Clearing the Confusion: Nutrition After Breast Cancer with Laura Lummer
Episode Overview
Navigate the confusion around nutrition post-breast cancer diagnosis Learn about biases and fear tactics in popular nutrition documentaries Discover the importance of a balanced approach to nourishing your body Understand the benefits of vegetable consumption and quality meat sources Explore the significance of exercise and metabolic health coaching in recovery
Don't let it scare you. Don't think that having animal products in your diet will make you sick. Let's look at the actual facts and take things as they really are.
After a breast cancer diagnosis, the world of nutrition can feel like a minefield. Add in the overwhelming information from various documentaries and it’s easy to get lost. Laura Lummer, a two-time breast cancer survivor and certified Life, Health, and Nutrition Coach, dives into this very topic in episode 343 of 'Better Than Before Breast Cancer'. She tackles the confusion head-on, addressing common fears and misconceptions about food that many face post-diagnosis.
Laura discusses a popular nutrition documentary, stripping away its biases and fear tactics to offer a clearer, more balanced perspective on eating well after cancer. Should you go vegan? Is meat off the table? Laura provides practical advice on these questions and more, helping listeners navigate their nutritional choices with confidence. She emphasizes the importance of a varied diet, rich in whole foods, to support recovery and overall well-being.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to demystify nutrition after breast cancer and embrace a healthier, more balanced approach to food.