Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself

#420 Revolutionizing Cancer Care: The Metabolic Terrain with Dr. Nasha Winters

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Sep 24, 2025

Dr. Nasha Winters, a pioneering integrative oncology expert and author, dives deep into the concept of cancer care as a metabolic terrain issue rather than merely tumor-focused. She emphasizes the crucial role of the nervous system and mitochondrial health in healing. Discussions include how breathwork and circadian rhythms can enhance recovery, and the dangers of certain supplements during treatment. With practical tips like optimizing light exposure and daily habits, Dr. Winters offers a refreshing perspective on holistic cancer care.

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Nervous System Is Step Zero

Nervous system state is foundational: therapies won't 'land' if someone is stuck in fight-or-flight.
Dr. Nasha Winters says low vagal tone and low HRV block treatment effectiveness.

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Environmental Hits Drain Resilience

Modern exposures (glyphosate, antibiotics, spike protein) have compromised microbiome and mitochondrial resilience.
Dr. Nasha Winters links these insults to rising chronic disease and cancer vulnerability.

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PI3K Acts As A Metabolic On/Off Switch

The PI3K/PIK3CA signaling pathway is a common oncogenic switch influenced by metabolic inputs.
Dr. Nasha Winters warns external triggers can flip this pathway and accelerate cancer proliferation.

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This week on The Less Stressed Life, we’re digging into a bold reframe of cancer: it’s not just about the tumor, it’s about the terrain. Dr. Nasha Winters and I explore how nervous system state, mitochondrial health, oxygen, light, and circadian rhythm shape resilience and healing. We talk about why standard treatments often fall flat without nervous system regulation, how modern inputs overload our mitochondria, and the simple daily habits that create measurable shifts in terrain.

If you’ve ever wondered why some therapies don’t stick—or how breathwork, fasting, light, and minerals could matter just as much as labs and scans—this conversation connects the dots.

Find both Dr. Nasha's education courses & books here: https://drnasha.com/books-and-education

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Your nervous system is step zero—nothing works if you’re stuck in fight-or-flight
Mitochondria are the hub of terrain and energy production
Oxygen and breathwork are underrated tools in prevention and recovery
Daily rhythm matters: sunrise/sunset light, post-meal walks, and overnight fasting
Some “healthy” supplements (iron, calcium, glutathione, methyl donors) can fuel cancer if misused
Timing is everything—especially with red light therapy

ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Nasha Winters is a global leader in integrative oncology and the author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer. With decades of experience, she bridges conventional care with metabolic and complementary therapies while making complex science feel accessible and empowering. Her passion lies in helping people understand their bodies, build resilience, and embrace new possibilities for healing.

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://drnasha.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnashawinters/
Practitioner Directory: https://www.mtih.org/

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Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife

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