Cancer: a Fundamentally Misunderstood Disease

A diagnosis is not the result of bad luck or bad genes.

Only 5-15% of cases are linked to a genetic predisposition or mutation.

Cancer can "run in the family" because relatives tend to follow the family culture and accepted wisdom surrounding food, movement/exercise habits, and lifestyle choices (smoking, alcohol, etc.). Families are also exposed to the same environmental toxins, i.e: pesticide exposure from nearby farms, air pollution from high-traffic roads, gas stoves, etc.

If:

• Our body’s systems are functioning
• We’re eating nourishing food
• Avoiding toxic exposures (plastics, chemicals, heavy metals, synthetic vitamins, etc.)

the cancerous (abnormal) cells we all produce have the chance to die off in a process called apoptosis. 

Cancer develops over time, when our “inner terrain” is dysfunctional, and hospitable to its continued growth. 

Nutrition is not a cure, but it is vital to combatting any disease, and improving quality of life.

Each person is unique, and requires individualized care. 

As a certified oncology nutrition consultant (ONC), I help cancer survivors integrate diet and lifestyle changes to improve the efficacy of treatment, and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.

To create your protocol, I assess multiple factors including:

• Diet
• Lifestyle
• Environmental exposures
• Cancer type
• Blood work
• Nutrient deficiencies
• and nutrigenomics (if desired)

You’ll receive ongoing support as you integrate diet and lifestyle changes and an empowering diet plan with nutrient-dense and anti-cancer foods based on your specific needs.

Nutrition is one of the best ways you can take an active role in your care. 

References 

1. Anand P, Kunnumakkara AB, Sundaram C, et al. Cancer is a preventable disease that requires major lifestyle changes. Pharm Res. 2008;25(9):2097-2116. doi:10.1007/s11095-008-9661-9

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