The Flourish After Cancer Podcast

In most places in the world, alcohol is a part of almost every celebration — from family dinners and holidays, to girls’ nights and “just one glass to relax” at the end of the day.

But after cancer, that simple glass of wine can raise complicated questions:

👉 “Is this safe for me?”

👉 “Will drinking increase my risk of recurrence?”

👉 “How do I say no at parties? It’s so awkward.”

In this week’s episode of The Flourish After Can...

Most people think of cancer as just a cluster of disorganized and unpredictable cells—but the real story on how cancer cells behave lies in the neighborhood they live in.

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, Dr. Megan Bernard, ND, unpacks one of the most fascinating (and empowering) areas of cancer research: the tumor microenvironment — the community of immune cells, connective tissue, blood vessels, and signals th...

You’ve heard that certain foods can help lower your risk of cancer coming back — but why and what ones are the best?

Most supplements actually start from plants — sulforaphane from broccoli, polyphenols from berries, catechins from green tea — but when we isolate them into capsules, we lose the teamwork that makes food so powerful.

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, Dr Megan Bernard, ND, shares how phytonutrients...

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What if you could shorten healing time, reduce complications, and step into surgery feeling more confident and in control?

Too often, women go into surgery with little guidance beyond the hospital packet — and then face long recoveries, u...

Don't forget to check out The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop, happening November 18-20. Learn more here: The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/breastcancerfreedom

You beat breast cancer — but then you’re handed another decision that can feel just as heavy: Should I take hormone-blocking therapy?

Or, you’re currently taking hormone blocking therapy and you’re wondering if you’ve made the right choice ...

Don't forget to check out The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop, happening November 18-20, 2025. Learn more here > The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/breastcancerfreedom It’s that time of year (Halloween) when skeletons decorate every front yard and bone-shaped candies fill the stores. But for many women after cancer, bone health is no joke.

If menopause came early because of treatment, or you’re t...

Don't forget to check out The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop, happening November 18-20, 2025. Learn more here > The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/breastcancerfreedom You finish treatment. You’re ready to get back to “normal life,” but no one warned you that intimacy and sexual health might feel like an uphill battle. Painful intercourse, dryness, lack of desire, mood changes, and even body imag...

Don't forget to check out The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop, happening November 18-20, 2025. Learn more here > The Breast Cancer Freedom Workshop: https://flourishaftercancer.com/breastcancerfreedom You’ve finished treatment. You’re doing your best to eat well, move more, and get back to feeling like yourself again. But when you step on the scale, it feels stuck. The harder you try, the more frustrating it gets.

Here’s the tru...

You sit down on a quiet morning, ready to start your day. It’s peaceful. Rare. The smell of freshly brewed coffee fills the air and for a moment, everything feels calm. You grab your favorite mug, take that first comforting sip… and then it hits you:

“Wait… is this coffee helping me, or could it actually be encouraging cancer?”

Coffee is the second most consumed beverage worldwide — but for survivors, it often feels like a guilty p...

IV Vitamin C is one of the most talked-about integrative cancer therapies worldwide. From reducing side effects of chemo to potentially playing a role in long-term recurrence prevention, the buzz is everywhere.

But does it actually work? Is it safe? And how do you know if it’s right for you?

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I unpack the science, protocols, and practicalities of IV Vitamin C — so you can make in...

Collagen is one of the hottest supplements out there—promising glowing skin, stronger joints, and anti-aging magic. But what happens when you’ve been through cancer treatment? Is collagen safe, helpful, or just over-hyped?

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’m unpacking what collagen really does in the body, what the science says about its benefits, and the complicated role it may play in cancer biology.

⚠️ This...

What does baking a cake have to do with cancer prevention? More than you might think!

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’m guiding you through the 3 key layers of a truly effective post-cancer care plan—foundations, personalization, and targeted tools—using one sweet (and surprisingly accurate) analogy.

⚠️ This is a must-listen if: • You’re feeling overwhelmed by all the things you “should” be doing after canc...

Join my upcoming Blood Work Clarity LIVE Bootcamp for Cancer Survivors! How to Use Your Labs to Take the Guesswork Out of Nutrition, Supplements, and Reducing Recurrence Risk.

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If you’re NED (no evidence of disease) but still reaching for every supplement promising to “kill cancer cells,” this episode is going to shift everything. Because here’s the truth: once treatment is done, ...

Join my upcoming Blood Work Clarity LIVE Bootcamp for Cancer Survivors! How to Use Your Labs to Take the Guesswork Out of Nutrition, Supplements, and Reducing Recurrence Risk.

Sign Up At: www.FlourishAfterCancer.com/bootcamp

Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things after cancer—taking supplements, eating well, moving your body—but still wonder… Is this even working?

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’...

Join my upcoming Blood Work Clarity LIVE Bootcamp for Cancer Survivors! How to Use Your Labs to Take the Guesswork Out of Nutrition, Supplements, and Reducing Recurrence Risk.

Sign Up At: www.FlourishAfterCancer.com/bootcamp

Your immune system is your body’s best line of defense—not just against colds and viruses, but also in preventing cancer from coming back.

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’m breaking do...

Join my upcoming Blood Work Clarity LIVE Bootcamp for Cancer Survivors! How to Use Your Labs to Take the Guesswork Out of Nutrition, Supplements, and Reducing Recurrence Risk.

Sign Up At: www.FlourishAfterCancer.com/bootcamp

IGF-1 is a hormone that promotes cell growth—and while that can be helpful for healing, it can also fuel cancer progression if it gets too high. In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, Dr. Megan...

You’ve probably asked yourself: “How did this even happen?” In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, we’re diving into the complex, emotional, and often overwhelming question of what causes cancer—and how you can identify and reduce your personal risk factors without spiraling into fear or blame.

⚠️ This is a must-listen if: • You’ve finished treatment and want to go deeper than vague advice like “just be healthy.” •...

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sea of “anti-cancer” supplements out there—everyone seems to have a miracle cure. But the truth? Not every supplement is helpful. Some can even be harmful, especially if they’re not right for your body.

In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, I’m breaking down five popular supplements that might not be the best choice during or after cancer treatment—based on research, clinical ins...

You’ve probably googled it: “What’s the best diet to prevent cancer coming back?”

And if you’re like most people, you were hit with a wave of conflicting advice:

Plant-based? Keto? Alkaline? Mediterranean?

In this episode, I’m breaking down why there’s no one-size-fits-all diet when it comes to staying cancer-free—and how to build a nutrition plan that actually supports your healing.

⚠️ This is a must-watch if:

• You’re feeling...