Cancer Cured Me

Alexandra Simms

This is NOT a podcast about cancer - it's about living well.  It’s a reminder to celebrate life and not to wait until a big diagnosis comes along to live your best life. On this podcast we talk about healing, manifesting and living your best life. We cover all forms of wellness, natural health and nervous system regulation. We humans have the ability to lead magnificent, enriched and fulfilling lives of our dreams but we need to create a safe environment in our bodies for these manifestations to become reality Many of our guests have gone through and survived some form of disease, adversity or near death experience and have used that wake up call to change for the better and create an incredible life of purpose. These stories are absolutely awe inspiring and will open you up to what is possible if you make some simple changes to your daily life. We have incredible experts sharing their vast knowledge on all aspects of wellness, disease prevention, healing modalities, manifestation, spirituality and mental health optimisation. Meet your host: Alex (La to her friends and family) After receiving a completely unexpected cancer diagnosis in 2017 my world caved in.  But my journey through treatment and recovery also forced me to recognise many uncomfortable truths about my life.  I’d neglected myself.  I’d pushed down trauma and become a world class people pleaser in order to feel safe.  Getting ill made me realise I had to stop sweating the small stuff and make lasting changes for the better.  Quite literally, cancer cured me from all that crap, and in its own strange way, proved to be the catalyst that’s led me to an infinitely happier life.   This podcast is my way of sharing all the learning so that YOU don't have to get cancer to realise just how great your life can be. Remember - YOU hold all the cards to achieve the life of your dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3D AGO

    He Was Given 3 Months to Live - 10 Years Later Dave Bolton Is Still Here (Part 1)

    Dave Bolton was given just three months to live with cancer. Ten years later, he’s still here. In this episode of Cancer Cured Me, I’m sharing the first part of Dave’s extraordinary story - a story of survival, resilience, and the remarkable power of the human spirit. Dave’s journey is almost impossible to believe. Before cancer even entered the picture, he had already survived an accident that should have killed him. Crushed by a 23-ton articulated lorry while riding his motorbike, he was told he would never walk again. Doctors even considered amputating his leg. But Dave refused to accept that as his future. Step by step - quite literally - he rebuilt his body, teaching himself to walk again through sheer determination and relentless effort. And then he did something even more extraordinary. He went on to become a world kickboxing champion. This conversation is the beginning of Dave’s story. In this first part, we talk about the accident that nearly took his life, the long and brutal recovery, the mental battles that followed, and the mindset that carried him through when everything seemed impossible. It’s a story about what happens when someone decides that the prognosis doesn’t get the final say. Dave was later diagnosed with terminal cancer and given just three months to live. Today he is ten years beyond that prognosis, helping others through his charity and sharing the lessons he learned about resilience, mindset, and healing. This episode is powerful, emotional, and at times unbelievable. But it’s also a reminder that the human spirit is capable of far more than we often think. This is Part 1 of Dave’s story. In this episode we talk about:The motorbike accident that left Dave crushed by a 23-ton lorryBeing told he would never walk againSurviving life-threatening injuries and a week-long comaMorphine psychosis and the psychological toll of recoveryTeaching himself to walk again despite doctors’ predictionsThe mindset that carried him through the darkest momentsBecoming a world kickboxing champion after being written offWhy finding your reason why can change everything Dave’s story is one of the most extraordinary examples of resilience I’ve ever come across. It’s a reminder that sometimes the limits placed on us are not the limits that truly exist. If this conversation resonates with you, make sure you listen to Part 2, where we go deeper into Dave’s cancer diagnosis, his prognosis, and how he went on to defy it. If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe so more people can discover these powerful stories of healing and transformation. Because sometimes the most impossible stories… are the ones that change everything. If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  2. MAR 4

    The Scientist Who Discovered a Cancer Cure – Then the Government Shut Him Down

    Welcome back to Cancer Cured Me - healing, manifesting and living your best life. This episode is with Sylvie Beljanski, a Parisian lawyer who walked away from her legal career to fight an injustice most of us could never imagine. Her father – a molecular biologist – spent his life researching natural plant extracts that supported the body during cancer. His work attracted the interest of doctors, helped countless patients, and even supported former French President François Mitterrand through advanced prostate cancer. And then… nine months after Mitterrand died, the French army sent a full SWAT team to Sylvie’s father’s small lab in rural France. Machine guns. Dogs. A helicopter circling overhead. All to shut down a scientist in his seventies. This conversation is wild – but more importantly, it’s hopeful, grounding and genuinely empowering for anyone whose life has been touched by cancer. In This Episode, We Explore:The shocking political story behind the raid on Sylvie’s father’s labHow natural plant extracts like pao pereira and rauvolfia vomitoria were discoveredWhy her father’s research focused on destabilised DNA rather than “cancer types”How these extracts may work alongside conventional treatmentWhy Sylvie left law to carry on her father’s legacyThe emotional side of healing – toxic stress, lifestyle, relationships, alignmentWhat cancer stem cells are and why they're so often ignoredHow new research at Columbia University and Kansas University Medical Center is validating her father’s early discoveriesThe role of joy, alignment and “living clean” in long-term healthIf Cancer Has Touched Your Life (or someone you love)This episode offers something I think everyone deserves to feel: real, researched hope. And just to be clear – we’re not making claims or offering cures. What we are offering is conversation, educatio and the chance to explore options with an open and empowered mind. Links MentionedThe Beljanski Foundation: https://beljanski.orgMaison Beljanski (New York): https://maisonbeljanski.comWinning the War on Cancer (Sylvie’s award-winning book – first chapter free)Research papers, protocols, and resources are all available on the Foundation website. Final ThoughtOne of my favourite lines from Sylvie : “These extracts give you time. The question is – what will you do with that time? You have to get to the root cause.” As someone who had cancer myself, this hit home. This episode is such a powerful reminder that healing is multilayered – physical, emotional, spiritual, environmental – and that living joyfully is part of the medicine too. If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  3. FEB 25

    How I Saved My Son from Leukeamia | A Mother's Story

    This incredible mother sold her car to buy a hyperbaric oxygen chamber to heal her son. Alongside tailored nutrition and other practices she saved her son's life. The episode is truly life changing and will bring hope to so many with a terminal diagnosis. When Cintia's son Lucas was diagnosed with leukaemia and later told there was nothing more that could be done for him, Cintia refused to take that as a final prognosis - she took action. In this powerful episode of Cancer Cured Me, we explore how a mother’s intuition, combined with cutting-edge holistic therapies, helped navigate a terrifying diagnosis. Cintia opens up about the gruelling reality of bone marrow transplants and how she integrated powerful lifestyle changes - specifically nutrition and hyperbaric oxygen therapy - to support Lucas' healing journey. In this episode, we cover: The initial diagnosis and the emotional impact on the family. Navigating conventional treatments like bone marrow transplants. The specific dietary changes that played a crucial role in recovery. How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy became a game-changer for Lucas. Why "celebrating life" became their daily mantra, even in the hospital. 👇 Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Lucas's Story 02:30 - The Leukemia Diagnosis 10:15 - Navigating the Bone Marrow Transplant 18:45 - The Power of Nutrition in Cancer Care 28:20 - Using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 35:40 - Advice for Parents Facing a Diagnosis About our Guest: Cintia is a mother, a biochemist and advocate who navigated the complex world of childhood cancer. By combining traditional medicine with holistic protocols, she helped guide her son Lucas from a life-threatening diagnosis to a state of health and vitality. If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m
  4. FEB 18

    The Truth About Healing Cancer with Philly J Lay

    Today I’m talking to Philly J Lay - author of The Natural Wellness Journal, host of The Wellness Way Podcast, and the creator of the Wellness Way Festival and her upcoming Health Hub day at the College of Naturopathic Medicine on 1 March. Philly is often seen as a controversial character - but what I’ve always loved about her is that she’s relentlessly fighting for the greater good, even when that means being shut down or shadow banned. In this episode, she shares more of her personal story - including surviving a near-death medical procedure, living with chronic illness and autoimmune issues, facing a thyroid tumour, and then choosing to take a very different path to healing. We talk about the pieces so many people don’t address when it comes to healing - trauma, mindset, nervous system, community support, and the environment you’re asking your body to live in. We also get into practical, real-life wellness - food shopping without going broke, reducing toxic load, simple daily breathwork, EFT/tapping, gratitude, and why finding “your people” matters more than doing any of it perfectly. Important note: This conversation is for educational purposes and personal opinion only. Nothing discussed is medical advice. If anything brings up questions for you, please speak with your own medical professional. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health information, pressured into decisions when you’re scared, or like you just want to understand your body better - this one will give you plenty to think about. In this episode, we cover Philly’s story - from spinal surgery trauma and two years in bed, to rebuilding her healthAutoimmune issues, thyroid surgery, and why she chose to step away from conventional routes (in her own case)The mind-body-spirit approach - and why healing is rarely “one magic thing”Trauma, emotional load, and the patterns we carry in the bodyEFT tapping, matrix re-imprinting, journalling - and “you can’t clean the house unless you can see the dirt”Informed consent - what it can look like to ask better questions and slow decisions downBreathwork as a daily non-negotiable (even if you’re busy)Food as information - simple ways Philly reduces “toxic load” without spending a fortuneA very honest chat about platforms, censorship, and why certain wellness topics get flaggedThe Wellness Way Health Hub - what it is, who it’s for, and what you can expect on the dayAbout Philly J LayPhilly J Lay is the author of The Natural Wellness Journal, host of The Wellness Way Podcast, and the creator of the Wellness Way Festival and in-person Health Hub events. She’s known for her blunt honesty, deep research, and passion for helping people feel empowered to learn how their bodies work - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Events mentionedWellness Way Health Hub - Sunday 1 March 2026 (College of Naturopathic Medicine). CLICK HERE TO BOOK Philly is bringing together guest speakers, practitioners, workshops, and wellness testing/tech for a full day of learning and support. Discount code: PHILLY20 (20% off tickets) Join us at my retreat…Wilderness Reserve RetreatIf listening to this has you craving proper nervous system support, deep rest, and the kind of environment where you can actually exhale - my Wilderness Reserve Retreat (Suffolk) is 6-9 March 2026. We’ll be weaving in so many of the tools we talk about here - breathwork, EFT/tapping, regulation, beautiful food, and real healing conversations. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  5. FEB 11

    Cancer as the Catalyst – Why This Podcast Is Becoming a Home for Hope & Healing Stories

    This week’s episode is a short but deeply meaningful one – because the direction of the podcast is changing, and today I explain exactly why. Over the past year of Cancer Cured Me, the clearest message from listeners has been this: “Your story gives me hope.” People on a cancer journey – and those who’ve come through one – keep reaching out to share how deeply they resonate with my belief that cancer wasn’t a punishment, but the catalyst that cracked life open. After nearly eight years of living this truth, I am ready to take the podcast where it always wanted to go. What This New Direction Is All About This podcast is becoming the go-to space for real stories of hope – stories that show what’s possible, reshape limiting beliefs, and give you evidence that healing really can happen. Expect conversations with: People who’ve healed against the odds, backed by their lived experienceExperts like Dr Sam Watts whose teachings combine science, ancient wisdom, and grounded, actionable healing principlesParents, partners, and survivors who’ve walked through the darkest moments and found light, purpose and new beginningsHolistic health pioneers, including upcoming guest Philly J. Lay 💛 Why This Matters Hope isn’t a fluffy concept. It’s one of the biggest predictors of survival. When you hear a story of someone healing from something “incurable,” your nervous system receives evidence that it’s possible for you, too. This is the heartbeat of Year Two of the podcast. 🌿 What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why the podcast is shifting and what sparked the decisionHow people are already using “Cancer Cured Me” as their storyThe role hope, purpose, and belief play in the healing journeyHow lived experience – not certification – is what people often crave mostA preview of upcoming guests, including survivors, parents, and natural health expertsThe beautiful story of a retreat guest who went from planning her funeral to planning her futureHow conventional medicine and holistic healing can work hand in handA first look at my upcoming 12-week collective for people seeking support, regulation, and purpose after cancerIf you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  6. JAN 28

    How to Be Selfish: A Guide for People Pleasers and Boundary Setting

    FULL RETREAT DETAILS HERE If what Suzy shares resonates, she’ll be running a two-hour self-advocacy workshop at my Spring Retreat at Wilderness Reserve, Suffolk from 6-9 March 2026. Susie’s session alone will be genuinely life-changing - especially if you’re ready to stop people-pleasing and start living in a way that includes you too. Suzy Reading returns to the podcast to unpack her new book How to Be Selfish - a powerful reframe of selfishness as self-advocacy, self-trust and learning to live like you matter too. This conversation is for the women who: feel selfish for restingstruggle to say noautomatically apologise (even when they’ve done nothing wrong)find it hard to receive support, compliments or kindnesslook successful on the outside, but feel stretched and dysregulated underneath Key themes we cover Why “selfish” isn’t the real problem - shame and guilt areHow women are conditioned to be the good girl (pleasant, compliant, endlessly available)The “pandemic of not enoughness” - and why it’s not a personal failingHow modern culture twists resilience into hyper-independenceWhy learning to receive is essential for healthy relationships (not a burden)How to advocate for yourself without becoming cold or uncaringWhy confidence isn’t just mindset - it’s head, heart and body Suzy’s 7 steps to self-advocacy (from the book) Reclaim your mind - unpick limiting beliefs and shift from thoughts to self-talkReclaim your senses - take back control of attention and reduce overwhelmReclaim your body - regulate the nervous system so it feels safe to speak upReclaim your right to feel - emotions aren’t “negative”, they’re informationReclaim your moral compass - clarify values and what actually matters to youBoundaries with self - sleep, habits, energy, and keeping promises to yourselfAdvocate with others - communicate needs clearly and receive support Tools you can try today (simple, but powerful) Hand on heart + sip of tea/waterAsk: Where am I at? What do I need?Then do one small thing to meet that need.Somatic holds (circuit breakers for stress):hold one thumbhold your own handgive yourself a hugthe “face hug” - warm your hands, cradle your chin, breathePosture reset for confidenceWhen we’re collapsed forward, it’s harder to say no.Try shoulder rolls or “V to W” arms while breathing. A gentle reminderYou don’t need to wait until you feel worthy to take care of yourself. The feeling of worth often comes from the nourishing action. If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  7. JAN 21

    Stop Trying to Fix Hormonal Imbalance and Do This Instead

    In this powerful and deeply reassuring episode, I am joined by BANT-registered nutritionist and hormone expert Hannah Alderson, author of Everything I Know About Hormones.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, hormonal, confused by conflicting advice, or blamed your body for not behaving “properly” – this conversation is for you. We gently dismantle the idea that hormones are something to “fix” or fight. Instead, we explore a far more compassionate – and science-backed – approach: Your hormones aren’t broken. They’re responding to the environment they’re living in. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why Hormones Are Not the EnemyBeing “hormonal” has become an insult – but in reality, hormones are your greatest allies. Hannah explains why symptoms often arise not because hormones are faulty, but because modern life makes it incredibly hard for them to do their job. The “VIP Hormones” You Actually Need to UnderstandWith over 50 hormones in the body, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Hannah simplifies things by focusing on the key players that influence most symptoms, including: Cortisol (stress and energy)Insulin (blood sugar and fat storage)Oestrogen, progesterone and testosteroneThyroid hormonesMelatonin and serotoninYou don’t need to know everything – just the right things. Why “Balancing Hormones” Is the Wrong GoalHormones don’t want to be balanced – they want to move. They work in rhythms, cycles and relationships. Hannah explains why the idea of hormone “balance” is misleading, and what to focus on instead. Cortisol, Burnout and Why You Wake Up ExhaustedIf you’re tired-but-wired, struggle to get out of bed, rely on coffee, or feel flat and unmotivated, cortisol may be running the show. Hannah breaks down: The cortisol awakening responseWhy skipping breakfast can worsen stress in womenHow chronic stress disrupts sleep, weight, mood and hormonesBreakfast, Blood Sugar and Energy (Without Perfection)This episode offers some of the most practical, doable advice you’ll hear: Why breakfast matters for women’s hormonesHow to eat within 90 minutes of waking without overwhelmSimple, realistic options like smoothies or eggsWhy it’s not about calories, fasting trends, or willpowerInsulin Resistance – The Hormone Link No One Explains ClearlyHannah explains insulin resistance in a way that finally makes sense – and why it affects: Fat storage (especially around the middle)Energy levels and brain fogPCOS, perimenopause and menopause symptomsHormone transport in the bodyAnd most importantly – how small changes can reverse it. The Role of Stress, Sleep and the Nervous SystemThis conversation goes far beyond food. You’ll hear why: Stress is not a personal failureThe nervous system needs safety, not pressureLight exposure, phones, routines and boundaries matterOxytocin (connection, laughter, love) is cortisol’s kryptoniteWhy Consistency Beats PerfectionHannah shares why wellness plans fail when they’re too rigid, and how: Tiny, repeatable habits change the brainSelf-discipline eventually creates motivationYou don’t need to “start again on Monday”Feeling good becomes the rewardA Key Takeaway From This Episode“The biggest job isn’t fixing your hormones – it’s creating an environment where they can thrive.”This episode is a permission slip to: Stop blaming your bodyStop chasing extremesStart listening, responding, and supporting yourself gentlyAbout Hannah AldersonHannah Alderson is a BANT-registered nutritionist specialising in women’s hormone health. She combines clinical science with real-life practicality, helping women understand their bodies without fear or overwhelm. Her book, Everything I Know About Hormones, breaks down complex science into simple, compassionate guidance that actually fits real life. 👉 Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hannahaldersonnutrition 👉 Learn more or book a discovery call: hannahalderson.com If you like what you hear... buymeacoffee.com/alexsimms. Thanks! x Come and connect with me! Instagram: @cancercuredme Website: www.balancedbodyandretreats.com CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY NEXT LUXURY RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK 6-9 March 2026 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER, THE HAPPY MONDAY TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE RETREAT DISCOUNTS & NEWS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 29m
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This is NOT a podcast about cancer - it's about living well.  It’s a reminder to celebrate life and not to wait until a big diagnosis comes along to live your best life. On this podcast we talk about healing, manifesting and living your best life. We cover all forms of wellness, natural health and nervous system regulation. We humans have the ability to lead magnificent, enriched and fulfilling lives of our dreams but we need to create a safe environment in our bodies for these manifestations to become reality Many of our guests have gone through and survived some form of disease, adversity or near death experience and have used that wake up call to change for the better and create an incredible life of purpose. These stories are absolutely awe inspiring and will open you up to what is possible if you make some simple changes to your daily life. We have incredible experts sharing their vast knowledge on all aspects of wellness, disease prevention, healing modalities, manifestation, spirituality and mental health optimisation. Meet your host: Alex (La to her friends and family) After receiving a completely unexpected cancer diagnosis in 2017 my world caved in.  But my journey through treatment and recovery also forced me to recognise many uncomfortable truths about my life.  I’d neglected myself.  I’d pushed down trauma and become a world class people pleaser in order to feel safe.  Getting ill made me realise I had to stop sweating the small stuff and make lasting changes for the better.  Quite literally, cancer cured me from all that crap, and in its own strange way, proved to be the catalyst that’s led me to an infinitely happier life.   This podcast is my way of sharing all the learning so that YOU don't have to get cancer to realise just how great your life can be. Remember - YOU hold all the cards to achieve the life of your dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.