DrTalks Podcast

Dr. Paul Ling Tai discusses immune health, estrogen metabolism, medicinal mushrooms, and emerging approaches to cancer support and monitoring.

Dr. Paul Ling Tai shares his personal health journey and interest in immune-focused cancer care. He discusses estrogen metabolism, immune surveillance, and the proposed benefits of medicinal mushrooms, saffron extracts, and methylene blue. The conversation also examines cancer monitoring, vitamin D, melatonin, cold-water exposure, and sleep, highlighting his approach to supporting immune function while navigating cancer.

Paul Ling Tai, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric surgeon, clinical nutritionist, author, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine practitioner. He serves as Chairman and President of the Brasil Academy of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine (BARM). He has been a faculty member and lecturer for the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). A contributing author to A4M's Anti-Aging Medical Therapeutics publications, Dr. Tai has lectured internationally on nutrition, metabolic health, and regenerative medicine. Drawing on his clinical experience and personal health journey, he advocates for preventive care, immune health, and integrative approaches to chronic disease management.

Dr. Dawn Mussallem shares her cancer survival story and explains how plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine support cancer care and recovery.

Dr. Dawn Mussallem shares how surviving advanced cancer and undergoing a heart transplant shaped her commitment to lifestyle medicine. Drawing on her clinical experience at Mayo Clinic, she discusses how plant-based nutrition, dietary fiber, gut microbiome diversity, exercise, and restorative sleep can support cancer patients during treatment and recovery. She also examines nutritional deficiencies, appropriate supplementation, and the importance of combining healthy living with evidence-based medical care.

Dawn Mussallem, DO, is a board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, breast health specialist, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic. She serves as a consultant in Hematology and Oncology and founded the Integrative Medicine and Breast Health Program at Mayo Clinic Florida in 2015. Diagnosed with stage IV cancer during medical school and a heart transplant recipient in 2021, Dr. Mussallem draws on her personal journey to help patients navigate cancer with renewed vitality and confidence. Through her clinical practice, research, and medical education, she advocates for plant-based nutrition, lifestyle optimization, and patient-centered care alongside conventional cancer treatments.

Dr. Deanna Minich explains how rainbow eating, phytonutrient diversity, and mindful food preparation support cellular health and cancer prevention.

Dr. Deanna Minich discusses rainbow eating and how colorful plant foods provide phytonutrients that support various functions in the body. She explains the nutritional significance of different food colors, the importance of dietary diversity for gut health, and how cooking methods influence food quality. The conversation also examines emerging ideas about biophotons and cellular energy, alongside practical strategies for seasonal eating, mindful meals, and improving nutritional variety.

Deanna Minich, PhD, FACN, CNS, IFMCP, is a nutrition researcher, educator, author, and functional medicine practitioner with over two decades of experience in nutrition and integrative health. A Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and former member of the Institute for Functional Medicine’s Nutrition Advisory Board, she holds a PhD in Medical Sciences from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. She has authored six books and numerous scientific publications exploring nutrition, wellness, and psychology. Through her work, Dr. Minich promotes dietary diversity, phytonutrient-rich foods, and the connection between physical, emotional, and mental well-being to support whole-person health.

Dr. Sharon Stills discusses European holistic approaches to breast health, including biological dentistry, thermography, hormones, and integrative therapies.

Dr. Sharon Stills shares her European-inspired approach to breast health, emphasizing the relationship between hormonal balance, oral health, lymphatic function, and emotional well-being. She discusses biological dentistry, computerized regulation thermography, mistletoe therapy, and hyperthermia as components of her integrative practice. The conversation also highlights nervous system regulation, stress management, and individualized care for women navigating breast cancer.

Dr. Sharon Stills is a licensed naturopathic medical doctor with over two decades of experience in women's health, menopause, and European Biological Medicine. A graduate of Sonoran University, she specializes in bioidentical hormone replacement, pro-aging therapies, and individualized approaches to chronic illness. She is the founder of the RED Hot Sexy Meno(pause) Program and Stills Health Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona. A former co-lead North American lecturer for Switzerland's Paracelsus Academy, Dr. Stills combines European integrative medicine with whole-person care to help women navigate hormonal changes, breast health concerns, and chronic conditions.

Dr. Michael Greger discusses cancer prevention, the benefits of plant-based nutrition, and the limitations of conventional cancer screening and treatments.

Dr. Michael Greger examines the limitations of conventional cancer screenings and treatments while emphasizing the role of nutrition in cancer prevention. He discusses how flaxseeds, cruciferous vegetables, mushrooms, berries, and green tea contain potentially protective compounds. He also highlights the importance of dietary diversity, gut health, and plant-based nutrition in supporting cancer recovery, reducing recurrence risk, and complementing medical care.

Michael Greger, MD, FACLM, is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker specializing in nutrition and disease prevention. A founding member and fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, he is the author of How Not to Die, How Not to Diet, and How Not to Age. He founded NutritionFacts.org, a nonprofit dedicated to making evidence-based nutrition research freely accessible. Through his books, lectures, and advocacy, Dr. Greger promotes plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine to help people prevent chronic diseases, including cancer, and live longer, healthier lives.

Ronald Hoffman, MD, shares decades of insight on prostate cancer, nutrition, testosterone, exercise, and integrative care.

Ronald Hoffman, MD, draws on decades in integrative medicine to discuss prostate cancer through a whole-person lens. He examines nutrition, protein, carbohydrates, soy, exercise, metabolic health, and the importance of maintaining muscle with age. He also explores evolving views on testosterone and prostate cancer, emphasizing individualized decisions that consider treatment goals, overall health, and quality of life.

Ronald Hoffman, MD, is a pioneer in complementary and integrative medicine with decades of experience in nutrition and patient care. He founded the Hoffman Center in New York City and is the longtime host of Intelligent Medicine, a nationally syndicated radio program and podcast. A former president of the American College for Advancement in Medicine, Dr. Hoffman is also an author, educator, and Certified Nutrition Specialist whose work brings nutrition, lifestyle, and whole-person health into conversations about prostate cancer and healthy aging.

Liz Curran shares lessons from 1,500 cancer survivors and the 10 healing factors identified through Radical Remission research.

Liz Curran discusses the Radical Remission research inspired by more than 1,500 cancer survivors and the 10 healing factors they shared. She explains how these factors extend beyond physical health to include emotional well-being, purpose, empowerment, social support, intuition, and spiritual connection. Curran also shares practical ways people can incorporate these principles gradually while navigating cancer and supporting their quality of life.

Liz Curran is Co-Director of the Radical Remission Project, host of the Radical Remission podcast, and a Certified Radical Remission Workshop Instructor and Health Coach. Inspired by caring for her sister through an aggressive breast cancer diagnosis, she now helps people take a more active role in their health by applying the 10 Radical Remission healing factors alongside the treatments they choose. Her work centers on empowerment, lifestyle change, and helping people find their voice throughout their healing journey.

Shireen Kassam, MD, PhD, examines cancer nutrition, plant-based diets, and common misconceptions through an evidence-based lens.

Shireen Kassam, MD, PhD, examines the evidence connecting nutrition with cancer prevention, treatment outcomes, and long-term health. She discusses plant-based nutrition, gut and metabolic health, and the impact of other chronic conditions on cancer outcomes. She also addresses misconceptions surrounding protein, soy, supplements, and plant-based diets while sharing practical ways to build a healthier eating pattern.

Dr. Shireen Kassam is a Consultant Hematologist, Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, and Visiting Professor of Plant-Based Nutrition. She is the founder of Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, which provides education on healthy plant-based diets. She co-authored Eating Plant-Based: Scientific Answers to Your Nutrition Questions and co-edited Plant-Based Nutrition in Clinical Practice, bringing evidence-based nutrition into conversations around cancer care, prevention, and long-term health.

Ralph Moss, PhD, connects cancer, metabolism, and type 2 diabetes while exploring diet, functional foods, and cancer prevention.

Ralph Moss, PhD, explores the relationship between metabolic health and cancer through research and his personal experiences with type 2 diabetes and prostate cancer. He discusses metabolism, immune function, and cancer stem cells as key areas of interest, while examining the roles of diet, functional foods, exercise, nature, and selected supplements in a prevention-focused approach to health.

Ralph Moss, PhD, is an author, researcher, and consultant who has spent more than 50 years examining conventional and non-conventional approaches to cancer. A former Assistant Director of Public Affairs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and founding member of the NIH Alternative Medicine Advisory Council, he has authored more than a dozen books and created The Moss Report and its diagnosis-specific Treatment Guides. His latest book, The Moss Method: Fight Cancer Naturally, brings together decades of research into less-toxic, more natural approaches to cancer prevention and care.

Dr. Michael Karlfeldt explores integrative oncology and a whole-person approach to smarter, more personalized cancer care.

Dr. Michael Karlfeldt presents an integrative approach to cancer care that considers the tumor alongside the conditions affecting the whole person. He discusses toxins, infections, nutrition, mitochondrial function, emotional health, and lifestyle, as well as restorative therapies that may complement conventional oncology. He also emphasizes thoughtful decision-making, practitioner collaboration, and creating healthier daily routines.

Michael Karlfeldt, ND, PhD, is a Board Certified Naturopath (CTN®) specializing in naturopathic oncology, IV therapy, oxidative medicine, energy medicine, and nutritional therapies. His whole-person approach integrates natural and restorative strategies to support patients navigating complex health conditions, including cancer. He is also the host of True Health: Body, Mind, Spirit, airing on Amazon Prime.