On this episode, highly respected integrative oncologist Donald Abrams, MD, will discuss how cannabis can be used in cancer care. He'll also provide listeners with an update on the scientific research and talk about safety, dosage, and other issues. He also touches on CBD and how that relates to THC found in cannabis. Dr. Abrams is the immediate past chief of Hematology-Oncology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. He has been investigating inhaled cannabis as medicine since 1997.

Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The CancerSupport Network (www.w4cs.com) part ofTalk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on theTalk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Thispodcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

On this episode we learn more about the fascinating Mediterranean botanical Arum Palaestinum. Dr. Benton Bramwell explains to listeners exactly how this herb can help improve health on a deep cellular level. Dr. Bramwell is a naturopathic physician and a Scientific and Regulatory Affairs consultant to the dietary supplement industry.

Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The CancerSupport Network (www.w4cs.com) part ofTalk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on theTalk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Thispodcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with guest, Sandra Marinella, author of the The Story You Need to Tell—Writing to Heal from Trauma, Illness, or Loss. Sandra will talk about the power of stories to transform personal wellness. She will share her how her personal writing helped with her breast cancer and how she has inspired thousands of others to greater wellness through telling their own stories.


Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The CancerSupport Network (www.w4cs.com) part ofTalk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on theTalk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Thispodcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with guest, Dr. Gurdev Parmar, author of the recently published, Textbook of Naturopathic Oncology. Dr. Parmar will talk to us about naturopathic oncology and will highlight some critical components of this integrative approach. He will share recent findings on diet and cancer, side effect management, naturopathic considerations for specific cancer types as well as advanced integrative therapies.


Five to Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast live at 7pm ET on W4CS – The CancerSupport Network (www.w4cs.com) part ofTalk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on theTalk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Thispodcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with guest, Beverly Yates ND, naturopathic doctor. Feeling tired and worn-out? On this episode of Five to Thrive Live! we will talk about what is normal energy and we will discuss key strategies to improve energy. We will also discover which herbs can help improve your energy and wellbeing.

On this episode Karolyn interviews Dr. Danielle Citrolo about the unique and powerful nutrient, citicoline. Citicoline has been shown to enhance memory, focus, and brain function but it also has other benefits. Dr. Citrolo will describe benefits, safety profile, and dosage of citicoline. Dr. Citrolo received her doctorate in pharmacy from Albany College of Pharmacy and is the Director of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs for Kyowa Hakko USA.

Research is increasingly showing that processed foods are not good for us and when we eat processed foods we increase our cancer risk. On this episode, Dr. Nigel Brockton and Sheena Swanner from the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) will tell listeners why processed foods are so problematic and give practical advice on how to eat less of these harmful foods. AICR is a highly-respected non-profit organization that provides cutting-edge information about how to reduce cancer risk.

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with guest, James Greenblatt MD, integrative psychiatrist who specializes in an integrative approach to mental health. This show will provide a unique perspective on anxiety and depression in the face of the suicide epidemic. We will also discuss how to harness integrative strategies to lower the risk of suicide.

On this episode, Karolyn and Lise clear up some misconceptions and miscommunications about Covid-19. In addition to talking about how this virus is different from the annual cold and flu and who is at high risk, they also give practical advice on how to protect physical, mental, and emotional health during these difficult times. If you have questions about how to be proactive as we fight the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic, you won't want to miss this show!

Join us on Five to Thrive Live! with guest, Edy Nathan, a psychotherapist who specializes in grief. This show will provide a unique perspective on the nature of grief and how each person’s distinct experience of grief can provide tremendous insight and growth.