NEW: Absorb More & Fart Less: Cancer Expert Joins Saranne

With her signature blend of humor and science-backed wisdom, Saranne welcomes certified nutrition specialist Jacqui Bryan to unpack the lesser-known complications some people may face when eating plant-based foods, specifically, the issue of antinutrients. While plants are celebrated for their medicinal and health-supporting properties, Jacqui explains that certain compounds in beans, legumes, whole grains, and leafy greens can impact nutrient absorption, potentially contributing to digestive discomfort or other health issues, particularly for sensitive individuals or those going through treatments such as chemotherapy. Today, Saranne and Jacqui share actionable solutions—like boiling, soaking, sprouting, and fermenting—that make it easier for anyone to absorb the benefits of these nutrient-rich plant foods while minimizing unwanted side effects like bloating and gas.Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, RN, whole health educator, functional medicine expert, and health coach. With over two decades of experience in clinical care and holistic wellness, Jacqui empowers clients facing cancer and other chronic conditions to improve their outcomes through personalized, evidence-based guidance. Her journey as a breast cancer survivor further fuels her dedication to teaching practical strategies for optimizing nutrition and supporting overall health."You are what you can absorb, right? So if you're eating foods in a format that makes it so that you can't absorb them, what's the point?"Today on Beating Cancer Daily:·     Antinutrients such as lectins, oxalates, tannins, and phytates can sometimes hinder nutrient absorption or cause digestive issues in sensitive individuals·     Boiling, soaking, sprouting, and fermenting are effective food preparation methods to reduce the impact of antinutrients and make plant foods more digestible·     Small quantities of antinutrients are found most often in whole grains, beans, legumes, seeds, and leafy greens—foods typically considered very healthful·     Most people do not need to avoid plant-based foods because of antinutrients, but those with sensitivities or gut issues may benefit from these strategies·     Proper food prep techniques can especially help those experiencing gut disruptions from cancer treatment or antibiotics, allowing them to enjoy nutritious foods still·     Pairing beans with rice or using kombu seaweed when boiling beans can help reduce gas and discomfort·     Sprouted seeds, like pumpkin seeds, may be easier to digest and absorb, and often have a better taste and texture than non-sprouted varieties·     Listening to your body and working with your medical team are crucial in tailoring your diet during all phases of cancer treatment and survivorship  Guest Contact Information:Jacqui Bryan: Website: jacquibryan.com Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries on 7 continents and has over 365 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg!   To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ (https://www.comedycures.org/) To write to Saranne or a guest:

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"Beating Cancer Daily'' is a unique, bite-sized podcast helping cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in 118 countries. Rated "Top 5 Cancer Podcast of 2024 and 2025" and "The #1 Cancer Survivor Podcast of 2024". Saranne's 365+ original daily episodes are guiding listeners on all 7 continents as they learn her fun transformative strategies, science-backed techniques, and practical tips to immediately build resiliency, boost hopefulness, and spark humor to significantly improve the quality of one's day.  Host, Saranne Rothberg, is a globally recognized stage IV survivor, cancer mindset researcher, and health and happiness expert. She was named Oprah’s “Hero” and is featured in the global bestseller “Radical Remission”. Saranne founded ComedyCures.org from her chemo chair at her first treatment in 1999 while throwing a “Chemo Comedy Party” for all at her infusion center. To date, she has helped over one million people and  Saranne is still cancer-free. Her comic insights uplift and empower  listeners to better navigate treatment and survivorship. Saranne is an expert in 'finding the funny ' in healthcare. She often adds some of her authentic 'Tumor Humor' to the "Beating Cancer Daily" series. Saranne has written an abundance of cancer jokes and created many cancer memes which she shares on the ComedyCures website, podcast, and social media.  Listeners find her authentic spontaneous laughter and playfulness uplifting and contagious. She is often joined on the podcast by comedians, survivors, and fascinating experts. Saranne helps listeners discover their comic perspective as a powerful coping strategy to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Go to ComedyCures.org for more information about her unique approach to health, cancer research, and her award-winning live and digital programs. "Beating Cancer Daily" podcast is supported by donations from listeners like you. Disclaimer: “Beating Cancer Daily” is not in lieu of medical advice or treatment.