Changing Lives
Changing Lives is your go-to podcast for transformative conversations about women's health, brought to you by Happy Healthy You and hosted by naturopath Lauren Jane. Each episode dives deep into pivotal issues that shape and change women's lives - from managing menopause and understanding stress to navigating digestive health, sleep, pain and hormonal balance.
But we don’t just focus on the challenges; we’re here to empower you with actionable insights to change your life. Our guests, range from leading holistic practitioners and integrative doctors to inspiring wellness advocates, bringing you the latest science, traditional medicine and personal stories that inform, inspire, and uplift.
Changing Lives provides the knowledge and tools you need to lead a healthier, happier life. Tune in, and change your life with us.
Changing Lives
Natural Medicine meets Cancer
Natural Medicine Meets Cancer with Carla Wrenn
Today's guest is Carla Wrenn, a highly respected naturopath who has carved out a unique path in the world of integrative oncology.
In this episode, Carla and I explore the powerful ways natural medicine can support people navigating cancer. Whether you're seeking a holistic approach to complement conventional treatment, looking for evidence-informed strategies to reduce side effects, or exploring options after treatment resistance, this conversation is for you.
With over two decades of clinical experience, Carla shares her holistic, yet science-backed, and compassionate approach to integrative cancer care. She brings a rare blend of naturopathic knowledge, collaboration with primary care teams, and heartfelt insight to this deeply important topic.
Topics
- The naturopathic approach to and view of cancer
- Known causes and drivers of cancer: Trauma, mould exposure, blood sugar, inflammation, immune dysfunction and genetics
- Nutritional strategies for chemo, remission, and hormonal cancers
- The truth about phytoestrogens and breast cancer
- Foods vs supplements: what’s safe and what’s not
- Thoughts on water fasting, smoking and alcohol
- Managing chemo side effects naturally
- Natural support for perimenopausal symptoms
- Safe timing with natural medicines and the importance of practitioner guidance
- Detoxing after cancer treatment - yay or nay?
- Lifestyle and mindset in the cancer journey - spiritual, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Living with cancer as a chronic illness
Resources
Find Carla here: www.carlawrenn.com | Instagram: @carlawrenn
Oncology Clinic: www.prospercancercare.co | Instagram: @prosper.cancer.care
Peninsula Herbal Dispensary: www.peninsulaherbaldispensary.com.au | Instagram: @peninsulaherbaldispensary
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