Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt

• Beating Cancer Metabolically: Gut Health, Repurposed Drugs, and Patient Empowerment with David A. Caravantes

  This episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions centers on David A. Caravantes, founder of the Beat Cancer Foundation, tracing how his father’s recovery catalyzed his mission to reframe cancer as a metabolic disease. Caravantes describes his path from breathwork and mitochondrial health to advocacy, arguing that conventional oncology often overlooks root-cause physiology. He situates his perspective amid recent public health controversies and his own family’s experience, using that narrative to underscore the urgency of patient education and informed consent in cancer care.Caravantes distinguishes his foundation’s philosophy by emphasizing terrain-focused care: gut integrity, systemic pH balance, oxygenation, fasting, and whole-food nutrition as the biochemical conditions that “starve” cancer. He critiques standard-of-care modalities—chemotherapy, radiation, frequent biopsies—for damaging beneficial microbiota, driving malnutrition, and potentially spreading malignant cells. In his view, addressing metabolic dysfunction is the common denominator not only in cancer but across chronic disease, and it requires sustained lifestyle shifts alongside targeted therapeutics.A major theme is the use of repurposed drugs and adjunctive modalities. Caravantes highlights agents such as metformin, ivermectin, doxycycline, and B17, as well as DMSO and exosomes, within protocols that aim to disrupt cancer metabolism and support immune regulation. He also references techniques like photodynamic therapy and therapeutic hypothermia. While critical of financial incentives that tether clinicians to narrow pathways, he frames his approach as complementary and integrative, seeking synergy rather than wholesale rejection of traditional tools.Education and empowerment recur throughout the conversation. Caravantes encourages patients to become “CEOs” of their health—asking questions, evaluating trade-offs, and insisting on transparent risk–benefit discussions. He shares anecdotes of patients facing institutional resistance when they probe beyond standard options, arguing that public awareness, media literacy, and community-led knowledge-sharing are prerequisites for meaningful change. Success stories of remission within his community are presented as evidence for broader adoption of metabolic strategies.The episode closes with actionable guidance: intermittent fasting within an eight-hour window, anti-processed-food habits, mineral-rich choices, and simple daily routines to nurture the body’s terrain. Caravantes is ultimately optimistic, forecasting that patient demand and continued clinical exploration of repurposed drugs will shift oncology toward more holistic, metabolism-centered care. He envisions Beat Cancer Foundation as a conduit for that transition—training patients and practitioners to collaborate on personalized, integrative protocols that prioritize both efficacy and quality of life.David A. Caravantes explains how his father’s recovery led him to found Beat Cancer Foundation and champion cancer as a metabolic disease.He argues conventional treatments like chemo and radiation damage gut health and nutrition, urging terrain-focused care that supports the microbiome and oxygenation.The conversation highlights repurposed drugs (e.g., metformin, ivermectin, doxycycline, B17) and adjuncts like DMSO and exosomes within integrative protocols.Education and patient empowerment are central, with a call for informed questioning and awareness of financial and institutional incentives in oncology.Practical takeaways include intermittent fasting, whole-food nutrition, mineral support, and lifestyle shifts to create conditions that “starve” cancer cells metabolically._____________________Grab my book A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health Threat - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-power-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-within-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2----Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

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• Ancient Wisdom, Modern Oncology: Herbal Medicine That Works with Donnie Yance

  This episode centers on herbal medicine expert Donnie Yance and the evolution of plant-based healing from ancient traditions to modern practice. He frames herbalism through the lens of phronesis—practical wisdom—arguing that traditional systems like Chinese, Ayurvedic, and eclectic American medicine share a heart-centered philosophy focused on cultivating robustness, efficiency, and auto-regulation in the body. In contrast to modern medicine’s mechanistic bias, he presents a holistic paradigm that seeks to strengthen the organism’s adaptive capacity rather than only target isolated pathologies.A major theme is how herbs actually work in human biology. Yance explains that when we ingest plants, bio-transformation in the gut creates new compounds and metabolites—often individualized by culture, genetics, and microbiome—shaping therapeutic effects. He critiques the Western tendency to shoehorn herbs into pharmaceutical frameworks and instead highlights network-level effects across molecular, cellular, and organ systems. This leads to a nuanced view of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics, where healing diets must be tailored to constitution and presentation rather than standardized for all.Donnie introduces plant intelligence and xenohormesis: plants adapt to stress by producing secondary metabolites like phenolics, which humans can leverage for resilience. He gives practical examples—such as resveratrol-rich grapes under stress—to illustrate why consuming botanicals in their natural matrix can be more beneficial than isolated compounds. The takeaway is that stress-adapted plants can confer adaptive advantages to humans, reinforcing the broader thesis that health emerges from dynamic interaction between organism and environment.Turning to oncology, he reframes cancer as both non-self and self—an intelligent, adaptive process that reshapes its microenvironment, evades apoptosis and autophagy, and resists single-modality therapies. Effective care, he argues, requires a multi-perspective assessment: patient vitality and lifestyle (sleep, stress, nutrition), detailed lab work to read the tumor microenvironment, and the cancer’s pathology. Within that framework, he advocates integrating herbal medicine with conventional modalities—chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies—sometimes using strategies like competitive release to weaken overall cancer burden while preserving quality of life.The episode concludes with an emphasis on personalized, whole-person oncology that unites herbs, evidence-informed supplementation, dietary and lifestyle interventions, and spiritual care. Case examples underscore the potential for remission or improved life quality when botanical therapies complement standard treatment. Yance points listeners to educational resources—his blog, foundation, clinic, academy, and product line—positioning herbal medicine not as an alternative but as a sophisticated partner to modern care that restores the body’s capacity for self-regulation and resilience.Donnie Yance contrasts ancient, heart-centered herbal wisdom with modern mechanistic medicine, emphasizing phronesis—practical wisdom—in healing. He explains that herbs act through bio-transformation in the gut, creating individualized metabolites that work across molecular, cellular, and organ-system networks. Cultural, genetic, and microbiome differences shape how people process botanicals, making personalized nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics essential for effective diets. Stress-adapted plants exemplify xenohormesis, where secondary metabolites like phenolics enhance human resilience when consumed in their natural matrix. In oncology, he advocates integrating herbal therapies with chemo, immunotherapy, and lifestyle care to optimize quality of life and outcomes through a whole-person approach. _____________________Grab my book A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health Threat - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-power-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-within-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2----Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

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• Three Awake Brain Surgeries: Jeannine Walston’s Story of Resilience and Renewal

  On this episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions Dr. Michael Karlfeldt is joined by Jeannine Walston who recounts her decades-long journey with a brain tumor, beginning with a shocking diagnosis in 1998 that led to three awake brain surgeries and a sequence of evolving treatments. She situates her story within a broader philosophy of integrative cancer care, emphasizing that true healing addresses mind, body, and spirit. Her narrative blends medical detail with lived experience, framing resilience and self-care as essential companions to clinical interventions.The conversation traces her early treatment arc: initial surgery after an MRI revealed an oligo astrocytoma, followed by cognitive rehabilitation and regular MRIs. As her tumor recurred, she navigated complex decisions and medical systems, seeking perspectives from neuro-oncologists at UCSF and Stanford while also exploring complementary approaches. This period included time in Washington, DC, work on Capitol Hill, and a deepening curiosity about nontraditional therapies that could augment standard care.Walston’s treatment path advanced further in California, culminating in a third awake surgery in 2013 at UCLA and participation in innovative protocols. She describes combining radiation, oral chemotherapy, and a dendritic cell-based vaccine—personalized immunotherapy designed to marshal the immune system against the tumor. The discussion highlights promising outcomes associated with dendritic cell vaccines for aggressive brain cancers and underscores the value of multidisciplinary teams aligning evidence-based medicine with supportive practices.Parallel to the medical story runs a thread of personal growth. Walston speaks candidly about a dark period unrelated to cancer and the difficult inner work of cultivating self-love, gratitude, and resilience. She argues that sustainable well-being requires more than disease avoidance: it depends on quality sleep, nourishing diet, movement, stress reduction, and the courage to practice these habits consistently. In her view, neuroplasticity offers the scientific backbone—repeated, intentional behaviors can rewire thought patterns and support better emotional and physical health.Today, as a cancer coach, Jeannine Walston helps patients and caregivers build informed, holistic plans. She outlines practical steps: assemble a care team, evaluate options rigorously, and integrate supportive modalities like breathwork, meditation, music, and community connections. By sharing client stories and concrete tactics, she translates her experience into guidance that empowers others. The episode closes on a hopeful note—advances in treatments continue, and with integrative care, social support, and daily intentional practices, people can cultivate a life oriented toward healing and purpose alongside medical care.Jeannine Walston shares her 27-year journey with a brain tumor, including three awake surgeries and evolving treatments that shaped her philosophy of integrative care.She details moving from initial diagnosis and cognitive rehab to exploring both academic neuro-oncology (UCSF, Stanford, UCLA) and complementary therapies to support healing.A major milestone was her 2013 UCLA treatment combining radiation, oral chemotherapy, and a personalized dendritic cell vaccine aimed at amplifying immune response to the tumor.Beyond medicine, she emphasizes daily practices—sleep, nutrition, movement, stress reduction, gratitude, and self-love—as foundations for resilience and well-being.Now a cancer coach, she helps patients and caregivers build informed, holistic plans that blend evidence-based treatments with practical, compassionate support systems._____________________Grab my book A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health Threat - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-power-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-within-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2----Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

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• Natural Cancer Solutions: Sam Shepard’s Journey, Astaxanthin Breakthroughs, and the Future of Integrative Healing

  Sam Shepard, a physicist and prolific inventor, joins the show to share his extraordinary personal journey of facing a rare and aggressive bone blood cancer diagnosis. Motivated by a desire to find answers where conventional medicine offered little hope, Sam recounts how his scientific curiosity and research skills led him to explore natural solutions, ultimately resulting in unexpected remission and inspiring him to advocate for integrative approaches to cancer treatmentSam Shepard recounts his career in physics and innovative projects—such as developing energy solutions for NASA’s lunar missions and advancing battery technology for drones—showcasing his engineering mindset and passion for solving complex problems. He discusses the formidable challenges of interplanetary radiation exposure and how his curiosity led to broader research on disease and technology, ultimately interweaving his professional and personal lives as these pursuits became deeply relevant to his health.A sudden diagnosis of polycythemia vera—a rare and terminal bone blood cancer—changes Sam’s life trajectory. With no established protocols, a grim prognosis, and exhausting cycles of medical intervention, Sam turns to research, considering whether there might be something in nature that resists cancer. His investigation, powered by access to large scientific databases, lands on five animals rarely afflicted by cancer, with a commonality: a molecule called astaxanthin, sourced from a unique algae species.Sam methodically cultivates the algae, consumes astaxanthin, and documents improvements in his health and bloodwork. Testing higher doses, he observes greater normalization and ultimately achieves what his doctors call a “miraculous remission.” Sharing his discovery, Sam supports family and friends with dire cancer diagnoses using this natural compound—later patented as velasta—and witnesses further dramatic recoveries, including a woman’s complete remission from metastatic cancer documented against her medical prognosis.The conversation culminates in broader lessons, as Sam describes national presentations of his findings and ensuing legal battles, signaling the skepticism and systemic resistance faced by natural medicine advocates. Importantly, the episode details the powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of astaxanthin/velasta, how it helps protect cells and the immune system, and why making such knowledge public is sometimes vital for innovators. Dr. Karl concludes by thanking Sam, reinforcing the show’s mission of education and hope for those battling cancer—and reminding listeners that integrative science can transform even the bleakest diagnoses.Sam Shepard, a physicist and inventor, shares his journey of overcoming a terminal bone blood cancer using astaxanthin, a natural compound sourced from algae.Inspired by animals rarely affected by cancer, Sam investigates and cultivates astaxanthin, documenting significant improvements and ultimately experiencing remission after increasing his intake.Sam supports other late-stage cancer patients with his discovery, witnessing remarkable recoveries, which leads to a patented supplement called velasta.The episode delves into the molecular science behind astaxanthin’s powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in disrupting cancer growth and supporting cellular health.Dr. Karlfeldt and Sam discuss systemic resistance to natural medical approaches, emphasizing hope, education, and integrative science for patients seeking alternatives beyond conventional treatments_____________________Grab my book A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health Threat - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-power-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-within-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2----Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

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• Breast Cancer Breakthrough: Integrating Natural and Conventional Medicine for Healing with Dr. V

  This episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions centers on the launch of Dr. V and Dr. K’s new book, "Breast Cancer Breakthrough," which is presented as a comprehensive guide to healing by merging conventional and natural medicine. The conversation opens with excitement about the upcoming release and highlights the book’s goal to bridge traditional oncology with holistic approaches, ensuring that women facing breast cancer have access to a wide array of supportive tools and strategies rooted in both science and integrative health.A major theme of the discussion is the importance of integrating natural therapies—like vitamin D, curcumin, fasting, and proper nutrition—with standard medical treatments. Both doctors stress that natural medicine should not run counter to conventional oncology; rather, combining both systems can boost treatment effectiveness and minimize side effects. They advocate for a personalized, synchronized approach, tailoring interventions to individual patient needs and using extensive research to guide therapy choices.Empowering patients with knowledge is a recurring message throughout the episode. Dr. V and Dr. K emphasize correcting misconceptions, such as the notion that natural treatments must pause during standard oncology care or that medical professionals reject integrative methods outright. The doctors encourage women to embrace all available tools and offer praise for coaching teams and the evolution of cancer care, focusing on hope and the power of informed choice in health journeys.The conversation provides practical insights for patients facing surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. The doctors discuss immune system support, pre-surgery preparations, and the management of inflammation. They cover nutritional supplements to aid recovery, the risks of immune suppression from anesthesia, and the benefits of fasting during chemotherapy. Metabolic flexibility and attention to blood sugar, especially through dietary adjustments, are highlighted as strategies to optimize the effects of cancer treatments and reduce adverse outcomes.In closing, Dr. V and Dr. K reflect on the broader impact of their book and their shared mission: to empower women navigating breast cancer by offering holistic, actionable guidance. By combining foundational wellness with advanced oncology, they hope to provide a pathway to healing that honors both the body and mind. Their comprehensive approach encourages readers to become active participants in their health, fostering hope, knowledge, and resilience in the face of cancer.Dr. V and Dr. K introduce their book "Breast Cancer Breakthrough," which combines natural and conventional medicine for a comprehensive healing approach.They emphasize the synergy of holistic therapies like vitamin D, curcumin, and fasting with traditional oncology to boost effectiveness and minimize side effects.Patient empowerment is a key theme, as the doctors address misconceptions and stress the importance of knowledge in making informed decisions.Practical tips are shared for preparing for surgery, optimizing chemotherapy, and navigating radiation, including nutrition and immune support strategies.The episode underscores hope and resilience, encouraging women to take an active, integrative role in their breast cancer journey._____________________Grab my book A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health Threat - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-power-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of Cancerhttps://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-within-Price: $24.99-100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2----Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

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