Functional Medicine in Cancer Care

Prepping for Surgery: The Power of Prehabilitation (Episode #3)

This is the third episode of Dr. Brian Lawenda's podcast, Functional Medicine in Cancer Care.
In this episode, we delve into strategies from Empowered Against Cancer to optimize your recovery through prehabilitation. Prehab involves improving physical, nutritional, and emotional health before surgery to reduce inflammation, minimize complications, and shorten recovery times. Discover how managing stress, nutrition, and blood glucose can prepare your body for the best surgical outcomes.
Podcast hosts: Notebook LM (Google)

Taking Charge: Becoming an Active Participant in Your Cancer Care (Episode #2)

This is the second episode of Dr. Brian Lawenda's podcast, Functional Medicine in Cancer Care.
This episode explores how to take an empowered approach to your cancer journey. Learn how to make informed decisions, communicate effectively with your healthcare team, and challenge common misconceptions about prognosis. We’ll discuss the importance of understanding absolute risk differences and considering personal factors when making treatment choices. Tune in to discover how to shape your survival curve and take ownership of your health.
Podcast hosts: Notebook LM (Google)

"Empowered Against Cancer:" Really? Another Book About Cancer? (Episode #1)

This is the first episode of Dr. Brian Lawenda's podcast "Functional Medicine in Cancer Care."
In this episode, we explore Chapter 1 of Empowered Against Cancer, where Dr. Brian Lawenda and Conner Middelmann explain why their book is different from other cancer guides. They emphasize using evidence-based complementary therapies—like diet, exercise, and meditation—alongside conventional treatments to empower patients and improve outcomes. Learn how creating a body environment hostile to cancer can enhance treatment success and quality of life.
Podcast hosts: Notebook LM (Google)