NEW: Discovering Beets and A Punchline: Cancer Expert Joins Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne welcomes Jacqui Bryan, a certified nutrition specialist and health coach, as they explore the often underestimated power of beets in the diet, particularly in battling cancer. With Jacqui's expertise, they discuss the beneficial properties of beets, touching on their vibrant nutritional profile and potential health-enhancing effects, especially for those undergoing cancer treatment. Saranne and Jacqui engage in a lively conversation filled with humor and practical advice on integrating this root vegetable into daily meals.Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, whole health educator, and health coach with a background in nursing. Her extensive experience in functional medicine and dedication to guiding clients toward integrative health solutions make her a valuable advocate for those navigating dietary changes, particularly in the face of chronic illness and recovery."Beets are real food. They have real health benefits." ~Jacqui BryanToday on Beating Cancer Daily:·     Beets are rich in betaines, powerful phytonutrients with anti-inflammatory properties.·     They contain lutein and xanthin, carotenoids that support eye health. These are especially beneficial for those with a family history of macular degeneration. Incorporating beets also supports liver health and detoxification, which is crucial for cancer patients.·     Beets enhance heart health because they contain naturally occurring nitrates, which act as vasodilators, improving blood flow and lowering blood pressure.·     Beets' high fiber content aids gut health, regulating blood sugar and managing weight.·     Nitrates in beets improve blood flow to the brain, which improves cognitive function. This is especially important for those recovering from treatments like chemotherapy.·     Organic beets are recommended to avoid genetically modified crops and maximize nutritional benefits.·     Beets can be prepared in various ways, such as roasted, in soups, hummus, or as chips, offering diverse culinary experiences.The #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot and Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News, Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in more than 101 countries on seven continents and has over 350 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:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 (https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8) To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions (https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions) To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ (https://www.comedycures.org/) Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate (http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate) THANK YOU! Please tell a friend who we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

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“Beating Cancer Daily'' is a unique bite-sized podcast helping cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in 103 countries. Ranked "The #1 Cancer Survivor Podcast of 2024"* for its 350+ original, creative, credible, fun daily episodes listened to on 7 continents. (Yes, verified listeners in Antartica in January 2025.) In just a few minutes each day, you'll get personal and science-backed techniques to immediately build your resilience, boost your hopefulness, and spark your humor to significantly improve the quality of your day. Your host, Saranne Rothberg, is a globally recognized stage IV survivor, cancer mindset researcher, health and happiness expert, was named as Oprah’s “Hero” and is featured in “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 is still cancer-free. By listening to “Beating Cancer Daily” a few minutes each day, you’ll learn Saranne’s transformative strategies and research findings, plus her fun, practical tips, and comic insights to uplift and empower you to better navigate your treatment and survivorship. Three very special recurring guests and survivors join Saranne for mini-features. Saranne takes Comedian Missy Hall from diagnosis through survivorship as they explore their comic perspective as a real-time coping strategy in over 50+ episodes. Functional Medicine Expert Jacqui Bryan, RN, CNS, WHE, CHC, and Saranne share science-backed wellness information and humor to help keep us mentally and physically healthier as we juggle our cancer experiences in 70+ episodes. Former NBC and Today Show Correspondent Kristen Dahlgren and Saranne talk and laugh about everything from fast-forwarding breast cancer vaccine clinical trials via their Cancer Vaccine Coalition, to fun celebrity encounters, and the every day oddities of surviving cancer. CancerCare News ranks Beating Cancer Daily among its "Top 5 Patient Podcasts"**. Go to ComedyCures.org for more information on the program and comedy. This ComedyCures "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. (*#1 Ranking by Feedspot 2024 **Top 5 CancerCare News 2023, 2024, 2025)