Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition Do Mushrooms Help Your Body Fight Cancer? The Science Behind Medicinal Mushrooms | Dr. Catalina Fernández | Be Well Moments
Aug 29, 2025
Dr. Catalina Fernández, an Oncologist specializing in integrative medicine, discusses the intriguing role of medicinal mushrooms in cancer treatment. She dives into how these fungi can boost immune function and improve gut health, essential for patients undergoing conventional therapy. Dr. Fernández also emphasizes the importance of nutrition and highlights specific mushroom extracts that enhance well-being during chemotherapy, while cautioning against certain preparations. A must-listen for anyone curious about innovative cancer care strategies!
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Mushrooms Modulate Immunity And Microbiome
- Medicinal mushrooms act mainly by modifying the immune system to help it recognize and respond to cancer cells.
- They also influence the gut microbiome, which differs between cancer patients and healthy people.
Microbiome Changes Can Happen Fast
- Microbiome shifts in cancer patients can begin to reverse quickly when mushrooms are introduced.
- Dr. Fernández notes measurable microbiome changes can occur in as little as five days.
Daily Environment And Nutrition Shape Risk
- Environmental and lifestyle factors shape cancer risk and overall health span.
- Daily nutrition choices, including mushrooms like lion's mane, can influence cellular balance over time.