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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 37 MIN

Dr. Joseph Antoun – Fasting, Nutrition, and How to Starve Cancer Without Starving the Body

from Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt · host Michael Karlfeldt

Can fasting actually weaken cancer — and make chemotherapy work better?In this episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions, Dr. K sits down with longevity and nutrition science pioneer Dr. Joseph Antoun to break down the emerging research on fasting, fasting-mimicking diets, and precision nutrition for cancer. Dr. Antoun explains why cancer thrives on growth signals, how traditional “eat more calories” advice may backfire, and what the science really says about starving cancer while protecting healthy cells.This conversation explores fasting-mimicking nutrition before chemotherapy, immune rejuvenation, autophagy, growth factors like insulin and IGF-1, muscle preservation, and why food-as-medicine may dramatically improve treatment tolerance and outcomes. If you or someone you love is navigating cancer — or wants to reduce risk through longevity-based nutrition — this episode delivers critical, science-backed insights you won’t hear in a standard oncology visit.Key Takeaways:0:00 Introduction and why nutrition matters in cancer6:10 Starving cancer while protecting healthy cells9:20 Fasting-mimicking diets vs water fasting12:45 How fasting sensitizes cancer to chemotherapy16:30 Immune system rejuvenation and autophagy explained21:00 Nutrition strategies after cancer treatment for longevityResources Mentioned:L-Nutra / ProLon® Fasting Mimicking Diet - https://www.l-nutra.comL-Nutra Health – Diabetes & Nutrition Programs - https://www.lnutrahealth.comThe Longevity Diet by Valter Longo - https://www.valterlongo.comCREATE Cures Foundation (USC Longevity Clinics) - https://createcures.org ____________________________________RESOURCES FROM DR. KARLFELDT:📖 A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGet it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0iC8bFxy📖 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99 | Use code CANCERPODCAST1 for 100% off📖 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99 | Use code CANCERPODCAST2 for 100% off____________________________________WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT:To learn more about cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies at The Karlfeldt Center or to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, visit us at:🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com📞 208-338-8902📧 [email protected]____________________________________CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT:Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenterFacebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter____________________________________MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT:🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance.🎙 Integrative Lyme Solutions — Expert guidance and healing journeys  for those dealing with Lyme disease and co-infections.Explore all shows at https://www.youtube.com/@karlfeldtcenter____________________________________👉 Schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Naturopathic Doctor at The Karlfeldt Center:📞 208-338-8902📧 [email protected]

Can fasting actually weaken cancer — and make chemotherapy work better?In this episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions, Dr. K sits down with longevity and nutrition science pioneer Dr. Joseph Antoun to break down the emerging research on fasting, fasting-mimicking diets, and precision nutrition for cancer. Dr. Antoun explains why cancer thrives on growth signals, how traditional “eat more calories” advice may backfire, and what the science really says about starving cancer while protecting healthy cells.This conversation explores fasting-mimicking nutrition before chemotherapy, immune rejuvenation, autophagy, growth factors like insulin and IGF-1, muscle preservation, and why food-as-medicine may dramatically improve treatment tolerance and outcomes. If you or someone you love is navigating cancer — or wants to reduce risk through longevity-based nutrition — this episode delivers critical, science-backed insights you won’t hear in a standard oncology visit.Key Takeaways:0:00 Introduction and why nutrition matters in cancer6:10 Starving cancer while protecting healthy cells9:20 Fasting-mimicking diets vs water fasting12:45 How fasting sensitizes cancer to chemotherapy16:30 Immune system rejuvenation and autophagy explained21:00 Nutrition strategies after cancer treatment for longevityResources Mentioned:L-Nutra / ProLon® Fasting Mimicking Diet - https://www.l-nutra.comL-Nutra Health – Diabetes & Nutrition Programs - https://www.lnutrahealth.comThe Longevity Diet by Valter Longo - https://www.valterlongo.comCREATE Cures Foundation (USC Longevity Clinics) - https://createcures.org ____________________________________RESOURCES FROM DR. KARLFELDT:📖 A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGet it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0iC8bFxy📖 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99 | Use code CANCERPODCAST1 for 100% off📖 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99 | Use code CANCERPODCAST2 for 100% off____________________________________WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT:To learn more about cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies at The Karlfeldt Center or to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, visit us at:🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com📞 208-338-8902📧 [email protected]____________________________________CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT:Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenterFacebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter____________________________________MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT:🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance.🎙 Integrative Lyme Solutions — Expert guidance and healing journeys  for those dealing with Lyme disease and co-infections.Explore all shows at https://www.youtube.com/@karlfeldtcenter____________________________________👉 Schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Naturopathic Doctor at The Karlfeldt Center:📞 208-338-8902📧 [email protected]

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