A Really Good Cry What to Eat, What to Skip: Seed Oils, Sugar, and the Fiber You’re Missing with Elissa Goodman
Sep 9, 2025
Elissa Goodman, an integrative holistic nutritionist and author who healed from Hodgkin's lymphoma, shares her inspiring journey and wisdom on nutrition. She highlights foods that promote healing and reduce inflammation, while warning against harmful additives and sugars. Elissa discusses the critical link between gut health, stress, and emotional wellness. Listeners gain practical tips on detoxifying the body, the importance of hydration, and how self-love supports recovery. Elissa's insights empower those seeking better health through mindful eating and lifestyle changes.
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Choosing A Holistic Cancer Path
- Elissa Goodman described choosing a holistic path after her Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis at 32 and later supporting her husband through cancer.
- She credits early exposure to health ranches, meditation, and plant-based eating for shaping her decision to avoid full chemotherapy.
Eat Vegetables That Lower Tumor Markers
- Eat cruciferous vegetables, radicchio, spinach, alliums and antioxidant-rich foods to lower tumor markers.
- Return to whole, plant-forward foods and prioritize vegetables and fiber over processed alternatives.
Avoid Seed Oils And Hidden Additives
- Avoid bad seed oils and added sugars frequently used in restaurants and packaged foods.
- Read labels and skip products with unpronounceable additives, fillers, and industrial dyes.