This Women's History Month, The Rose celebrates trailblazers within the breast cancer community.

What can we do to feed ourselves better food so we can live our best lives?

Dr. Dixie Melillo joins Dorothy to answer that question, and others. And these are hard truths we all need to hear.

She and Dorothy talk about nutrition as it pertains to not only cancer, but to overall health.

The conversation also shines a spotlight on the healthcare system’s biggest issues, the role of processed foods, and the benefits of intermittent fasting.

Dr. Melillo encourages individuals to take responsibility for their health and make informed choices about their diet and lifestyle. So please, consult your physician before making any changes to your diet and exercise routine.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by our guests don’t reflect that of The Rose nor are they a substitute for medical advice provided by the listener’s doctor.

Notable quotes include:

“I have cancer cells. You have cancer cells.”

“Sugar paralyzes the immune system.”

Key Questions Answered

1.) How do processed foods and sugar contribute to chronic diseases like cancer?

2.) What are the benefits of intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating?

3.) Why is choosing whole, unprocessed foods essential for maintaining good health?

4.) How do exercise, sleep, and spirituality play important roles in overall well-being?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the magnitude of the healthcare problem

03:08 The impact of processed foods and sugar on health

07:51 The relationship between sugar, insulin, and cancer

10:11 The potential for reversing diabetes and cancer through diet

13:17 Intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating

15:32 Choosing whole foods and avoiding processed foods

18:00 The lack of nutrition education in medical schools

21:48 Taking responsibility for one's health and well-being

22:32 The importance of exercise and sleep

24:24 The role of spirituality in maintaining health

25:45 The impact of food on mental health

26:34 The dangers of excessive screen time

28:42 Recap of key steps for improving health

30:36 Conclusion and encouragement

This Women's History Month, The Rose celebrates trailblazers within the breast cancer community.
What can we do to feed ourselves better food so we can live our best lives?
Dr. Dixie Melillo joins Dorothy to answer that question, and others. And these are hard truths we all need to hear.
She and Dorothy talk about nutrition as it pertains to not only cancer, but to overall health.
The conversation also shines a spotlight on the healthcare system’s biggest issues, the role of processed foods, and the benefits of intermittent fasting.
Dr. Melillo encourages individuals to take responsibility for their health and make informed choices about their diet and lifestyle. So please, consult your physician before making any changes to your diet and exercise routine.
DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by our guests don’t reflect that of The Rose nor are they a substitute for medical advice provided by the listener’s doctor.
Notable quotes include:
“I have cancer cells. You have cancer cells.”
“Sugar paralyzes the immune system.”
Key Questions Answered
1.) How do processed foods and sugar contribute to chronic diseases like cancer?
2.) What are the benefits of intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating?
3.) Why is choosing whole, unprocessed foods essential for maintaining good health?
4.) How do exercise, sleep, and spirituality play important roles in overall well-being?
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and the magnitude of the healthcare problem
03:08 The impact of processed foods and sugar on health
07:51 The relationship between sugar, insulin, and cancer
10:11 The potential for reversing diabetes and cancer through diet
13:17 Intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating
15:32 Choosing whole foods and avoiding processed foods
18:00 The lack of nutrition education in medical schools
21:48 Taking responsibility for one's health and well-being
22:32 The importance of exercise and sleep
24:24 The role of spirituality in maintaining health
25:45 The impact of food on mental health
26:34 The dangers of excessive screen time
28:42 Recap of key steps for improving health
30:36 Conclusion and encouragement

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.