Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Laura Lummer, a certified life, health, and nutrition coach and two-time breast cancer survivor living with metastatic disease, hosts this podcast. She supports women in dropping their warrior shield after a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, helping them release the pressure to return to normal and create a life even better than before. The twice-weekly episodes provide practical tools for managing life after breast cancer, supporting both body and mind.
Episodes
#469 Living Through Breast Cancer and Creating a Life That's Better Than Before
July 2026 marks 15 years since my first breast cancer diagnosis. When I sat down to plan this milestone month, I had all these celebratory ideas, and then life happened. I lost people I cared about, a few clients passed, and right as I went to record, our dog of 14 years died. I want to be honest with you from the start. Life is hard, and life is wonderful, and most of the time both are true at
#468 Breast Cancer and Self-Awareness - The Outside Signs of Your Inner Health
Your body has been talking to you your whole life. The question is whether anyone ever taught you to listen. In this episode, I want to widen the lens on how you read your own body. We have lost so much of the generational knowledge our mothers and grandmothers once passed down, and now we tend to wait until something hurts before we pay attention. But your body speaks in subtleties long before
#467 Male Breast Cancer - What You Need to Know with Jake Messier
This Father's Day episode is personal for me. I lost my brother to testicular cancer in 1993, and that loss taught me how dangerous it is when we do not talk about the cancers that catch our loved ones off guard. So I am honored to share this conversation with Jake Messier, a stage four metastatic male breast cancer advocate known on social media as The Guy With Stage Four Breast Cancer. Jake fo
#466 Breast Cancer and Mental Health - You Deserve Support
June is Mental Health Month, and in this episode, I want you to hear something clearly. Your mental and emotional health is not a side note to breast cancer or to life after it. It deserves to be a priority, right alongside your physical health. I share a recent stretch of unrelenting pain that pulled me away from my walks and workouts, and how quickly that started to weigh on me mentally, becau
#465 The Spice Rack - A Simple Way to Support Your Health After Breast Cancer
What do I even eat? If that question has ever stopped you in your tracks, this episode is for you. So many of us cycle through the same handful of foods week after week, then feel guilty for not eating more variety. And when we try to fix that, it often turns into more recipes, more shopping, and more pressure to find the perfect anti-cancer diet. In this episode, I want to take that pressure o
#464 Acceptance After Breast Cancer - Letting Go of the Timeline
Last week there was no podcast episode. For the first time in a long time, I simply didn't have the physical or emotional energy to show up behind the microphone. After navigating one of the most challenging health seasons I've experienced since my stage 4 diagnosis, I realized I couldn't just move on without talking about what this experience taught me. The lesson was acceptance. Not giving up. N
#463 The Most Important Thing I've Done to Heal From Breast Cancer Isn't What You Think
What is the most important thing I've done to support healing after breast cancer? Mindset work. Not positive thinking. Not pretending things are fine when they're not. Not forcing affirmations I didn't believe. I'm talking about the work of examining what I believed was possible for my body and my future and learning how to update those beliefs. In this episode, I share why mindset work became th
#462 Breast Cancer and Metabolic Health - Learning Your Body's Love Language
In this week's episode, I want to invite you to think about your body differently. What if your cravings, fatigue, bloating, brain fog, and energy shifts are not signs that your body is failing you… but signs that it's trying to communicate with you? After years of working with metabolic health, blood work, and nutrition genomics, I've realized something important. The problem is not the informati
#461 Personal Growth After Breast Cancer — Without The Drama
What if you didn't have to wait for something to go wrong to grow? In this episode, I'm sharing why so many women stop reaching for support once life starts to feel stable and how that pattern quietly keeps you stuck. We talk about the difference between the discomfort of crisis and the discomfort of growth, and why choosing growth creates a completely different life experience. I also walk throu
#460 Why Emotional Pain Feels Physical - What Every Breast Cancer Survivor Needs to Know
Emotional pain is not just in your head. It is happening in your body. In this episode of the Nutrition After Breast Cancer: Just the Facts series, we look at the connection between emotional and physical pain through both lived experience and research. When you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in a loop of thoughts, there is a biological reason for it. Your nervous system is responding exac
#459 Building a Life That's Better Than Before Breast Cancer™ with Cheri Henderson
Cheri lives in Duluth, Minnesota with her adventure partner, Brent, along the stunning shores of Lake Superior. A two-time breast cancer thriver—first diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Stage IIIA in 2019 at 39 years old, and again with Metastatic Breast Cancer in 2021 at 41—Cheri continues to live life with strength, joy, and purpose. She leads an active, outdoor-centered lifestyle and seek
#458 Breast Cancer Recovery - How to Use The Science of Mindset to Create Better Health
What if your thoughts were creating physical changes in your body? In this episode, we are looking at the science behind mindset and how your brain, your expectations, and your thought patterns influence your health in very real ways. From negativity bias to the nocebo and placebo effects, I break down the research that shows how your mind impacts stress, symptoms, and healing. You will learn why
#457 Training Through Treatment with Kristy Griggs
In this episode, I'm joined by Kristy Griggs, founder of Training Through Treatment, to talk about the role exercise played in her experience with stage four breast cancer. Kristy was told to rest during treatment. But what she discovered was that movement helped her physically, mentally, and emotionally in ways she did not expect. She shares how she navigated the difference between needing rest a
#456 The One Book That Will Change Your Life After Breast Cancer
This week's episode is a personal one. It came from a hard week, a lot of physical discomfort, and a moment of asking a simple question. Why don't we talk about this more? Not just the physical challenges after breast cancer, but the internal rules we carry about how we should handle them. In this episode, we talk about "manuals." The invisible rulebooks we all have that shape how we think, feel,
#455 Weight Loss After Breast Cancer
In this week's episode, we're talking about weight loss after breast cancer and menopause, and why it often feels like nothing is working. You're eating well. You're making changes. And your body is not responding the way it used to. We begin with a simple question. If weight loss is just calories in and calories out, why does it feel so different now? Think about Survivor. Everyone loses
#454 Hope For Cancer with Chelsea Hassink
In this episode of the Better Than Before Breast Cancer podcast, Laura Lummer sits down with Chelsea Hassink to talk about her experience navigating a stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis and the path that led her to explore integrative cancer care. Chelsea discovered a lump shortly after turning 40 and was quickly diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer that had metastasized to her liver. Within we
#453 The Truth About Ketosis - Breast Cancer and Nutrition, Just the Facts
In this final episode of the Nutrition After Breast Cancer: Just the Facts series, we break down ketosis clearly and responsibly. Ketosis is not a cure for cancer. It is not a replacement for chemotherapy or radiation. But research, including the Keto-CARE trial at The Ohio State University and ongoing metabolic oncology work at Boston College, suggests that metabolic ketosis may influence insulin
#452 Fats And Breast Cancer - Breast Cancer and Nutrition, Just The Facts
In this week's podcast episode in the Nutrition After Breast Cancer: Just the Facts series, I bring up the study that sparked that concern. I don't ignore things like this. I don't pretend they don't exist. If there's research being talked about, I want you to know about it. But here are the actual facts. The study was done in mice. The mice were made to consume about 40% of their diet in olive oi
#451 The Truth About Dairy - Breast Cancer and Nutrition, Just the Facts
Dairy is one of the most misunderstood foods in wellness. Is it inflammatory? Does it increase mucus? Does it raise IGF-1 and breast cancer risk? Or is that fear-based messaging? In Part 4 of the Nutrition Just the Facts series, Laura breaks down the science behind dairy and separates cultural belief from biological evidence. This episode covers: • Dairy and inflammatory biomarkers • The mucus myt
#450 Plant Based Vs. Animal Based Eating - Breast Cancer Nutrition Just The Facts
Why are so many women told to avoid animal foods after breast cancer? And what does the science behind that advice actually show? In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, Laura Lummer explores plant-based versus animal-based eating through a clear, grounded lens. She explains why large observational studies like the Nurses' Health Study became so influential, how The China Study was ov
#449 Carbohydrates After Breast Cancer - Breast Cancer Nutrition Just The Facts
Carbohydrates are often blamed, feared, or oversimplified, especially after breast cancer. In this episode, Laura continues her Nutrition Myths and Truths series with an evidence-based conversation about carbohydrates. This is not about food rules. It is about understanding how carbohydrates function in the body, how they interact with metabolism, inflammation, and genetics, and what lab markers
#448 Red Meat After Breast Cancer - Breast Cancer Nutrition, Just The Facts
What does the science actually say about red meat after breast cancer? In this episode, Laura Lummer begins a new series focused on separating nutrition myths from facts. The conversation was sparked by hearing a physician recommend a low-fat, high-fiber diet with no red meat to an entire room of cancer patients. Laura explains why that kind of advice ignores bio individuality and why nutrition s
#447 When Support Starts to Feel Like Noise After Breast Cancer
Diet plans. Supplements. Protocols. Podcasts. Advice from well-meaning people. At some point, all of that support can stop feeling helpful and start feeling overwhelming. In this episode, Laura shares a real-life story that highlights how stress and unresolved trauma can impact metabolic health, even when diet and exercise look "right." She explains why consistency, tracking data, and self-honesty
#446 Glimmers Before Affirmation - How to Choose Words Your Brain Can Trust
At the beginning of the year, affirmations are everywhere. But if you have ever felt frustrated, tense, or discouraged while trying to use affirmations, this episode explains why. In Episode 446, Laura shares why affirmations that are not believable often create internal pushback, self-judgment, and cognitive dissonance, and why this is not a personal failure. You will learn how the brain responds
#445 Evolutionary Mismatch - Why Winter Isn't the Time to Push Yourself
Have you ever wondered why the new year brings so much pressure to move faster, even when your body feels tired and out of sync? In this episode, Laura shares a perspective that reframes fatigue, resistance, and the urge to slow down through the lens of evolutionary mismatch and seasonal rhythm. Rather than pushing harder, this conversation invites curiosity, compassion, and a deeper understanding
#444 Cold and Flu Season After Breast Cancer - Gentle Ways to Support Your Immune System
Cold and flu season can feel extra challenging after breast cancer, especially when energy is already low after the holidays. In Episode 444, Laura shares gentle, practical ways to support your immune system during winter without fear or pressure. You will learn how the immune system works, why it is not meant to stay activated, and how sleep, stress, and hormone shifts influence immune health. La
#443 Making Room For Healing After Breast Cancer
This episode comes out the day after Christmas, when many of us are surrounded by more stuff, more noise, and more overwhelm. In this episode, we talk about how clutter is not just physical. It can show up in our thoughts, our emotions, and even our schedules. We explore how rumination and constant busyness can keep the nervous system stuck in stress, and why clearing space in your environment and
#442 Reclaiming Your Life After Breast Cancer - From Audience Member to Participant
As the year comes to a close, Laura reflects on a powerful pattern many women experience after breast cancer: feeling like an observer in their own life rather than an active participant. In this episode, Laura explores how trauma, uncertainty, constant stimulation, and comparison can lead to disconnection and low-level dissociation. She explains why stillness is often avoided, how the nervous sys
#441 Bone Health After Breast Cancer - A Terrain Approach with Kristie Howlett
In this episode, I sit down with Kristie Howlett, NP, to talk about a topic so many women worry about but rarely get complete information on. Kristie brings her years of oncology and integrative experience into this discussion about bone health, estrogen changes, metabolic influences, and the difference strength training truly makes. I loved the way Kristie explained how muscle communicates with b
#440 Redefining Abundance - What Healing Looks Like Beyond the Body
What does abundance really mean when you are healing from cancer? In this episode, Laura talks with cancer survivor and health coach Hayley Dubin about manifestation, mindset, intuition, and the small actions that create meaningful change. About Hayley Dubin: Hayley is a Certified Health Coach, Metabolic Terrain Advocate, and founder of reVIVE Wellness. She is also the host of The Cancer Liberatio
#439 Rewiring Your Nervous System After Breast Cancer - From Survival Mode to Safety Mode
After breast cancer, many women stay stuck in patterns of hypervigilance, overthinking, poor sleep, and emotional overwhelm without realizing the deeper cause: their body doesn't feel safe. In this episode, we explore: • How the nervous system processes safety • Why childhood patterns affect you today • Why fear of judgment activates the same pathways as physical threat • How safety influences dig
#438 Passion In A Physical Form with Paloma Soledad - The Woman Behind Luxcare Clothing
In this episode, Laura speaks with three-time stage-four cancer survivor Paloma Soledad, the creator of Luxcare Clothing, chemical-free, Sun-safe, adaptive, and sustainably made pieces designed for women in cancer treatment and recovery. Paloma shares her story of immunotherapy, lymphedema, and living in a post-cancer body, and how her background in fashion led her to create clothing that honors b
#437 Life After Breast Cancer - The Power of Living On Purpose Every Day
In this episode, Laura explores a question that often brings women more confusion than clarity: "What is my purpose?" Drawing from her own reflections and from coaching breast cancer survivors, she reframes the conversation around a far more supportive question: "Am I living on purpose?" You'll hear how intentional living supports cognitive health, stress resilience, emotional wellbeing, and metab
#436 Breast Cancer Recovery and The Block of Familiarity
Why do we keep holding on to things that don't serve us, relationships, habits, or clutter that drains our energy? In this episode, Laura Lummer explores how the brain's desire for safety keeps us clinging to what's familiar, even when it hurts us. You'll hear about two fascinating studies on the psychology of familiarity and habit formation, and learn how awareness, curiosity, and small acts of r
#435 Finding Balance and Flow in the Middle of The Good and The Bad
When you've lived through breast cancer, life often feels like a mix of opposites, gratitude and fear, healing and side effects, joy and grief. In this episode, Laura shares what it means to hold space for both the good and the hard, and how allowing energy to flow supports both emotional and physical healing. She explores the science of psycho-neuro-immunology, the lymphatic system, and fascia, a
#434 Breaking The Protective Barrier - The Healing Power of Radical Transparency
When we try to protect others from our pain, we often end up isolating ourselves. In this episode, Laura Lummer, The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach, shares her concept of the protective barrier, the invisible wall that forms when we hold our emotions in and pretend everything is "normal." Through the lens of radical transparency and supported by research on emotional expression, Laura explains how h
#433 Metabolic Health Day Insights with Katie Resor
Back from Metabolic Health Day, I'm joined by client and Terrain Advocate-in-training, Katie Resor, to share the most use-today insights: energy and fatigue through a metabolic lens, nature and circadian rhythm, simple detox wins, EMF practices that fit real life, and the vendors/tests we loved. You'll also hear reflections on community, hope, and why health is a terrain we tend, not a finish line
#432 Celebrating Milestones Beyond Scans and Labs
Being cancer-free doesn't always mean we've healed. After 14 years of managing cancer, I've learned that healing is about more than scans and lab results, it's about reclaiming joy, peace, and meaning in the present moment. In this episode, I share stories of women who stopped waiting for permission to live and how research shows that hope, gratitude, and laughter can support real healing, physica
#431 Shine Through October - Prevention Metastasis and Living Fully
October is a complicated month for so many of us touched by breast cancer. Pink ribbons are everywhere, sometimes they feel celebratory, other times they stir up fear, grief, or difficult memories. Both experiences are real, and both deserve to be honored. In this episode, I invite you to see October through a different lens. Instead of focusing only on awareness, what if we made it about alivenes
#430 Healing Starts with Honesty
Healing doesn't begin with shame, it begins with honesty. In this episode, I share why telling yourself the truth is the most powerful first step in creating health and joy after breast cancer. You'll hear: Why judgment keeps us stuck in old patterns How curiosity creates opportunities for growth A simple framework to reflect on your strengths and challenges My personal story of facing the
#429 Dr. Toni Engram and the Whole - Body Benefits of Biological Dentistry
Biological dentistry goes far beyond cavities and cleanings—it's about understanding how your mouth connects to your entire body. In this episode, Dr. Toni Engram explains how the oral microbiome impacts inflammation, hormones, digestion, and even healing from chronic illness. We cover: Why dental materials (like mercury fillings and fluoride) matter for long-term health. How to safely approac
#428 Breast Cancer and Stress - How to Protect Your Energy in the Last 90 Days of the Year and Beyond
Why does it feel so hard to hear yourself when life gets busy—especially during breast cancer recovery? In this episode: The science of stress, sleep, and comfort eating Why white space is not a luxury but a recovery tool Four research-backed ways to restore energy and balance Practical if-then scripts to protect your health this season Explore more support: Better Than Before Breas
#427 Sugar Genetics and Breast Cancer - Understanding the Connection
If you've ever thought, "I just can't stop eating sugar," this episode is for you. I'll share what I discovered while reviewing 20 nutrition genomic reports from breast cancer survivors—and the surprising genetic commonalities that explain both difficulties with blood sugar regulation and stronger tendencies toward impulsive cravings. You'll also learn how cancer cells use insulin receptors to fue
#426 Food is Love - Reconnecting to Food After Breast Cancer
Food isn't just calories—it's connection. It's energy from the sun and the soil transformed into nourishment for your body. Yet in our modern world, food often feels like discipline, restriction, or just another task. In this episode, I talk about how to shift your perspective so food once again becomes love—for your body, for your healing, and for your life after breast cancer. Explore more s
#425 Stress After Breast Cancer - Why Supplements Alone Wont Heal You
Stress isn't just "in your head"—it changes your biology. It depletes nutrients like magnesium, vitamin C, B vitamins, and zinc, and keeps your body in survival mode. Supplements can help, but they won't heal you if the root cause—stress—remains. In this episode, I talk about why stress management is as critical as nutrition, how CBT and EMDR support your healing, and why lab testing matters befor
#424 Boundary Phobia After Breast Cancer
Have you ever felt almost afraid to set a boundary—especially with someone you love? You're not alone. In this episode, I share the story of a client who jokingly called it "boundary phobia" and how that phrase perfectly captures the fear and discomfort so many of us feel when we try to protect our time, energy, or emotional well-being. We'll talk about: The fears that keep us saying "yes" when
#423 How to Live Cured Even In Uncertainty?
In this heartfelt episode, I share a story of one of my clients who chose to live as if she was cured—even while waiting for a PET scan. Her courage and clarity inspired this conversation about mindset, belief, and the science behind choosing peace in uncertain moments. We'll explore: The difference between what's true and what fear tells us The emotional and biological cost of staying in
#422 Dairy and Sourdough After Breast Cancer - What's Safe and What's Hype?
Can you keep eating dairy or sourdough bread during breast cancer recovery—or do they need to go? In this episode, I walk you through the confusing world of food myths and metabolic health, exploring: The difference between A1 and A2 dairy What the research says about dairy and cancer risk Whether sourdough bread is truly blood sugar–friendly How gluten impacts gut health (and what zonulin
#421 The Science of Belief After Breast Cancer - Rewiring Your Brain For Health And Happiness
Can your thoughts really change your health? In this episode, we explore how belief—both positive and negative—impacts the healing process after breast cancer. Learn what neuroscience, psychology, and real-life coaching reveal about the nocebo effect, the power of belief, and how to gently shift your thinking to support long-term wellness. 💡 In this episode: 🌱 Join The Better Than Before Bre
#420 Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy - What You Need to Know
In this episode, I'm joined by two extraordinary women: Cheri Henderson, a two-time breast cancer thriver, and Monica Kasari-Desulme, a physical therapist who specializes in cancer rehabilitation and lymphatic drainage. You'll hear how physical therapy helped Cheri recover from life-limiting pain, chemo brain, lymphedema, and post-surgical complications—and how it gave her the strength to return t
#419 Awakening Day - 14 Years After Breast Cancer Changed Everything
What if the worst day of your life became the one that opened your eyes the most? In this deeply personal episode, I share why I no longer call July 11th my "cancerversary" and instead honor it as my Awakening Day. Fourteen years after being diagnosed with breast cancer, I reflect on how that moment became the catalyst for a life of greater presence, purpose, and peace. We'll talk about what post-
#418 Wellness After Breast Cancer - Beyond the Fear of Sugar
So many women healing from breast cancer are told, "Just cut out sugar," as if that one step could control everything. But is that really the whole story? In this episode, we take a deep breath and go beyond the fear-based headlines to explore what's really happening inside your cells. From the basics of cellular fermentation to the Warburg effect, you'll learn how both glucose and oxygen play cri
#417 Healing Smarter After Breast Cancer - Using Research and Experience to Guide Your Choices
When you're recovering from breast cancer, you're bombarded with advice—some of it rooted in science, some of it based on personal stories. But how do you know what to trust? How do you separate what's promising from what's just popular? In this episode, I'll walk you through how to understand the evidence pyramid—from anecdotal stories to randomized controlled trials—and explain where therapies l
#416 Finding Your Peace After Breast Cancer - Burning The Manuals
If you've ever found yourself hurt, frustrated, or emotionally drained because someone didn't do what you thought they should—especially after you asked—this episode is for you. In this conversation, I'm talking about a powerful concept I use with my clients all the time, called "the manual." It's the invisible rulebook we write in our minds about how other people should behave and what their acti
#415 Nutrition Myth-Busting After Breast Cancer - What You Need to Know
In this episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach, we'll dismantle three of the most common—and misleading—nutrition myths that many women encounter after a breast cancer diagnosis. Whether you're in active treatment or navigating life post-cancer, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and practical advice rooted in science, not fear. You'll learn: Why not all carbohydrates are harm
#414 Smart Food Swaps For Breast Cancer Recovery - The AA Nutrition Plan
This episode is such an exciting one, and honestly, it might just change the way you think about what you eat—especially if you've ever felt confused or overwhelmed about what's "safe" or supportive after a breast cancer diagnosis. I'm talking about two powerful cellular processes that are important for us to understand: autophagy and angiogenesis. These are what researchers call hallmarks of canc
#413 Vibration Plates For Breast Cancer Recovery - Muscle Bone and Bowel Benefits You Should Know About
If you've ever looked at a wellness gadget and thought, "Is this really going to help me?"—you're not alone. In this episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, we explore the science behind a popular wellness tool: vibration plates, also known as whole-body vibration therapy (WBV). Whether you're in recovery from breast cancer, managing post-treatment fatigue, experiencing bone loss, or
#412 Emotional Eating After Breast Cancer - Why it Happens and How to Heal Gently
Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the pantry during a stressful moment, reaching for something sweet, salty, or crunchy—just to take the edge off? If so, you're not alone. In this episode of the Better Than Before Breast Cancer podcast, I open up about my own experience with emotional eating during cancer recovery and share gentle, compassionate strategies to help you understand an
#411 How to Embrace Resistance and Move Through Life's Toughest Moments
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we're talking about the concept of resistance — a natural, human response to discomfort, fear, and change. Resistance can show up in many forms, whether you're facing a difficult decision, trying to adopt new habits, or navigating life after cancer treatment. But here's the good news: resistance isn't something to fight. It's a powerful signal t
#410 How Breast Cancer Treatments Disrupt Your Digestion And What to Do About It?
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer™, we're talking about a common and little-talked-about side effect of breast cancer treatment and day-to-day living: digestive changes. If you've experienced bloating, reflux, fatigue, or that uncomfortable feeling of fullness after eating, this episode is for you. You'll learn why hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid) is often misdiagnosed as hig
#409 Breast Cancer, Wellness and Nature Deficit Disorder
Have you ever felt like you just breathe easier when you step outside? There's a reason for that—and it's much deeper than simply "liking" nature. In this episode, we dive into why humans are biologically wired to crave nature and what happens when we ignore that inner pull for too long. We'll explore the science behind Nature Deficit Disorder, the powerful mind-body effects of spending time outsi
#408 Breast Cancer and Your Body - Who's Betraying Whom?
Do you think it's normal to feel discomfort in your body? Or do you recognize discomfort as your body's attempt to communicate with you? In this thought-provoking episode, I challenge the idea that our bodies betray us. We'll talk about how we've been conditioned to ignore discomfort, push through pain, and normalize symptoms like bloating, fatigue, inflammation, and poor sleep—until something mor
#407 How Breast Cancer Medications Impact Nutrients - And What You Can Do About It?
In this episode of the Better Than Before Breast Cancer podcast, we're diving into how common post-treatment medications—like Tamoxifen, Aromatase Inhibitors (Letrozole, Anastrozole, Exemestane), Herceptin, Fulvestrant, and Bisphosphonates (like Fosamax and Reclast)—can deplete critical nutrients your body needs to feel good and stay strong. Have you ever wondered if the medications you're taking
#406 The Surprising Truth About Behavior Change After Breast Cancer
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, Laura Lummer dives into the real—and often overlooked—challenges of making and maintaining lifestyle changes after a breast cancer diagnosis. Starting with a powerful quote from Lao Tzu, "If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading," Laura reflects on the emotional weight, conditioned beliefs, and survival instincts th
#405 Is Gluten Affecting Your Gut and Mood After Breast Cancer?
Have you ever wondered why foods like bread or pasta don't sit quite right with you anymore—even though you've never had a problem with gluten in the past? In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we explore how gluten, gut health, glyphosate, and mood are deeply connected—especially after breast cancer treatment. You'll learn: Why gluten can affect your gut and brain even without cel
#404 Sync Your Meals, Heal Your Body - Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science
In this eye-opening episode of the Better Than Before Breast Cancer Podcast, host Laura Lummer dives into the powerful connection between your body's natural rhythms and the timing of your meals. Have you ever noticed how aligned you feel when you live in sync with nature's cycles? Drawing from Ayurveda—an ancient system of medicine from India—and contemporary scientific research, Laura reveals ho
#403 Holding Happiness Hostage After Breast Cancer
Have you ever caught yourself waiting for permission to be happy? Saying things like, "I'll relax after this stressful phase is over," or "I'll treat myself once I hit that goal"? You're not alone—so many of us delay joy, saving it like a precious prize to be earned later. In this heartfelt episode, Laura invites you to explore the deeply-rooted mindset of treating happiness as something condition
#402 Breast Cancer & PTSD - Why Support is Key to Healing
Did you know that up to 90% of breast cancer survivors experience PTSD symptoms after diagnosis? Many women struggle with anxiety, emotional numbness, and hypervigilance long after treatment ends—but they often feel like they should be "over it" by now. In today's episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I'm diving deep into: ✅ How common PTSD is after breast cancer (with real statistics and r
#401 Magnesium & Breast Cancer Recovery - The Mineral You Can't Ignore
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we're talking about the crucial role of magnesium in breast cancer recovery, metabolic health, and overall well-being What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why magnesium is vital for breast cancer survivors and how it supports healing✅ How chemotherapy, aromatase inhibitors, and stress can deplete magnesium levels✅ The best types of magnesium supp
#400 Breast Cancer Prevention - Why Your Genes Aren't the Whole Story
Many people believe that breast cancer is primarily caused by genetics, but did you know that only 5-10% of cases are linked to inherited mutations like BRCA1, BRCA2, and CHEK2? The truth is, your overall health and risk of recurrence are influenced by key biological processes such as detoxification, methylation, and inflammation—and these are things you can actively support with your nutrition an
#399 The Gut-Brain Connection - A Roadmap for Breast Cancer Survivors
Did you know that your gut health plays a crucial role in your emotional well-being and recovery after breast cancer treatment? In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we explore the powerful connection between gut health and brain function. Many breast cancer survivors struggle with digestive issues, brain fog, and depression—but what if the key to feeling better lies in your gut? We
#398 How to Stay Consistent When Life Gets in The Way
We all start the year with big goals and fresh motivation—but what happens when life gets in the way? Whether it's getting sick, traveling, or just falling into old habits, it's easy to feel like you've lost momentum. But here's the truth: Consistency matters more than perfection. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I'm sharing how to stay on track even when setbacks happen. You'l
#397 Disappointment Detox - How to Stop Setting Yourself Up to Suffer
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we're talking about the emotional landscape of disappointment. We'll explore how unrealistic expectations, emotional attachment to outcomes, and projecting our own beliefs onto others can set us up for unnecessary suffering. Laura shares actionable strategies to reframe disappointment, embrace curiosity, and use setbacks as stepping stones to gr
#396 Breast Cancer and How Your Relationship with Yourself Sets the Stage for Health Healing
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we'll talk about the often-overlooked relationship we have with ourselves. Inspired by the upcoming season of love, let's explore how this foundational connection influences our health, healing, and overall well-being. From navigating the emotional weight of caregiving to reclaiming your power through self-compassion, this episode offers valuabl
#395 Vitamin B6 and Breast Cancer - The Science You Need to Know
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we tackle the complex world of supplements, focusing on one essential yet often misunderstood vitamin: B6. For breast cancer survivors, supplements can feel like a lifeline, but they're not always the safest or most effective choice. Join me, as I dive into understanding the role of supplements and the science behind vitamin B6, its role in the
#394 Breast Cancer and The Benefit of A Future Focus
In this episode we're going deep into the power of adopting a "future-focused" mindset. Listen in and learn how to balance living in the present moment with envisioning the version of yourself you want to become. I'll share actionable strategies for overcoming self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and conflict avoidance, helping you create a life that's better than before breast cancer™. Key Takeaways:
#393 The Art of Allowing - A New Perspective for a Better Life After Breast Cancer
In this powerful New Year's episode, I'll share my personal journey from a "fighting" mindset to embracing a healing mentality after breast cancer. We'll talk about how resistance can block your path to wellness and how allowing yourself to heal can create profound positive changes. Key Points: The difference between fighting disease and allowing healing How resistance impacts our physical and
#392 The Truth About Ketosis After Breast Cancer: Beyond Weight Loss
Episode Overview In this final episode of 2024, I break down the science and benefits of ketosis for breast cancer survivors. I'll tell you why metabolic health matters and how achieving a state of ketosis can support recovery and overall wellbeing. Key Topics Covered What ketosis really is (beyond just weight loss) The difference between ketosis and ketogenic diet How ketosis specifically bene
#391 Holiday Boundaries for Breast Cancer Survivors - The Science of Emotional Power
Lately holiday gatherings that can feel like emotional minefields have been weighing heavy with a lot of my clients. Listen, I get it - there's Aunt Martha asking why you're not wearing a wig, your well-meaning mom hovering over every bite you take, and maybe those relatives who just can't stop giving their "expert" medical advice. We need to talk about this! Not just the surface stuff, but really
#390 The Power of Intentional Living - How to Create a Life You Love After Breast Cancer
Join Laura for a special vault episode featuring an authentic coaching conversation about intentional living, effective time management, and creating a life you love after breast cancer. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 10:29 - Understanding the relationship between follow-through and self-worth 26:28 - The critical mindset shift about time management 35:07 - Introductio
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