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Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, kale, arugula, cabbage, and radishes, are sometimes called "super foods." But why? How are they good for you? In this episode, Tina and Leah answer these questions and discuss ways crucifers can be part of a healthy diet. They touch on some of the supplements that come from crucifers, too. So, hit play, and you may hear the best broccoli joke you've ever heard.

A thorough (and technical) review on cruciferous vegetables - Linus Pauling Institute
Link to buy lids  for sprouting
Tina's review on iodine and Cancer in NMJ

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Berries are one of the most easily accessible, nutrient-packed plant foods we can eat. You may know that berries are good for you, but do you know what makes them so nutritious? Tina and Leah talk about common and exotic berries and tell you what's inside berries that makes them so awesome! You may even learn a few new plants you didn't know were technically berries!

Bananas are berries!
About Goji Berries
Information on Sea Buckthorn
The health effects of berry bioactive compounds
Antioxidant effects of berries
The fruit that is literally called Miracle Fruit

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Electrolyte balance is essential for optimal function of all of our systems. This episode covers the electrolytes you should pay close attention to during and after treatment.  We're not talking designer drinks or influencer hacks to your biology,  just practical knowledge and tips to help you balance your electrolytes.  Join Tina and Leah as they talk about how to know if you have imbalanced electrolytes and what you can do to monitor and optimize them. 

Prior episodes related to this episode:
Calcium: The Low Down and the High Points
Magnesium: The Goldilocks Nutrient?

Relevant medical papers:
A brief review of electrolytes [Stat Pearls]
Electrolytes during platinum-based chemotherapies

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Pedialyte products
Oral Rehydration Salts by TriOral

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Hour 1: John Sherman's impressive offseason & the 49ers practice field complaints

Royals manager Matt Quatraro has some pep in his stop following the Bobby Witt Jr news!

Ginger "root" has been used for thousands of years. Technically a rhizome, not a root, ginger's modern-day claim to fame is its ability to prevent the onset of nausea. Ginger is so reliable and safe that it's been studied to prevent nausea during pregnancy as well as chemo-induced nausea.  But that is just the beginning of the benefits of ginger. It can be used to support immune function and lower cardiovascular risk, among its many uses. Join Tina & Leah as they explore the most reliable ways to use ginger from a culinary and medicinal perspective.

A review of 109 randomized controlled trials on the use of ginger
The history of gingerbread (from The Spruce)

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Ginger People products
Reeds Ginger Ale
Tummy drops (Pineapple and Spicy Ginger are Leah’s favorites!) - Mild or Strong

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Joint pain is common, but that doesn't mean you have to suffer! There are so many natural remedies to control and relieve the discomfort. Whether you are preventing joint pain during treatment or you have ongoing arthritis-type pain, Tina & Leah talk about ways to find relief. We even tackle the tough-to-treat joint pain from aromatase inhibitors (yes, there are things you can do!). Sometimes, the answer is already in your kitchen!

Links to prior episodes we mention:
Turmeric
Brain Fog
Sammy Peterson, RD, CSO

Rebecca Katz- nutrition, recipes, etc.- her website and her cookbooks.

Aromatase Inhibitors and Vitamin D in your blood.
Exercise to reduce the joint pain from aromatase inhibitors.
Community acupuncture can keep your cost for acupuncture way down.

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We've all heard that "the dose makes the poison." Nowhere is this a more apt saying than with nutmeg.  Hey, don't get us wrong, just a wee bit of nutmeg can help you tolerate some of those holiday food indulgences! Nutmeg is warming, has anti-parasite and pain-relieving properties, and can be used topically for pain relief.  Join us as we touch on some history and give you our takes on nutmeg: the spice, the medicine, the poison.  Oh, and go ahead and share this episode with someone who would enjoy it! Maybe a friend who's a chef or a baker?

Did you know that nutmeg was a commodity so precious it was traded for Manhattan? From serving as a sleep aid (insomniacs chickens?) to its pain-relieving effects, nutmeg has lots of potential as a medicinal spice. Just remember, while nutmeg may enhance your holiday season, moderation is key, and it's always advisable to consult a professional before using higher doses of nutmeg as medicine.

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Jill Stansbury's Botanical Medicine for Herbalists (formulas and how to)
A Modern Herbal, the Maude Grieves Herbal Book (originally printed in ....

Recipes:
Medieval Cookies from Atlas Obscura
Golden Milk Recipe from our blog

MEDICINAL USE:
Anti-diarrheal and Sleep inducing effects
Reduction of colon cancer (in rats)
Traditional Users: A Modern Herbal by Maude Grieves - botanical.com (FREE!)
Ayurvedic perspective of nutmeg

TOXICITY:
Brain damage (in rats) from nutmeg
German Commission E Report on Nutmeg
Case reports of toxicity over 10 years (Illinois Poison Center)

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H.W. (Bill) Brands is a historian who has written more than 30 books including one of his most recent ones, The Last Campaign: Sherman, Geronimo, and the War For America. In this episode. Brands talks about his ongoing desire to find out “what makes humans tick,” how he got “inside Geronimo’s head,” partisan politics, and the future of the American dollar. (Recorded June 8, 2023.)

'Tis the season! Pine trees are everywhere! From vitamin C to turpentine (yes, the paint thinner!), pine trees give us a lot to talk about. Listen in as Tina & Leah chat about the uses and cautions of the ubiquitous pine tree in this holiday minisode. And don't forget... hit those 5 stars and send this episode to someone you think would enjoy it! Thanks for listening!!

Memorial Sloan-Kettering's summary of pine bark
A lovely read on the medicinal uses of pine (and a recipe)
The science behind Forest Bathing- what it does, how it does it
Pine essential oil components induce sleep (technical paper)
Pycnogenol: WebMD's take on it
Turpentine's history in medicine

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It's that time of year! Cranberries are in season! There's a good chance you'll sit down to some cranberry dishes or drinks during the holidays. Maybe this episode can be fodder for conversation? ("Yes, Uncle Frank, those pics are... something. That chicken nugget really does look like Elvis. A-hem, how about this cranberry sauce? Did you know... ") 

In this holiday minisode, Tina & Leah chat about the history, the culinary, and the medicinal uses of cranberries. So, what are you waiting for? Hit that play button! And remember to give us a 5-star review.  :)   (We appreciate it!)

26 ways to use a bag of cranberries (warning: not all of them are naturopath-approved)
The Cranberry Blitzen Mocktail Recipe (by Leah!)
The Festive Cranberry Shrub Leah mentions in the episode
Orange-cranberry, gluten-free biscotti recipe (by our former guest, Amy Rothenberg, ND)

More technical info on cranberries and their effects:
Sloan-Kettering review of cranberries as medicine
Review of phytochemicals in cranberries (proanthocyanidins and such)
Cranberries for Urinary Tract Infections(UTIs)- the latest Cochran Review (2023)
The mechanism  of UTI prevention

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Everyone has heard a myth or two about cancer (hello, sugar!) The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) published eight "Myths and Facts About Cancer." Some of the myths they brought up were ones we've heard from patients, others...kind of cringey. We thought we should tackle them one by one. Not surprisingly, there is often a vein of truth that keeps these so-called myths alive.

Tina and Leah have decades of experience as naturopathic physicians and have sifted through the data, so you don't have to! Just hit "play" and enjoy the show! We promise it's entertaining,  at the very least.

ASCO's 8 Myths and Facts About Cancer
Spider Legs in Bubble Gum?
Oh, that's a myth, alright.  Link to the truth re: spider legs in bubble gum.
Link to our previous episode on sugar--  E58: Does Sugar Feed Cancer?

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Herbal medicine is part of our daily lives. Coffee, tea, soup, salads... we are already consuming plants, and many are medicinal. Walking in nature and gardening, these are also aspects of plant medicine.

Listen to the latest episode of The Cancer Pod, where Tina and Leah chat with Chanchal Cabrera, MSc, FNMIH, RHT, (RH) AHG , whose career as a medical herbalist with a specialty in holistic oncology stretches over 35 years. You’re in for a treat when you tune in to hear the inspiring conversation about the power of plant medicine.

Order a copy of Chanchal Cabrera’s book!  Holistic Cancer Care: An Herbal Approach (2023)
The book that inspired Tina and Leah: The Way of Herbs by Michael Tierra
Learn how to integrate herbs into your life from Chanchal - Shift Network

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We talked with Dr. Lise Alschuler about the three most important things to reduce cancer risk and its recurrence. With almost 30 years as a clinician, as well as a cancer survivor herself, Dr. Alschuler is an authority on the topic. Join Tina & Leah in this not-to-be-missed episode. Where else will you find three naturopathic physicians giving out reliable advice on cancer risk reduction?

More about Dr. Lise Alschuler

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Does a higher BMI sometimes lead to better outcomes? Is BMI  what we should be using to measure obesity? Whether you are considered obese, overweight, normal weight, or underweight... your BMI can be misleading. Tina & Leah delve into the details and give you some advice to achieve the ultimate goal: living your best life as long as you possibly can!

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Some things supporting wellness are a great idea — if you're not in the middle of cancer treatment! Tina and Leah talk about some good-for-you, healthy, and usually risk-free things you should avoid while getting active treatment.  Avoiding anything that may undermine your treatment success is a top priority, so don't miss this one!

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Today, the US Department of Justice begins its anti-trust case against Google. Should it matter if Google commands more than 90% of the web search market share? Plus, a cybersecurity issue creates a huge headache for MGM Resorts and a former Apple employee brings RICO charges against the company.

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Time flies! Before you know it, another year's gone by! We've hit some hot topics this past year, and the info just keeps coming! So, Tina & Leah plucked from the headlines and updated some prior episodes with the newest info. They also look to the future of cancer diagnosis (will ants someday be involved?) and tackle a listener question about mushrooms.  Join us as we learn (and laugh!) together.

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Green tea is a hugely popular drink and supplement. But are its health claims warranted? In this episode, Tina & Leah bring you the facts about green tea's benefits. As usual, there are some unique considerations regarding cancer. So tune in to find out if this anti-oxidant-rich tea should be a high priority on your to-do list!

Memorial Sloan-Kettering summary on green tea
ASCO position paper on green tea
Bottled versus Brewed green tea
Effects on Cancer stem cells
Topical green tea preventing radiation-induced rash
Review on high doses and liver toxicity
Scientific opinion on the toxicity of green tea
Decaf green tea, weight loss, and the COMT gene
Green tea phytosome as an add-on for weight loss
The paper referred to in our Moment of Woo

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Adaptogens are all the rage, making their way into popular pick-me-up products (looking at you, Monster energy drinks).  Many different plants are adaptogens (Ashwaganda, Ginseng, Rhodiola, etc), but should these plants really be taken willy-nilly? Tina & Leah give you the low down on adaptogens, including their uses, side effects, and some contraindications.

What's an adaptogen? "a natural substance considered to help the body adapt to stress and to exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes. A well-known example is ginseng." Tune in to learn more!

Learn more about Ginseng

Technical paper on Asian and American ginsengs

Schisandra Herbalgram from American Botanical Council

The difference between red and white Panax ginseng

ASCO study on ginseng and cancer-related fatigue

American (Wisconsin) ginseng from the source

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