#395 Vitamin B6 and Breast Cancer - The Science You Need to Know
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Release Date: 01/17/2025
#399 The Gut-Brain Connection - A Roadmap for Breast Cancer Survivors
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
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#398 How to Stay Consistent When Life Gets in The Way
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
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#397 Disappointment Detox - How to Stop Setting Yourself Up to Suffer
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
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#396 Breast Cancer and How Your Relationship with Yourself Sets the Stage for Health Healing
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
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#395 Vitamin B6 and Breast Cancer - The Science You Need to Know
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we tackle the complex world of supplements, focusing on one essential yet often misunderstood vitamin: B6. For breast cancer survivors, supplements can feel like a lifeline, but they’re not always the safest or most effective choice. Join me, as I dive into understanding the role of supplements and the science behind vitamin B6, its role in the body, and why it deserves special consideration after a breast cancer diagnosis. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why breast cancer survivors often turn to supplements for a sense of safety. The...
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#394 Breast Cancer and The Benefit of A Future Focus
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
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#393 The Art of Allowing - A New Perspective for a Better Life After Breast Cancer
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
In this powerful New Year's episode, I’ll share my personal journey from a "fighting" mindset to embracing a healing mentality after breast cancer. We’ll talk about how resistance can block your path to wellness and how allowing yourself to heal can create profound positive changes. Key Points: The difference between fighting disease and allowing healing How resistance impacts our physical and emotional wellbeing Research from the Heart Math Institute on stress hormones and healing The role of positive emotions in recovery and healing Moving from New Year's resolutions to...
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#392 The Truth About Ketosis After Breast Cancer: Beyond Weight Loss
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Episode Overview In this final episode of 2024, I break down the science and benefits of ketosis for breast cancer survivors. I’ll tell you why metabolic health matters and how achieving a state of ketosis can support recovery and overall wellbeing. Key Topics Covered What ketosis really is (beyond just weight loss) The difference between ketosis and ketogenic diet How ketosis specifically benefits breast cancer survivors Practical ways to achieve and maintain ketosis Common challenges and how to overcome them Tools for monitoring ketosis and blood glucose Why Ketosis Matters...
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#391 Holiday Boundaries for Breast Cancer Survivors - The Science of Emotional Power
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Lately holiday gatherings that can feel like emotional minefields have been weighing heavy with a lot of my clients. Listen, I get it - there's Aunt Martha asking why you're not wearing a wig, your well-meaning mom hovering over every bite you take, and maybe those relatives who just can't stop giving their "expert" medical advice. We need to talk about this! Not just the surface stuff, but really dive into what's happening in our brains during these moments and why we react the way we do. In this episode, I'm sharing everything I've learned about taking back your power during these moments -...
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#390 The Power of Intentional Living - How to Create a Life You Love After Breast Cancer
Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Join Laura for a special vault episode featuring an authentic coaching conversation about intentional living, effective time management, and creating a life you love after breast cancer. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 10:29 - Understanding the relationship between follow-through and self-worth 26:28 - The critical mindset shift about time management 35:07 - Introduction to the "Monday Hour One" method 41:00 - Breaking down the emotional barriers to time management 52:00 - Transforming our relationship with boundaries 59:55 - Workshop announcement and closing...
info_outlineIn this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we tackle the complex world of supplements, focusing on one essential yet often misunderstood vitamin: B6.
For breast cancer survivors, supplements can feel like a lifeline, but they’re not always the safest or most effective choice. Join me, as I dive into understanding the role of supplements and the science behind vitamin B6, its role in the body, and why it deserves special consideration after a breast cancer diagnosis.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why breast cancer survivors often turn to supplements for a sense of safety.
- The staggering amount of money spent annually on supplements—and how much is actually absorbed by the body.
- The critical role of vitamin B6 in hormone regulation, brain health, and energy metabolism.
- How cancer treatments alter liver function and impact vitamin metabolism.
- Why high doses of B6 supplements may pose risks for breast cancer survivors, including interference with cancer treatments.
- Evidence from studies exploring the relationship between B6, cancer, and overall health outcomes.
- The benefits of getting B6 from whole foods and a list of nutrient-rich options.
Links to Studies Cited
- Dietary Sources vs. Supplementation of B6:
- Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention: Read the study here
- Highlights the benefits of plasma B6 levels from dietary sources and associated health markers.
- B6 Supplementation and Cancer Treatments:
- Journal of Clinical Oncology: Access the study here
- Discusses how excess B6 supplementation may interfere with drug metabolism and exacerbate treatment side effects.
Key Takeaways
- Supplements Are Not One-Size-Fits-All: Each person’s body is unique, and cancer survivors have different nutritional needs and metabolic processes.
- B6 from Food Is Safer: Nutrient-rich foods like chicken, salmon, bananas, potatoes, and spinach provide B6 naturally without the risks of over-supplementation.
- Work with Your Care Team: Before adding any supplements to your routine, consult with a healthcare provider to tailor choices to your specific health needs.
Actionable Steps
- Review your current supplement regimen and evaluate whether it aligns with your health goals.
- Incorporate more B6-rich foods into your diet for safe and natural benefits.
- Share this episode with someone who might be rethinking their supplement use after breast cancer.
- MATC trained Doctors
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Thank you for tuning in. Together, we can make informed choices and create a healthier, happier life after breast cancer. This show is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice.