Functional Medicine in Cancer Care

Cancer Related Fatigue (Episode #5)

Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and often debilitating side effect of cancer treatment, affecting up to 80% of patients. CRF is characterized by a persistent and overwhelming sense of tiredness that is not proportional to activity levels. This episode provides a comprehensive guide to managing CRF, covering various approaches like addressing potential contributing factors (medication side effects, sleep disturbances, and nutritional deficiencies), incorporating exercise and light therapy, exploring cognitive behavioral therapy, managing stress, and considering medication or supplements. The aim is to equip individuals with strategies to alleviate CRF and improve their quality of life during and after cancer treatment.

Effective Cancer Prevention Strategies (Episode #4)

Description:In this episode of Functional Medicine in Cancer Care, we delve into Dr. Brian Lawenda’s recommendations for effective cancer prevention. Our hosts uncover the top preventable risk factors—such as chronic inflammation and insulin resistance—and explore how lifestyle choices like diet, exercise, and stress management can reduce cancer risk. The episode also highlights practical preventive measures, including vaccinations and screenings, and details powerful dietary compounds with anti-cancer properties.
Drawing on the latest research, Dr. Lawenda provides actionable strategies for maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding carcinogens, and making informed choices that can safeguard your health for the future. Tune in to learn how small changes today can profoundly impact your well-being and longevity. Empower yourself to take control of your health journey with science-based recommendations that can help minimize your risk of developing cancer.

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)