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Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne welcomes certified nutrition specialist and whole health educator Jacqui Bryan to demystify the buzz around hemp—whether it's health food or just hype, and what cancer patients need to know before adding it to their diets. Saranne shares her own initial confusion about hemp, from wondering why anyone would eat or smoke something used to make rope, to sprinkling hemp seeds on her daily meals. Together, they break down the differences between hemp and marijuana, why some athletes avoid hemp due to anti-doping rules, and the powerful health benefits of hemp seeds, including protein, essential fatty acids, minerals, and fiber. This candid conversation explores practical ways to build hemp into your routine, addresses safety and quality concerns for cancer patients, and busts common myths about the plant. Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, functional medicine expert, whole health educator, certified health coach, and registered nurse. Drawing on her deep experience guiding clients through cancer and wellness journeys, Jacqui brings clarity to confusing nutrition trends and empowers listeners with actionable, science-backed guidance. Her expertise in functional medicine and patient education makes her a trusted resource for anyone navigating cancer care, survivorship, or prevention. "Hemp seeds are very high in fiber...fiber is critical for everybody, especially people that are in treatment, because fiber escorts toxins out of your body." ~ Jacqui Bryan Today on Beating Cancer Daily:· Hemp is not the same as marijuana; hemp seeds contain only minimal THC and do not produce a high.· Hemp seeds are a rich source of plant-based protein, particularly beneficial for vegans and individuals following a plant-based diet.· They provide essential fatty acids that support heart health, brain health, and reduce inflammation, all crucial for cancer prevention and survivorship.· Hemp seeds are rich in micronutrients, including magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin E—nutrients that can be depleted during cancer treatment.· The high fiber content in hemp seeds helps with digestion, supports detoxification, and promotes healthy bowel movements, which is especially important for those undergoing chemotherapy.· Hemp seeds support weight management and satiety, helping to reduce overeating and nervous eating, which is common during cancer stress.· Incorporating hemp into everyday meals is simple—sprinkle it on salads, soups, smoothies, or use products like hemp hearts, hemp butter, and hemp milk.· People on blood thinners should consult healthcare providers before increasing hemp consumption, as hemp can act as a natural blood thinner. · Resources Mentioned: Tame the Flame 8 Day Challenge (Jacqui Bryan’s clean eating program): jacquibryan.com Label Detective Episode (cited as a foundational nutrition resource) Guest Contact Information: Website: jacquibryan.com Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries on 7 continents and has over 365 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg! To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne