EP 88 - Diandra Denier Fields: Preventing Cancer Through Action

Most people rarely think that something bad will happen, it’s mostly caused by normalcy bias. But the reality is that people get cancer, so why wait around for something to happen? Why wait for a diagnosis to take action when there are things you could be doing today?

Diandra Denier Fields has a Post-Doc at UW-M in Nutritional Sciences with a focus in human nutrition and epidemiology. She is a member of the Engleman Lab researching the connection between cardiovascular health and vascular dementia by investigating the influence of lifestyle factors on plasma metabolomics.

Diandra had been diagnosed with Cancer twice before the age of 35 and beat it both times. Inspired by this, she started Cancer Free Haven to help those with similar diagnoses go from survivor to thriver.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: 

• Why Diandra was inspired to go down the path she’s taken to help cancer survivors
• What led Diandra to leave working in early detection to deal with patients more directly
• The parallels between what can help people with Alzheimer’s and cancer patients
• Why starting your day with a green based smoothie can aid in cancer prevention
• How much you can change the way you feel by changing your diet
• Why keeping a list of symptoms you are experiencing for when you seek medical health
• Why you need to examine the things that are within your circle of control so you can remain aware of how you can take action when needed
• Why you need to ask for another Doctor if you are not gelling with your medical provider
• Why you sometimes will need to advocate for yourself in health care situations

FAVORITE QUOTE: 

“They really want to help, and as long as you tell them what you need as far as the stipulations, then they will be there to help you.”  

• Diandra Denier Fields

 

CONNECT WITH DIANDRA: 

My Background

My educational journey has been a pursuit of knowledge in the field of health and wellness. I hold a Nutritional Sciences PhD with a minor in Epidemiology, and my expertise spans Genetics and Late-Stage Cancer Diagnostics. This blend of academic knowledge and personal experience has fueled my unwavering commitment to support fellow survivors, previvors, caregivers, and those seeking inspiration and insights.

My Misson

Here at Cancer-Free Haven, my mission is crystal clear: to empower survivors and previvors. I’m here to help you make informed treatment decisions, maintain your well-being throughout your journey, and inspire you to seize every moment, regardless of its duration. It’s about cultivating a confident ‘thriver’ identity while shedding the victim mentality that sometimes accompanies a cancer diagnosis.

CancerFreeHaven.com

 

HOW TO GET INVOLVED: 

Lori Jewett Unscripted is a podcast that uncovers the transformative power of unearthing your inner superpowers.  We’re here to explore the incredible benefits that come from digging deep within ourselves.  

Uncover hidden strengths and untapped abilities that lie within each and every one of us.  Whether you’re seeking personal growth or looking to make a lasting impact on the world, this podcast is your guide to unleashing your inner superhero.  

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