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The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk

Dr. Tina Kaczor and Dr. Leah Sherman

Join Tina and Leah, two naturopathic physicians with years of experience in natural medicine and cancer care. Leah is the ”cancer insider.“ Tina is the science-y one. Listen in and join us as we talk with each other or respected experts in integrative oncology. Whether it is you or a loved one, whether you are in treatment or beyond, you’ll find helpful info, tips, and tricks to get through tough times. We frame things around cancer, but honestly, anyone can benefit. So, tune in, join our community

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51:33

Hair Changes (The Return of Side Eff@cks)

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/07/27

Hair changes from treatment for cancer are common. Listen as Tina & Leah discuss what to expect, including which drugs lead to hair loss, how to reduce your risk, nutrients involved in hair regrowth, and ways to support hair recovery after treatment. Hair loss, also called alopecia, can be a challenging side effect for many people undergoing treatment. The loss of control, the cultural headwinds, the utter capitulation... It’s a private initiation into a club you never wanted to be part of

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46:04

Skin & Nail Changes (The Return of Side Eff@cks)

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/07/20

Skin & nail changes can happen with chemotherapy, radiation, oral drugs, and immune-directed therapies for cancer. There are ways to lower your risk with natural agents and simple measures. Tune in to hear two naturopathic physicians, Tina & Leah, discuss what you can do.Changes to your nails and skin are more than merely aesthetic. If left untreated, they can be severe enough to prompt modifications in your treatment plan. Reducing your risk of developing skin and nail damaging side effects

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66:46

Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (The...

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/07/13

Nerve damage from chemotherapy can lead to lingering effects after treatment. There are several natural agents that can help. But, some can actually make it worse too! Listen in while Tina & Leah discuss how to prevent chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) and what to (safely) do if you already have it.Chemotherapy drugs are designed to be toxic to cancer cells but sometimes they are also toxic to your nervous system. This can have long-term consequences. Take heart, there are ways

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41:31

The Truth About.... The "Cure-All" Tea

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/06/22

Can anything really be a “cure-all?” What a concept! There are things this 100-year-old herbal formula can do, and there are things it can't. Tina & Leah chat facts about Essiac & Flor-Essence teas.Herbal medicine, plant medicine, botanical medicine, whatever you like to call it, there’s evidence for its use dating back thousands of years. We love using medicinal plants for ourselves and our patients. The promise of a cure for cancer, however, needs to be looked at closely. Is it

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59:46

The Truth About...Those Antioxidants

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/06/15

The terms “antioxidants” and “free radicals”- what do they mean exactly? Are antioxidants safe to take as a supplement? Tina & Leah tell you the truth, even if it is inconvenient. (Don’t blame the messengers!) Antioxidants only do good, right? The theory is that antioxidants prevent cancer by limiting damage in and around our cells. Truth: Foods high in antioxidant compounds are associated with less cancer (think plants!). BUT, does this mean that antioxidant supplements are a good idea? The

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44:52

The Truth About... That Low Carb Diet. Is Keto Really...

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/06/08

Ketogenic diets are all the rage these days, but what is ketosis? Should you try to achieve it? If so, how? Tina & Leah talk facts about the ketogenic diet, what it is and what it isn’t. What does it mean to be in a state of ketosis? And, most importantly, does the ketogenic diet have anti-cancer effects? There are studies out there on the ketogenic diet in people with cancer, and we stick close to the data in these studies. There is plenty of theory around why a ketogenic diet should be useful

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45:54

Vitamin C: Supplements 101

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/05/18

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35:45

Collagen: Supplements 101

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/05/11

What exactly is collagen? Does it really support skin and joints? And, most pressing: IS IT SAFE to take (in general? if you've had cancer?) Tina and Leah answer all of this and more as they discuss one of the most popular functional foods available today. Did you know there are at least 28 different types of collagen in the human body? It is by far the most abundant protein in humans, accounting for about 30% of the total protein content in the body. Collagen is a "scaffolding"

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46:24

Vitamin D: Supplements 101

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/05/04

Vitamin D may be the most pivotal nutrient in all of cancer care. Tina and Leah talk about this hormone masquerading as a “vitamin.” How much is ideal? Do you need to take it? Can you get what you need from the sun? Is it even safe to take?There is a tremendous amount of information on vitamin D and cancer, so there is a lot to sift through to figure out what is well-founded and what is hype. Tina and Leah discuss the data, their experiences with patients, and how you can optimize your levels

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34:23

Life Itself: Back At the Movies, The Cancer Edition

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/04/20

Personal accounts of cancer can be inspiring, and this documentary about renowned film critic Roger Ebert is no exception. Tina and Leah discuss the man, his career, his cancer, and how he lived life to its fullest, right until the end. FYI: You don't need to have seen the movie to partake in their discussion.Life Itself the documentary is based on the memoir of the same name written by Roger Ebert. With his keen eye for storytelling, however, it is no surprise that the memoir translates

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34:40

Miss Sharon Jones! Back at the Movies, The Cancer...

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/04/13

Sharon Jones was the electrifying front-woman for the NYC band, The Dap-Kings. She captivated audiences with her raw energy and talent. A diagnosis of cancer derailed her career but didn't deter her. Tina & Leah talk about the film and the shared challenges of those who see their world upended by cancer and its treatment. The film was directed by Academy Award-winning director, Barbara Kopple and is available to stream online.Links we mentioned in this episode and other cool stuff:Sharon

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40:12

TIG: Back at The Movies, The Cancer Edition

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/04/06

Tina and Leah are Back at The Movies! This time they are reviewing cancer-related documentaries. They talk about them, what they like, what they didn't like, and what parts of the films resonated with them.In this episode, they review TIG, a 2015 documentary directed by Kristina Goolsby and Ashley York. The film covers the personal experiences and events leading up to, during, and after comedian and actor Tig Notaro's breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in 2012, and how she uses humor to

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38:40

Diarrhea: The Return of Side Eff@¢ks!

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/03/16

In this episode of Side Eff@¢ks, Tina and Leah talk about poo that just won’t quit—diarrhea. No matter what the cause, this episode offers tips and advice about what you can do to normalize your bowel function. Nearly every cancer treatment will affect bowel function, so diarrhea is not uncommon. Whether it is chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, immunological, or biological (targeted) therapy (or a combination!) the gut is most likely to be affected. Since rapidly dividing cells line the

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34:26

Constipation: The Return of Side Eff@¢ks!

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/03/09

Do you have issues with constipation? If so, today is your lucky day! This podcast is all about the sticky business of stuck bowels. In our first episode of The Return of Side Eff@¢ks, we covered the basics of bowel function and touched on possible bowel issues encountered during treatment. In this episode, Tina and Leah talk about constipation from a naturopathic perspective. Whether during treatment or long after treatment has been completed, constipation can hamper your health. Since the

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36:29

Bowel Changes: The Return of Side Eff@¢ks

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/03/02

Cancer treatments can be rough on the gut. The symptoms during and after treatment are no laughing matter (although well-timed potty humor can certainly be therapeutic, don't you think?).In this episode, Tina and Leah talk poop, that is, about the fundamentals of bowel function with an emphasis on the many ways that cancer treatments can interfere with it.As naturopathic physicians, Tina and Leah have spent their entire careers talking poop with patients. Why? Because most gut issues have to do

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27:16

Supplements 101: Folate

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/02/16

In this episode, Tina and Leah cover what you need to know about folate, otherwise known as vitamin B9 or folic acid. What could be so important about folate that a whole episode is dedicated to it, you ask? Well, there are times when supplementation is needed and other times when it could be detrimental. Companies selling supplements aren’t going to tell you the whole truth and nothing but the truth, but we will.Plus, there is a lot of misinformation out there on folate/folic acid, and who better

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46:27

Supplements 101: Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/02/09

What exactly are omega-3 fatty acids? They are essential, but what does “essential” even mean? Why do we need them? How are they used in our bodies? What foods are the best sources? In this episode, Tina and Leah tackle these questions and more. They also discuss the role of omega-3s before, during, and after treatment for cancer. They include a few studies that show particular benefits during conventional cancer treatments and some cautionary notes too.And , keep an ear out for hot tips and trivial

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40:30

Supplements 101: The Basics

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/02/02

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48:42

Super Size Me: At the Movies with The Cancer Pod

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/01/19

The third installment of the At the Movies pod is Morgan Spurlock’s Supersize Me. In this 2004 shockumentary, Morgan eats nothing but McDonald’s three times a day for 30 days and assesses the effects it has on his body over that period of time but is this movie exaggerating the facts? And with some problematic and outdated material, can it be shrugged off as “of its time”? You’re going to want to listen to this one to find out what Tina and Leah think!SPOILER ALERT:Overall Rating: Tina gave this

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39:21

In Defense of Food: At the Movies with The Cancer Pod

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk ·

2022/01/12

It’s a new episode of The Cancer Pod podcast and we’re still at the movies. This week we discuss In Defense of Food, a 2015 documentary that tries to answer the question, what can I eat to eat healthy? The documentary is based on a 2008 book by Michael Pollan, who also has written other best-sellers like The Omnivore’s Dilemma and The Botany of Desire.Click here for the Unofficial Theme Song for this pod. It’s the song that’s played over the final credits in What the Health (E17 At the Movies), and,

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