The Surprising Science Behind Cancer Prevention

Oct 1, 2021

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William W. Li

Guest

Jason Fung

William Li, a renowned physician and author of "Eat to Beat Disease," teams up with nephrologist Jason Fung, known for his insights on fasting and health, to explore how diet impacts cancer prevention. They discuss the detrimental role of insulin in cancer growth and the importance of nutrition in boosting immunity. The duo emphasizes polyphenol-rich foods, intermittent fasting, and the gut microbiome's influence on treatment efficacy. They advocate for healthier food choices and how a shift in dietary habits can transform health outcomes.

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ANECDOTE

Dr. Li's Mother's Cancer Treatment

Dr. Li's mother had metastatic endometrial cancer and was treated successfully with immunotherapy.
Dr. Li added pomegranate, cranberry, and polyphenols to her treatment to support her gut microbiome.

INSIGHT

Five Health Defense Systems

Your body works constantly to defend your health through five key defense systems.
These systems include angiogenesis, stem cells, microbiome, DNA protection, and immunity.

INSIGHT

Gut Bacteria and Immunotherapy

People who respond well to immunotherapy often have a specific gut bacteria called Akkermansia muciniphila.
Pomegranates and cranberries contain ellagitannins, which promote the growth of this bacteria.

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The Surprising Science Behind Cancer Prevention | This episode is sponsored by Pique Tea

The right diet is so imperative in preventing cancer or during the healing process. This is in large part because of the role insulin plays in cancer; insulin acts as a growth factor in the body, which is one of the reasons too much insulin leads to obesity. It’s also why insulin will support the growth of cancer cells.

In this compilation episode, Dr. Mark Hyman is joined by Dr. William Li and Dr. Jason Fung to discuss how recent research is now revealing the connection between insulin resistance and cancer, what you can eat to prevent cancer, and much more.

Dr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of one of my favorite books, the New York Times bestseller Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself. His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacted care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity. His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. Dr. Li has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNBC, Live with Kelly & Ryan and the Dr. Oz Show, and he has been featured in USA Today, Time Magazine, The Atlantic, Parade and O Magazine. He is president and medical director of the Angiogenesis Foundation and is leading research into COVID-19.

Dr. Jason Fung is a physician, author, and researcher. His groundbreaking science-based books about diabetes and obesity, The Diabetes Code, The Obesity Code, and The Complete Guide to Fasting have sold over one million copies and challenged the conventional wisdom that diabetics should be treated with insulin. Dr. Fung is also the co-founder of The Fasting Method, a program to help people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes naturally with fasting. His latest book, The Cancer Code: A Revolutionary New Understanding of a Medical Mystery, was just released.

This episode is sponsored by Pique Tea. Right now, you can take advantage of their limited time bundle that includes two cartons of Sun Goddess Matcha and a glass beaker, along with two premium bonus gifts: a handheld frother and 7-day coffee detox book. Plus, if you head over to piquetea.com/hyman and use code HYMAN, you’ll get an additional 5% off this exclusive bundle with gifts

Find Dr. Hyman’s full-length conversation with Dr. William Li, “Why Food Is Better Than Medication To Treat Disease” at: https://DrMarkHyman.lnk.to/DrLi

Find Dr. Hyman’s full-length conversation with Dr. Jason Fung, “Is Cancer Caused By Sugar?” at: https://DrMarkHyman.lnk.to/DrJasonFung