In this episode of The Holistic Truth, we sit down with Dr. Donese Worden to explore mitochondrial health and the emerging field of metabolic oncology. We discuss how cellular energy metabolism relates to cancer research, the roles of glucose and glutamine, and why ketogenic diets and other metabolic approaches still require careful evaluation. We also examine exercise, muscle preservation, nutrition, stress, and informed treatment decisions alongside conventional cancer care. - - - - - About the Guest: Dr. Donese Worden, NMD, is an integrative physician, researcher, entrepreneur, and media host with more than two decades of experience in integrative medicine. Specializing in integrative cancer support, metabolic oncology, and mitochondrial health, she helps patients navigate conventional and emerging metabolic therapies through informed, personalized treatment decisions. She is a co-author of the clinical paper “Clinical Framework for Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy in Glioblastoma,” published in BMC Medicine, and co-founder of the Moore Alliance. As founder of Repower Medical Clinic in Arizona and Prove It, a company focused on research strategy and scientific substantiation, she combines clinical experience, research, and patient advocacy to support a more comprehensive approach to physical and emotional well-being. - - - - - Social Handles: Website: https://drworden.com/ - - - - - About the Hosts: Jamie Dorley, CEO of Nutritional Frontiers, and Kristine Genovese, creator of the Soul Intelligence Method, combine functional nutrition expertise with energetic healing to help people age gracefully and radiate health. Together, they bring a balanced, science-meets-soul perspective to beauty, wellness, and longevity. - - - - - The Holistic Truth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nutritionalfrontiers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionalfrontiers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nutritionalfrontiersllc Our Partnership with Evexia: https://www.evexiadiagnostics.com/lp/nutritional-frontiers-landing-registration-page - - - - - PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com https://drtalks.com/channel-growth/