The Metabolic Theory of Cancer with Dr. Nasha Winters: Rational Wellness Podcast 424

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Dr. Nasha Winters discusses The Metabolic Theory of Cancer with Dr. Ben Weitz.

Integrative Approaches to Cancer: Metabolic Theories and Personal Journeys   In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, hosted by Dr. Ben Weitz, the guest is Dr. Nasha Winters, a naturopathic doctor and integrative oncology specialist. The discussion centers around the integrative approach to cancer, including Dr. Winters' personal journey with ovarian cancer and her insights on the metabolic theory of cancer as opposed to the somatic mutation theory. They explore various factors influencing cancer, such as diet, environmental toxins, and mental health. Dr. Winters also shares information on innovative diagnostic tools, the importance of metabolic health, and her work in educating the public and healthcare providers. The conversation emphasizes that individual treatments should be tailored to the patient’s unique metabolic and epigenetic profile.   00:26 Guest Introduction: Dr. Nasha Winters 01:55 Current State of Cancer Worldwide 03:56 Historical Context of Cancer and Health 12:07 Advancements in Cancer Diagnostics 20:30 Dr. Nasha Winters' Personal Health Journey 29:28 The Metabolic Theory of Cancer 36:24 Reevaluating Cancer Theories 38:20 Metabolic Approach to Cancer 39:08 Impact of Diet and Environment 40:23 Microbiome and Immune System 42:37 Radiation and Metabolic Health 52:12 Supplements and Immune Support 59:00 Personalized Cancer Treatment 01:07:10 Integrative Oncology and Future Directions

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Dr. Nasha Winters is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and an Integrative oncology specialist.  She is the host of the Metabolic Matters podcast and Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health.  And she is also a cancer survivor herself.  Dr. Winters has a vision to open a residential integrative oncology hospital and research institute and she recently opened a metabolic research lab. She offers the Terrain Advocate program and the Metabolic Approach to Cancer practitioner master course. Dr. Nasha is a co-author of the best-selling books “The Metabolic Approach to Cancer” and Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology.  Her website is DrNasha.com.

Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.