13: How to Thrive Through Cancer Recovery | Dr. Becky Lee, ND

Join me as I speak with Dr. Becky Lee, ND, about one of the most important yet often overlooked elements of the cancer healing journey – the recovery process. Dr. Lee shares her own story of being diagnosed with cancer at the age of sixteen, and strategies she used to help her body recover - both physically and mentally.

What you'll learn from this episode:

• Strategies for dealing with side effects that accompany conventional cancer treatments
• Nutrition's role in the cancer recovery process
• Why fiber plays a critical role in estrogen detoxification
• Managing emotions after a cancer diagnosis
• & Much more!

Resources:

• Dr. Becky Lee | Website
• Dr. Becky Lee | Instagram
• Breast Cancer Mini Series
• An Integrative Approach to Breast Cancer Free Guide

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Chapters

• 1:49 What is naturopathic oncology?
• 8:11 Why supplements may not always be the answer
• 9:10 The most optimal diet for a cancer patient
• 10:38 The benefits of time-restricted eating
• 10:58 The one nutritional strategy everyone should focus on
• 11:27 Is the ketogenic diet good for cancer patients?
• 11:50 The critical role of fiber for women with estrogen driven cancers
• 14:53 Should cancer patients avoid eating fruit?
• 16:07 What to do if you're worried about sugar regulation when consuming fruit
• 17:34 How cancer cells can fuel themselves
• 18:31 Physical components of the cancer recovery process
• 19:23 The relationship between alcohol & cancer
• 21:43 Dealing with weight issues post-treatment
• 22:15 The importance of adding complex carbohydrates
• 23:44 The best types of movement & exercise
• 25:21 The importance of mental & emotional health in the cancer recovery process