NEW: Eating Away Chemo Brain: Special Cancer Expert Joins Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne is joined by Jacqui Bryan, a functional medicine expert, to delve into the surprisingly beneficial topic of incorporating lion's mane mushrooms into diets, especially for cancer patients with cognitive issues like chemo-brain. Jacqui shares her journey of discovering this powerful mushroom at a grocery store, its significance in traditional Chinese medicine, and its potential brain-boosting, immune-strengthening, and anti-carcinogenic properties.Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, whole health educator, health coach, and registered nurse. With her deep knowledge of functional medicine, Jacqui has guided numerous clients toward healthier lifestyles. Her expertise spans various health disciplines, making her a trusted source for those looking to enhance their wellness through food-based approaches."Everything gets better with better nutrition; the least processed, chemicalized food, the better." – Jacqui BryanToday on Beating Cancer Daily:·     Lion's mane mushrooms benefit brain health, aiding memory and focus and reducing cognitive decline.·     Mushrooms, in general, are superfoods with strong antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic effects.·     Integrating whole foods, like lion's mane, into diets is preferable over supplements due to better nutrient absorption and fewer side effects.·     Compounds in lion's mane can support immune function and potentially help prevent certain types of cancer.·     Always consult with healthcare providers before adding new foods or supplements, especially for those undergoing treatments like chemotherapy.·     Lion's mane also supports gut health due to its anti-inflammatory properties, contributing to overall digestive well-being.·     The mushroom can help in nerve regeneration, potentially aiding those with nervous system injuries.·     It can be consumed in various forms—fresh, dried, powdered, or in capsules—though the preference should be for whole-food options.Guest Contact Information:Jacqui Bryan: Website (http://jackiebryan.com/)Resources Mentioned:ComedyCures Foundation: Link (http://comedycures.org)31-Day Tumor Humor Challenge: Link (http://comedycures.org)Whole Foods Market: Link (http://wholefoodsmarket.com)The #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot and Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcast by CancerCare News, Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in more than 88 countries on 6 continents and has over 300 original daily episodes hosted by stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg!  Are you wondering How You Can Support Beating Cancer Daily and ComedyCures.org?By becoming a supporter of ComedyCures.org, you'll help us continue our essential programs and research. Your generosity will significantly impact cancer patients, caregivers, doctors, nurses, and researchers worldwide.Choose your level of support:·     Supporter: $50 (or $5 per month)·     Friend: $150 (or $15 per month)·     Champion: $500 (or $50 per month)·     VIP: $5,000 annuallyDonate Here (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=GDPQCM8PHJT)https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=GDPQCM8PHJT       

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“Beating Cancer Daily'' is a unique bite-sized podcast helping cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in 99 countries on six continents. Ranked "The #1 Cancer Survivor Podcast of 2024"* for its 350+ original, creative, credible, fun daily episodes listened to on 7 continents. 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 40+ 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 50+ 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. In 2023, CancerCare News ranked 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)