Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Episodes
#46 How Facing Impermanence Can Lead to a Happier Life
29 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most challenging parts of breast cancer recovery isn't just the treatment—it's what happens after treatment ends. The emotional afterma...
#45 Sensuality and Sex After Breast Cancer
22 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sexuality and intimacy are often the unspoken parts of breast cancer recovery—but they're just as important as physical healing. In this episode o...
#44 Hydration, Fatigue, Glowing Skin and Weight Loss
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you reach for coffee or an energy drink when fatigue hits? You might be overlooking your body's most powerful (and free!) tool for restoring energy...
#43 Know Your Worth to Lead a Fulfilling Life
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Self-image, self-care, and living a fulfilling life are all deeply connected—and for many women, especially breast cancer survivors, rebuilding tha...
#42 Mothers Surviving Cancer
12 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This special Mother's Day episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer is filled with love, laughter, and honest conversations about how cancer imp...
#41 Superfoods, the Hype and the Truth
05 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Cancer survivors are often bombarded with ads and promises from supplement companies and superfood product manufacturers. Powders, bars, drinks, and c...
#40 Seven Steps to Becoming More Resilient
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When life feels overwhelming—whether you're recovering from breast cancer, navigating personal stress, or simply trying to keep up with it all—the...
#39 Understanding Neuropathy And How to Manage
07 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Peripheral neuropathy is one of the most common—and frustrating—side effects of chemotherapy used to treat breast cancer. From numbness and tingli...
#38 When Plants Meet Fats
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ketogenic diets promise benefits like fat loss, stable energy, brain health, and even cancer prevention. Meanwhile, plant-based eating is backed by de...
#37 Body Fat and Cancer Treatment
10 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As if going through breast cancer treatment isn't hard enough—many survivors are left wondering, "Why did I gain weight, especially around my middl...
#36 Hot Flashes and Phytoestrogens
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hot flashes—those sudden waves of heat, sweating, and discomfort—are more than just an annoyance. For breast cancer patients and survivors, they c...
#35 Caring for Yourself Through Screening and Finding Your Word
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Surviving breast cancer doesn't mean you're done thinking about cancer screenings. In honor of National Cancer Awareness Month, this episode of Bett...
#34 Two Fungi That You Want to Know Better
24 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
For thousands of years, sages and traditional healers have used botanical medicines—including mushrooms—to support the body, boost resilience, an...
#33 Five Ways to Let Transformation Flow into Your Life
30 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Surviving breast cancer is a life-changing experience—and not always in the ways we expect. After treatment ends, many women face an entirely new se...
#32 It's "Soy" Good for Me...or is it?
09 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Should you eat soy after breast cancer? It's one of the most debated nutrition topics—and one that leaves many survivors feeling unsure or even fear...
#31 Using Ayurveda to Cool Off
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If summer has you feeling overheated, irritable, inflamed, or just plain drained, you're not alone—and Ayurveda has your back. In this episode of ...
#30 Seven Years of Surviving Breast Cancer
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I celebrate seven years of surviving breast cancer—and I'm marking this milestone with a special bonus episode filled with hope, reflection,...
#29 Three Things You Need to Know About Your Gut Health
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't heard the word microbiome yet, you will—because it's quickly becoming one of the most important areas of research in modern health ...
#28 Chemo Brain, Clearing the Fog
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
For years, "chemo brain" was dismissed or downplayed by many medical professionals—but no more. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer...
#27 Breast Cancer Recovery and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)
10 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do scented candles give you headaches? Does the smell of air fresheners, cleaning supplies, or insecticides make you feel nauseous, dizzy, or lighthea...
#26 Vitamin D & Moving Your Body
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You've likely heard of vitamin D, but did you know that maintaining healthy levels may actually reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence? In this ...
#25 Young Breast Cancer Survivors
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While the average age of a breast cancer diagnosis is 55, thousands of women under 40 are diagnosed each year—and many face challenges that are rare...
#24 Cleanse and Restore with Ayurveda
07 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is nature's invitation to refresh, restore, and return to balance—and Ayurveda offers powerful, gentle tools to help you do just that. In thi...
#23 Health Halos and Understanding Leaky Gut
18 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are those "health" foods in your grocery cart really supporting your recovery—or could they be quietly working against it? In this episode of Bette...
#22 Breast Care After Breast Cancer with Pink Ribbon Plus
03 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I sit down with Betty Alterman, founder of Pink Ribbon Plus, to explore the often-overlooked bu...
#21 Self Compassion - Loving Yourself to Support Your Health
27 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that certain natural foods and spices may actually help your body fight cancer—and that the words you speak to yourself every day may b...
#20 Managing the Flu With Ayurveda
04 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of World Cancer Day, this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer is all about empowering you with simple, natural tools to support yo...
#19 A New Kind of Resolution
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The start of a new year holds incredible potential—especially when you approach it with clarity, intention, and goals that actually matter to you....
#18 Gratitude and Your Health
22 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Can something as simple as gratitude really change your health? In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we explore what experts are sayi...
# 17 What is a Dosha?
05 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling overheated, inflamed, bloated, or just out of sync with your body—there may be deeper imbalances at play. In this episode of Bett...
# 16 How NEAT and GRAS Impact Your Health
15 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Think a 30-minute workout is enough to offset a full day of sitting? Think again. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we explore the...
#15 Fatigue, Weight Gain and the MTHFR Gene
30 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you're constantly feeling fatigued, struggling to lose weight, or facing chronic health issues that just won't improve—there may be a genetic rea...
#14 Surviving Breast Cancer as a Spouse
16 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most powerful sources of strength during cancer treatment is the love and support of those closest to us. But what happens when the careg...
#13 Women Guiding Women
02 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I sit down with Randal Snyder, co-manager of the inspiring Women Guiding Women cancer...
#12 How to End a Toxic Relationship With Sugar
19 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sugar feels like a sweet friend… until it becomes a clingy roommate you can't shake. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I share m...
#11 How to Know What to Eat
06 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
After attending the IDEA World Nutrition and Behavior Change Summit, I was reminded just how overwhelming nutrition advice can be—especially for tho...
#10 Meet Ronda Salazar, Survivor, Composer, Advocate
19 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply moving episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, you'll hear the incredible story of Ronda Salazar—a gifted composer whose journe...
#9 Survivor Interview with Gail Matthews
07 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of my 6th year as a breast cancer survivor, I invited other incredible women to share their personal stories—and today, you'll meet o...
#8 Five Facts You Need to Know About Ketogenic Diets for Breast Cancer Recovery
24 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The ketogenic diet may be best known for weight loss, but its therapeutic roots run deep—and its potential benefits for breast cancer survivors are ...
#7 Weight Management After Breast Cancer Treatment
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you've gained weight during or after breast cancer treatment and feel frustrated by the struggle to lose it—you're not alone. In this episode of ...
#6 Take What You Need
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you constantly searching outside yourself for the next health solution—another supplement, another plan, another expert opinion? What if the ans...
#5 Two Habits You Must Break to Create A Healthier Lifestyle
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
True wellness is so much more than diet and exercise—it's a rich, interconnected experience of how we think, feel, move, and nourish not only our bo...
#4 Joy in Food, Movement, and Life
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and spirited episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we celebrate the joy that lives within us—and the many ways we can acces...
#3 Interview with Erin Sommerville, Mind, Body Oncology Coach
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I sit down with the incredible Erin Sommerville—an internationally recognized educato...
#2 Train Your Brain to Think Healthier Thoughts
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Your thoughts have power—and when they start spiraling into fear or anxiety, they can impact your health just as much as your habits. But what if yo...
#1 Let Your Lifestyle be Your Medicine
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt first episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I share the story of how my own breast cancer journey became the turning point th...