Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt

John A. Richardson, Jr. (Richardson Nutritional Center) joins Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt in an episode featured on the Cancer Breakthroughs 3.0 Summit 2025, sharing the personal legacy behind his mission to educate the public about Vitamin B17—also known as amygdalin/laetrile—found in apricot seeds. As the son of Dr. John A. Richardson, MD, who faced intense backlash for using nutritional and alternative approaches, John offers a rare inside look at why this conversation remains so relevant for patients seeking integrative options.In this discussion, John and Dr. Karlfeldt break down the proposed mechanism behind Vitamin B17, why supporters believe it may target cancer cells differently than healthy cells, and how integrative strategies often include diet changes and supportive therapies. John also shares a recent, high-pressure hospital experience where he was urged toward major colon surgery and aggressive follow-up treatment—only to recover after stepping away and focusing on a natural, inflammation-reduction approach. Along the way, they explore how fear-based timelines can drive medical decisions, why taking time to educate yourself matters, and what patient empowerment can look like in real life.If you’re navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or focused on prevention, this summit-featured conversation challenges the “only one path” mindset—and encourages thoughtful, informed choices rooted in clarity rather than panic.Key Topics CoveredJohn Richardson’s family history with Vitamin B17 (amygdalin/laetrile) and apricot seedsDr. John A. Richardson’s clinic, public advocacy, and the persecution he facedWhy integrative cancer patients often feel pressured into rapid chemo/radiation/surgery decisionsThe proposed mechanism of B17: amygdalin, enzymes, and the “selective activation” claimPrevention vs. treatment: using nutritional strategies before disease progressesThe role of enzymes and diet changes in integrative protocols (including reducing certain burdens on digestion)John’s recent hospital experience: being told he needed colon surgery and chemo/radiation, then recovering without itConcerns raised about colonoscopy economics, false positives, and procedure risks (as discussed in the episode)Using supportive therapies mentioned in the conversation: ozone, infrared approaches, IV injections, methylene blue (as referenced)Patient empowerment: slowing down, seeking counsel, and making informed choices under pressure -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% 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

Amanda King ND is a nutritional therapist, naturopathic practitioner, and author of Metabolic Drugs for Cancer (co-written with Dr. Hari Kuhan). She also writes The Metabolic Nutritionist on Substack—followed by 30,000+ subscribers—where she breaks down off-label oncology drugs, supplements, and metabolic approaches to cancer care in clear, practical language. In this episode, Dr. King joins Dr. Michael Karlfeldt to explain why “cancer is a disease of metabolism” is more than a slogan—and how understanding metabolic weaknesses can empower smarter, more personalized integrative strategies.You’ll hear how repurposed medications can target cancer’s metabolic pathways (glucose, mitochondria, inflammatory signaling, and more), and why personalization matters more than internet protocols. Amanda and Dr. Karlfeldt discuss the Care Oncology “METRICS” drug set (including metformin, statins, doxycycline, and mebendazole), plus additional tools like ivermectin, fenbendazole, DCA, 2-DG, anti-inflammatories (aspirin/COX pathways), histamine blockers (cimetidine), and even PDE5 inhibitors like sildenafil/tadalafil—along with real cautions around dosing, contraindications, and interactions (including potential conflicts with immunotherapy). The conversation also ties metabolic therapy to the “press–pulse” concept and terrain-based care: ketogenic nutrition, inflammation reduction, oxygenation, and lifestyle foundations that strengthen the body while making cancer more vulnerable.Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or practitioner, this episode offers a grounded roadmap for thinking about integrative oncology without guesswork—using a “test, assess, address” mindset to build a strategy that evolves with labs, symptoms, treatment phases, and the individual.Key Topics CoveredWhy cancer metabolism (not just genetics) is a key lever in integrative oncologyWhat repurposed/off-label drugs can target: glucose pathways, mitochondria, signaling pathways (e.g., EGFR/AKT/mTOR)Why one-size-fits-all protocols are risky—and how to personalize using “test, assess, address”The Care Oncology/METRICS drug set and when it may (or may not) fitSafety and dosing concerns with high-dose ivermectin/fenbendazole and DIY internet protocolsWhen metformin vs berberine may be appropriate—and why they can sometimes be combinedDoxycycline: potential synergy (e.g., with IV vitamin C) vs contraindications (including immunotherapy concerns)Anti-inflammatory strategy: COX pathways, aspirin vs selective COX-2 approaches, plus natural options“Press–pulse” metabolic strategy and why protocols should evolve over timeOther emerging tools discussed: DCA, 2-DG, cimetidine, itraconazole, PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra/Cialis) -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% 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

A stage-IV metastatic melanoma diagnosis is often delivered with words like incurable and life-limiting. In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Michael Karlfeldt sits down with Kevin Donaghy, an IT consultant from Melrose, Scotland, who has lived more than six years beyond his diagnosis—and transformed his personal cancer journey into a global mission of hope. Through his lived experience and the revolutionary impact of immunotherapy, Kevin offers rare insight into what it truly means to navigate advanced cancer with courage, honesty, and humanity.Kevin shares the emotional realities of being told his cancer was medically incurable, the isolation and fear that followed, and how finding community during COVID lockdowns became a turning point for his mental health. Out of that connection grew Stories of Cancer and Hope, an anthology of 39 real-life cancer stories—some triumphant, some heartbreaking—all designed to offer solidarity to those who feel alone. Listeners will hear powerful reflections on cancer ghosting, mental health struggles, redefining hope, and why shared stories can be as life-saving as treatment itself.This episode is essential listening for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike. Whether you are newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or seeking deeper understanding of the emotional side of cancer, Kevin’s story reminds us that hope is not a single outcome—it is something that evolves, connects, and endures.Key Topics CoveredLiving beyond a stage-IV metastatic melanoma diagnosisThe emotional shock of being told cancer is “incurable”Immunotherapy for melanoma: promise, risks, and realitiesCancer isolation, loneliness, and “cancer ghosting”Mental health challenges and suicidal ideation in cancer patientsThe healing power of community and shared lived experienceCreating Stories of Cancer and Hope and distributing thousands of free booksHow hope changes throughout the cancer journeySupporting families and caregivers through understanding and empathyConnect with Kevin Donaghy & Stories of Cancer and HopeWebsite: https://www.storiesofcancerandhope.co.uk/Social Media:LinkedIn: Kevin DonaghyInstagram: Kevin A Donaghy, Stories of Cancer and HopeBluesky: storiescancerhope.bsky.socialAmazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Donaghy/author/B0D7S7LRMJ?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=d17d4d5b-3bb2-4adf-87a3-b274a0211630 -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% 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

Ryan Sternagel—co-founder of The Stern Method, Going Integrative Plus (GIP+), and Our Health Naturally—joins Dr. Karlfeldt to share the real story behind his family’s mission: in 2014, Ryan and his wife Teddy learned their son Ryder had stage four neuroblastoma just eleven days before his first birthday. What followed was a crash course in advocacy, research, and resilience—plus a decades-worth of integrative insights earned the hard way. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a diagnosis, pressured into one path, or unsure how to “do everything” without losing your mind, this conversation is for you.In this episode, Ryan walks through the moment they knew something was wrong, the medical runaround that nearly delayed answers, and how they learned to push for imaging, ask better questions, and make decisions strategically—especially when facing institutional pressure. They discuss the chess match many families experience in pediatric oncology, including navigating treatment expectations, scan decisions, and the importance of building a supportive plan that addresses nutrition, environment, and mindset alongside medical care. Ryan also shares the evolution from documenting their journey online to creating a searchable library of expert integrative oncology guidance through GIP+—so families can learn directly from top holistic cancer doctors and “test-drive” approaches that resonate.You’ll also hear Ryan’s perspective on “cake vs. frosting”: why foundational daily practices (circadian rhythm, nature time, reducing toxic load, nervous system regulation, and belief/mindset work) often matter more than any shiny new therapy—yet how select advanced tools may fit into a larger integrative strategy. This is a grounded, motivating listen for patients, caregivers, and practitioners who want a more empowered, organized way forward.Key Topics CoveredRyder’s stage 4 neuroblastoma diagnosis and the early warning signs that were missedSelf-advocacy in pediatrics: pushing for ultrasound/MRI and trusting intuitionNavigating hospital systems, treatment escalation, and the realities of compliance pressureBuilding an “integrative support stack”: nutrition, juicing, supplements, IV vitamin C, and lifestyleThe importance of organization and implementation: turning information into a workable scheduleNon-toxic living and environmental control (EMFs, chemicals, lighting, plastics, circadian rhythm)Mindset as medicine: trauma work, belief systems, meditation/breathwork, and daily centering practices“Cake vs. frosting”: foundational habits vs. advanced/experimental therapiesRyan’s “talent scout” approach: finding top integrative cancer doctors and filtering conflicting infoGIP+ as a model for weekly expert access, Q&A, and a searchable archive of integrative guidanceTo learn more about Ryan and Teddy’s work, explore The Stern Method, their step-by-step framework for implementing integrative cancer support in real life, at https://thesternmethod.com/ Listeners can also check out OUR 7, their comprehensive epigenetic nutrient blend from Our Health Naturally, available at https://ourhealthnaturally.com/ use the discount code KARLFELDT20 to receive 20% off from December 16–31, 2025, and KARLFELDT for 10% off ongoing orders after that.For those seeking direct access to top integrative cancer doctors, weekly guidance, and a searchable archive of expert insights, join Going Integrative Plus (GIP+) at https://goingintegrativeplus.com/and use the code KARLFELDT50 for 50% off your first month subscription. -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% 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

In this episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions, Dr. Michael Karlfeldt sits down with Jonathan Benassaya—serial entrepreneur, product innovator, and melanoma survivor—who shares his personal journey through skin cancer and the challenges he faced navigating an antiquated healthcare system. Jonathan recounts his experience with diagnosis, biopsy, and surgery, highlighting how subjective assessments, delayed communication, and systemic inefficiencies impacted his care. Drawing on his experience building major tech platforms such as Deezer, StreamNation, Life360, and leading product at Meta, he was inspired to rethink skin-cancer detection and patient empowerment through technology.Jonathan and Dr. Karlfeldt discuss the vision behind SkinBit, a technology-driven solution designed to modernize dermatology by combining high-resolution imaging, AI, and patient-centered monitoring. They explore how these innovations can enable early detection, reduce unnecessary procedures, and provide peace of mind for patients, while also alleviating the strain on dermatologists. To learn more about SkinBit and its mission, visit https://www.skinbit.co/Key Topics Covered:Jonathan’s personal melanoma journey and the limitations of conventional dermatologyThe emotional and logistical challenges of navigating skin-cancer treatmentHow his background in tech entrepreneurship shaped his approach to healthcare innovationThe creation and vision of SkinBit to enable early detection and monitoringAI and imaging technology for standardized, data-driven skin assessmentsEmpowering patients to track changes and take control of their skin healthThe future of technology-enabled dermatology and preventive care -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% 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