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Laura is a Certified Life, Health, Nutrition Coach, and Wellness professional.
She's a two-time breast cancer survivor living with metastatic disease.

Laura supports women in dropping their warrior shield after a diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer so they can release the pressure to go back to normal and create a life that's even better than before breast cancer.

These twice-weekly episodes give you tools you can apply to your life today, to support your body and your mind as you manage life after breast cancer.

Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Laura Lummer

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 145 Ratings

Laura is a Certified Life, Health, Nutrition Coach, and Wellness professional.
She's a two-time breast cancer survivor living with metastatic disease.

Laura supports women in dropping their warrior shield after a diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer so they can release the pressure to go back to normal and create a life that's even better than before breast cancer.

These twice-weekly episodes give you tools you can apply to your life today, to support your body and your mind as you manage life after breast cancer.

    Breast Cancer and Standard of Care - Managing Expectations to Support Treatment and Emotional Health

    Breast Cancer and Standard of Care - Managing Expectations to Support Treatment and Emotional Health

    Stepping into the medical system after a breast cancer diagnosis is like a baby taking its first breath outside the womb. 

    It’s a shocking, unfamiliar environment that most of us have no idea what we’ll be expected to navigate. Yet we also have the expectation that our oncologist will take care of everything we need. 

    In my own breast cancer experience I found that this expectation led to a tremendous amount of anger and frustration. 

    At times I thought I just got stuck with a bad doctor. Then I started coaching other women and heard the same story and saw the same anger over and over. 

    In this episode, I’ll offer you a perspective on the standard of care that can lead you to have a much more empowered, supportive experience and relieve you of the long-term suffering that anger and resentment add to an already difficult experience. 

     

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    Work with Laura 

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    Mind Over Medicine 
     
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    • 30 min
    Breast Cancer, Nausea and Toxic Burden - What You Should Know to Safely Care for Yourself

    Breast Cancer, Nausea and Toxic Burden - What You Should Know to Safely Care for Yourself

    When it comes to nourishing your body after breast cancer, especially when you don’t feel well, simple familiar choices can be easy to turn to, but are those choices always in your best interest? 

    In this episode, I’ll give you some information on a recent turn of events with a toxic chemical used on grains that you might think of as healthy or turn to in moments of nausea. 

    Let’s face it, nausea is not an uncommon experience when it comes to breast cancer treatment and it can be challenging to know how to find comfort and stay in a metabolically healthy space. 

    No worries though, I’ve got you covered. 

    I’ll fill you in on the latest when it comes to what grains you might want to eat and I’ll give you some healthy, sugar-free ways to support yourself when nausea is gnawing at you. 

    This is an episode you don’t want to miss. 

     

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    Work with Laura 

    Articles: 

    Quaker Oats class action alleges products contain high levels of pesticide  

    The 6 Best Teas for Nausea:

    Chlormequat: What you need to know about this problematic pesticide 

    Studies: 
    Effects of the plant growth regulator, chlormequat, on mammalian fertility 

    The effect of aromatherapy with peppermint essential oil on nausea and vomiting after cardiac surgery: A randomized clinical trial 

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    Pruvit Keto//OS Pro Dark Chocolate + MCT Ketones - Keto//OS Pro Supplement for Energy Boost, Better Digestion 
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    • 27 min
    Breast Cancer and the Shame Cycle - How Beating Yourself Up Impacts Your Health

    Breast Cancer and the Shame Cycle - How Beating Yourself Up Impacts Your Health

    In today’s episode, we’re talking about a topic that touches many of us but often stays hidden in the shadows: shame.  
    Shame is this tricky little beast that can sneak up on us, especially when we're navigating the challenging waters of breast cancer recovery.  
    It’s more than just a fleeting feeling; it can actually have some serious effects on both our mental and physical health.  
    It can crank up our stress and anxiety levels, making us feel like we’re constantly walking on eggshells. Worse, it can lead us down the path to depression, chip away at our self-esteem, and even make us want to hide away from the world.  
    On the physical side of things, shame can mess with our brains, leaving us feeling foggy or forgetful. It can put a damper on our immune system, and take a toll on our hearts, our guts, and even how well we sleep at night. 
    Fortunately, there are ways to overcome shame and its sneaky effects.  
    Check out today’s episode and see if the insight I share can help you identify and break out of the shame cycle so you can love yourself more and treat yourself better. 
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    • 38 min
    Simplifying Seed Oils and Fatty Acids After Breast Cancer

    Simplifying Seed Oils and Fatty Acids After Breast Cancer

    For us breast cancer survivors, the balance of essential fatty acids is not just a minor detail.
    In this episode, we'll dive into the role of healthy fats, particularly polyunsaturated fats, in supporting our well-being
    Research suggests that a diet rich in omega-3s and balanced in omega-6s could play a role in reducing inflammation and possibly impacting breast cancer outcomes. It's about creating an environment in our bodies that supports healing and health, not just for today, but for all our tomorrows.
    Incorporating these healthy fats into our diets isn't just a step towards better health – it's a leap. So, let's make room on our plates for those omega-rich foods, knowing we're doing something powerful for our bodies and our spirits.
    Remember, you're not just surviving; you're thriving. And part of that thriving is making choices every day that uplift and sustain us. Here's to health, to hope, and to the power of polyunsaturated fats in our journey forward.
    Top of Form
     
    Referred to in this episode:
    Work with Laura
    Free Download: Guide to Essential Fatty Acids
    Omega-3 Fatty Acids More Effective at Inhibiting Growth of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer than of Luminal Breast Cancers
     Diet impacts triple‐negative breast cancer growth, metastatic potential, chemotherapy responsiveness, and doxorubicin‐mediated cardiac dysfunction
    (In this study, pay attention to the table that shows the TYPE of fat  consumed on the high-fat diet compared to the type of fat in the healthy diet)
     Dietary Patterns for Women With Triple-negative Breast Cancer and Dense Breasts
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    • 36 min
    #325 How Imperfect Actions After Breast Cancer Can Lead to Amazing Outcomes

    #325 How Imperfect Actions After Breast Cancer Can Lead to Amazing Outcomes

    In 2011 when I heard the words, “You have breast cancer.” It was scary, I was confused, overwhelmed, and ignorant of all the things involved in the journey that was to come. 
    In 2020 when I heard the words, “You have cancer throughout your body.”  I thought my life was over. But, after I recovered from the shock I made a decision to figure out how other people healed from cancer and how I could do it too. 
    I’ve been on this path for nearly three and a half years now. 
    There’s been a lot of time, effort, determination, frustration, money, fear, joy, excitement, and learning along the way.   
    It hasn’t been linear and I haven’t always stuck to my plan but I continue to work on getting better and in this episode, I’m going to share with you the results of all the imperfect actions I’ve taken along the way. 
    I say imperfect actions because who knew if they would work or not? 
    Who knew if they were the “right” things to do or not? 
    We never really know until we’re on the other side. 
    I hope this episode will give you the encouragement and support to let go of second-guessing and jump into taking your own imperfect actions on the way to creating your life that’s better than before breast cancer™ 
     
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    The Metabolic Approach to Cancer
    Radical Remission
     
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    • 21 min
    The Benefits of Turkey Tail Mushrooms After Breast Cancer

    The Benefits of Turkey Tail Mushrooms After Breast Cancer

    In this episode, we delve into the natural wonders of Turkey Tail mushrooms (Trametes versicolor).  

    I’ll share some personal insights and evidence-based benefits of integrating Turkey Tail mushrooms into the recovery process, highlighting its potential in immune support and cancer care. 

    Turkey Tail mushrooms have captivated the wellness community with their striking beauty and profound health benefits for centuries. 

    Rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides, such as beta-glucans, these mushrooms offer a natural boost to the body's defense system.  

    The episode shines a light on the scientific research surrounding Turkey Tail mushrooms, particularly their role in supporting cancer treatment and the immune system. 

    Show Notes: 

    Introduction to Turkey Tail mushrooms and their ancient use in traditional medicine. 
    Overview of key components: antioxidants and polysaccharides, including beta-glucans. 
    Discussion on the immune-boosting benefits and supportive role in cancer care. 
    Practical tips for incorporating Turkey Tail mushrooms into daily routines. 
    Reminder to consult with healthcare providers before starting new supplements. 
    Encouragement to embrace natural aids in the healing journey post-breast cancer. 

     

    Referred to in this episode: 

    Fantastic Fungi Documentary 

    Paul Stamets Ted Talk on Turkey tail and other mushroom benefits 

    Books: 
    Medicinal Mushrooms The essential guide 

    Articles and studies: 
    What Is Agarikon Mushroom? 
    Medicinal Mushrooms (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version 

    Turkey Tail Mushrooms For Cancer Treatment?
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    Turkey Tail Mushroom Supplement 

    Food: 

    Hearts of Palm Rice 

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    Earthborn 

    Four Sigmatic 

    Host Defense 

     
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Breath of Fresh Air

This podcast is a breath of fresh air. Cancer blew up my life and I was in a state of shock but you have no time to deal with that during treatment. Once treatment ends you don’t know how to process it all. Plus, life will never be the same again both mentally or physically. This podcast suggest tools to rebuild yourself back up and meet yourself where you are at that day.

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A lifesaver right now

I recently “finished” treatment for BC and have been feeling lost, and overwhelmed by trying to figure out how to move forward. I have been so grateful to come across this podcast, I feel incredibly understood and supported by everything Laura says. I am grateful for this resource.

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Resonated with this podcast and woman so deeply!

Laura is a true soul that has a gift to guide and deconstruct all the thoughts, emotions and science surrounding breast cancer and help navigate a path through it all with a deep level of compassion and understanding. Her podcast was the first podcast I turned to when I was first diagnosed and it saved me. She is a gift to this world and her insights have truly helped me immeasurably!

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