
- Dr. Chris Smith, MD - Barrow Neurological Second Opinion Program - https://www.barrowneuro.org/patient-care/your-journey/im-looking-for-a-second-opinion/
Connect with Us:
- Heather Cooan:
- Website - https://heathercooan.com/
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherCooan
- Book an Intro Consultation - https://l.bttr.to/UfEqD
- Andrea Schaffer:
- Website - www.notjustbroccoli.com
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/notjustbroccoli/
- Book an Intro Consultation - https://l.bttr.to/fFc2t
Cancer Resources:
- https://www.drnasha.com/
- https://mtih.org/
Disclaimer: Although Heather and Andrea are oncology nutrition consultants, they are not your consultants. They have no consulting relationship with you and do not know your case. The information presented in the Chewing the Fat podcast is not to be considered a pointed recommendation, and you should not consider it a substitute for medical advice. We always recommend consulting with a licensed physician to advise on your particular situation and provide you with information about any nuances of your case. We do not guarantee any specific results.
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