Why the Tumor Isn’t the Real Problem in Breast Cancer | Dr. Michael Karfeldt, Board-Certified Naturopath | EP 133 episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 50 MIN

Why the Tumor Isn’t the Real Problem in Breast Cancer | Dr. Michael Karfeldt, Board-Certified Naturopath | EP 133

from Born to Heal: Holistic Healing for Optimal Health · host Dr. Katie Deming, M.D. | Conscious Oncologist

What if the tumor isn't the real problem, but just the loudest symptom of something deeper going on in your body?Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Dr. Michael Karfeldt, co-author of Breast Cancer Breakthrough, to explore why the tumor is often the last part of the problem, not the first. What they uncover in this conversation might surprise you, especially if you think you're already doing everything right.They get into the hidden factors most doctors never check for, things lurking in your mouth, your home, and even your family history that could be quietly driving disease. Dr. Katie shares what she's seen firsthand in her own practice that finally confirmed what Western medicine never taught her.Chapters:00:06:05 - The Hidden Drivers of Cancer00:10:00 - The Modern Toxic Load00:13:30 - Trauma and Loss of Self00:17:38 - The Dental Link00:19:00 - What Fasting Reveals00:24:05 - Silence, Identity, and Healing00:27:30 - Parasites and the Terrain00:31:00 - Why Regular Cleansing Matters00:35:00 - First Steps After Diagnosis00:39:15 - The Fear That Sabotages HealingAnd if you've ever wondered why fear itself might be working against your healing, Dr. Karfeldt's answer to that question alone is worth the listen.Press play and hear the one thing Dr. Karfeldt wants every newly diagnosed woman to know. It's simple, it's powerful, and it's nothing like what you'd hear in a conventional oncology office.Connect with guest: https://www.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/Pick up a Copy of Breast Cancer Breakthrough: https://a.co/d/0di58YxZThe Cure and Prevention of All Cancers: https://a.co/d/0avviSxpWhich Fast Is Right for You? - Take the FREE QUIZ:https://www.whichfastisrightforyou.com/Join Dr. Katie for a three-day guided reset to slow down, listen to your body, and practice a more loving relationship with yourself—with daily live calls, expert support, and community alongside you: https://tinyurl.com/y5cm5wtjFollow Dr. Katie Deming on InstagramWatch on YoutubeDISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast  is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.A thought-provoking podcast explores cancer through the lens of holistic medicine and functional medicine, discussing causes of cancer, metabolic health, and unconventional approaches like water fasting, fasting and autophagy, and detox, while weighing fasting benefits against chemo side effects and radiation side effects, sharing stories of a cancer survivor navigating chemotherapy, natural medicine, holistic healing, and even sp...

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What if the tumor isn't the real problem, but just the loudest symptom of something deeper going on in your body? Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Dr. Michael Karfeldt, co-author of Breast Cancer Breakthrough, to explore why the tumor is often the last part of the problem, not the first. What they uncover in this conversation might surprise you, especially if you think you're already doing everything right. They get into the hidden factors most doctors never check for, things lurking in your m...

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