Episode 12: Using Cancer’s Resistance to Defeat Itself
How are scientists using cancer’s resistance to fight it? Penn State researchers have developed a Trojan horse strategy, engineering cancer cells to self-destruct and kill nearby tumors. This breakthrough could revolutionize cancer treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 11: Can Aspirin Improve Current Cancer Therapies?
How can common drugs like aspirin improve cancer treatment? New research shows that anti-inflammatory drugs can clear cancer’s “smoke screen,” making immunotherapy more effective. Clinical trials are underway to test this exciting breakthrough. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 9: Exercise Betters Us at a Molecular Level
How powerful is exercise for your health? New research shows exercise transforms your body at the molecular level, reducing cancer and heart disease risk by 50% or more. Just 30-45 minutes of moderate activity can add years to your life. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 10: Does China Lead in Cancer Research?
How is global collaboration changing cancer research? A new partnership between Eastern and Western medicine combines AI, traditional Chinese medicine, and cutting-edge science to improve cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 8: Improving Anyone’s Health Through Simple Diet Additions
How does your diet affect your gut microbiome and cancer risk? A new study shows that plant-rich diets, like vegan and vegetarian diets, promote beneficial gut bacteria linked to better health and lower cancer risk. Even omnivores can improve their gut health by eating more plant-based foods. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 7: New Insights Into Mitochondria in Cancer and Aging
How do mitochondria help cancer cells survive under stress? New research reveals that mitochondria split into two specialized groups—one producing energy and the other supporting cell growth. This adaptation, seen in pancreatic cancer cells, could lead to breakthroughs in cancer treatment and aging research. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 6: How Inflammation Leads to Cancer
Can gut inflammation really lead to cancer? New research uncovers a genetic link and a potential treatment, offering hope for millions with IBD. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 5: Fiber May Help Overcome Cancer
Did you know that a high-fiber diet may be one of the most powerful tools we have in preventing cancer? Recent groundbreaking research has uncovered an unexpected mechanism linking dietary fiber, gut bacteria, and cancer prevention. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 4: Exercise Betters Us at a Molecular Level
We’ve always known exercise is important, but recent groundbreaking research is revealing just how transformative it truly is. Dr. Euan Ashley from Stanford University calls exercise the "single most potent medical invention ever known," and the science backs it up. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 3: BHB May Enhance CAR-T Therapy
Can a ketogenic diet or its key metabolite, beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), revolutionize the effectiveness of CAR-T cell therapy? Researchers at Penn Medicine have uncovered a promising new way to boost the success of this cutting-edge cancer immunotherapy. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 2: Converting Cancer Cells Back to Healthy Cells
Imagine a world where cancer cells don’t need to be destroyed—but can be reprogrammed into healthy, normal cells. Revolutionary research from Korean scientists at KIST has uncovered a groundbreaking cancer treatment approach focused on cellular reprogramming rather than traditional methods of cell destruction. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.
Episode 1: Diet Affects DNA and Can Lead to Cancer
Can your diet impact your cancer risk as much as smoking? Recent cancer research from UC San Diego shows that poor dietary choices can significantly increase the risk of liver cancer and potentially other types of cancer. Listen to our full episode debriefing this research here.