Integrative Cancer Care with Dr. Laura James

Dr. Laura James is a board-certified naturopathic oncologist who has been working with cancer patients for over 20 years. She helps patients who are recently diagnosed with cancer get through the intense steps of conventional treatment – surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation – using natural means like nutrition, herbs, gentle movement, and stress management. In today’s episode, we hear Dr. Laura James discuss her balanced viewpoint on the use of natural therapies in combination with conventional treatment to support cancer patients. Through supplement streamlining, nutritional and botanical recommendations, and lifestyle counseling, her expertise can help you feel better through treatment and beyond. Today on The Lab Report: 4:00 Meet Dr. Laura James and hear how she defines integrative cancer care 9:25 Diet and nutrition – keto, fasting, low carb, protein 14:00 Working alongside conventional oncologists 19:20 Building a care team 24:00 Supporting the chemotherapy journey 27:50 Antioxidants, probiotics, and chemo 32:45 Resilience and the mental emotional rollercoaster 37:40 “Battle language” and vulnerability in cancer 43:50 Preventative care 51:30 Where to find Dr. Laura James? 53:55 The Fireball Additional Resources: LauraJamesND.com Best for Breast Supplements Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.