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What's the difference between eating a ketogenic diet and actually being in ketosis? You're adding avocado to every meal and swapping bread for lettuce wraps. You feel like you're doing everything right. But without actually testing your blood, you could be miles away from the metabolic state that triggers real healing in your body. Host Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Dorian Greenow, founder of Keto Mojo, to explain why numbers matter more than guesswork. Dorian shares his personal journey from being 47 pounds heavier and on antidepressants to transforming his health through a well-formulated ketogenic diet. He explains the science behind glucose-ketone tracking and why it's especially crucial for anyone healing from cancer or chronic illness. Chapters: 06:16 - Guidelines Flip the Pyramid 11:40 - Are You Actually in Ketosis 12:59 - The Glucose Ketone Index 14:53 - Why Tumors Light Up on Scans 16:17 - Glioblastoma Survival Doubles 22:51 - The Truth About GKI 1 27:05 - Prolonged Fasting Muscle Myth 41:16 - Statins, Cholesterol Controversy and the Oreo Test Dr. Katie and Dorian discuss the striking results from a glioblastoma study that doubled median survival using ketogenic therapy. They break down what therapeutic ketosis actually looks like and your oncologist may not be addressing critical information about metabolic health and cancer. You'll learn what your glucose and ketone numbers really mean, how to use them to optimize your healing, and why the new dietary guidelines finally recognize what holistic practitioners have known all along about metabolic disease. Listen and learn how to stop guessing and start measuring your way to better health. https://keto-mojo.com Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

Have you ever ever felt like one "small indulgence" spiraled into weeks of poor food choices? Dr. Katie Deming shares her own recent experience with sugar cravings over the holidays and how she used a three-day fast to reset her body and mind.  She opens up about her history with sugar addiction and why, for some people, sugar isn't just food but a switch that changes everything from cravings to decision-making to self-trust. Chapters: 05:00 - When sugar quietly takes control 06:25 - This wasn’t lack of discipline 08:00 - Why eating feels harder than fasting 09:30 - Fasting as a nervous system reset 11:20 - The first 24 hours and quieting the noise 12:55 - Cravings fall away and clarity returns 15:30 - Reading your body’s inflammation signals 20:55 - Structure over willpower for long term healing You'll hear why fasting can actually feel easier than eating when cravings are running the show, how a short fast quiets the "food noise" in your brain, and what Dr. Katie does to set herself up for success when she starts eating again.  She also breaks down the difference between structure and restriction, and shares simple tools for managing cravings when they pop back up. This is not about developing the willpower, but creating clarity and coming back into alignment with your body. Whether you're healing from cancer, managing inflammation, or just tired of feeling controlled by food, Dr. Katie offers a compassionate, medically-informed approach to resetting your relationship with eating. Her honesty about her own struggles makes this feel less like advice and more like a conversation with a trusted friend who actually gets it. Press play and learn how short fasts can help you reclaim authority over your body without shame, without drama, and with more ease than you might expect. Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the chaos you're experiencing right now isn't random, but part of a pattern you could learn to navigate with more peace and clarity? You're not imagining it. The world feels more unstable than it used to. Whether you're healing from illness, watching relationships shift, or simply trying to make sense of everything happening around you, there's a reason you feel unsteady.  Dr. Katie Deming shares why this particular time is so intense and what's actually happening beneath the surface of all this upheaval. But more importantly, she offers you something practical to work with. Chapters: 04:29 - Why Everything Feels Like It’s Falling Apart 06:30 - Using Frequency as Protection 11:29 - How to Let Emotions Move Without Overwhelming You 14:56 - The Brain Technique That Helps You Process Fear 18:30 - Why Suppressed Emotions Affect the Body 22:24 - Why the World Feels So Unstable Right Now 29:30 - Choosing Peace in the Middle of Chaos She reveals how your emotional state directly impacts your ability to heal, make good decisions, and protect yourself from the erratic energy around you. Dr. Katie walks you through specific tools you can use right now to process difficult emotions without pushing them down or being overwhelmed by them.  They're techniques she uses herself and teaches to her patients who are navigating some of the hardest moments of their lives. You'll discover why certain emotions keep you trapped in cycles of fear and anxiety, and how to shift into a frequency that actually serves your wellbeing.  Dr. Katie explains the science behind emotions, brain activation, and something most people have never considered: how planetary shifts and solar activity might be affecting your mood and behavior right now.  This isn't you pretending everything's fine when it's not, but learning to find your center when everything around you feels shaky. Stay until the end to understand why carrying your past forward is optional, and how letting Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the biggest obstacle to making good decisions about your health isn't a lack of information, but a nervous system in overdrive? When you're hit with a cancer diagnosis, your body goes into shock. Your mind starts racing with worst-case scenarios, and suddenly you're expected to make life-altering decisions about treatment while your system is anything but calm.  Host Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Dr. Manuela Kogon, an integrative internist specializing in psycho-oncology, to explore why understanding your activated nervous system might be more important than any medical test when you're navigating cancer. Dr. Kogon explains why the word "should" is actually a red flag that your nervous system needs attention, and shares practical tools you can use right now to calm your body so your mind can make clearer choices.  Chapters: 04:42 - When the Diagnosis Hijacks Your Mind 07:18 - Why Shock Destroys Clear Decision Making 13:12 - Calm the Body Before You Choose Anything 16:08 - The Should Trap That Worsens Healing 18:47 - Control, Fear, and False Certainty 22:31 - Quality vs Quantity of Life Choices 29:22 - Choosing the Right Medical Team 32:58 - When Loved Ones Make It Harder 37:41 - Protecting Your Energy While Healing Dr. Katie and Dr. Kogon explore the messy reality of competing needs, like choosing between quantity and quality of life, or dealing with loved ones who want you to make different treatment decisions.  If you've ever felt paralyzed by medical decisions or wondered why your brain won't stop spinning worst-case scenarios, this conversation offers a completely different approach.  Press play and learn how to make decisions from a place of calm instead of chaos. Connect with guest: https://www.whencancervisits.com/ Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if your smartphone phone could become your most powerful healing tool in 2026? Dr. Katie shares six healing apps she uses personally and recommends to her clients. Dr. Katie Deming firmly believes that illness is tied to emotions.  These apps are designed to help you uncover the emotional roots of physical symptoms, reprogram your subconscious mind, and support you through fasting and healing journeys.  From an app that connects physical pain to unresolved emotions to meditation tracks that have helped clients induce labor and reconnect with lost loved ones, these tools bring powerful healing modalities right to your fingertips. Chapters: 00:00:30 - Root Cause App - https://www.rootcause.my/ 00:04:45 - Connect the Mind - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/connect-the-mind/id6578415871 Dr. Katie's clients enjoy 25% off 💫 https://apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=offercodes&id=6578415871&code=WELCOME25OFFMON 00:09:00 - Harmony Hypnosis - https://harmonyhypnosis.com/ 00:12:20 - Think Up - https://thinkup.me/ 00:15:30 - Tracking Your Fasting Journey - https://www.zerofasting.com/ 00:17:00 - Bonus app for Understanding Your Human Design - https://neutrinodesign.app/ Listen  you're looking for practical ways to start fresh this year without a huge learning curve, Dr. Katie gives you concrete tools for sleep, pain relief, emotional healing, and understanding how you're uniquely designed to make decisions.  Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the universe has been leaving you breadcrumbs all along, and you've been too busy planning to notice them? Host, Dr. Katie Deming shares how she completely transformed her approach to life after her shared death experience and leaving Western medicine. Instead of forcing goals and pushing through obstacles, she now follows signs and synchronicities that appear in her daily life.  She explains the difference between these two concepts and why paying attention to them opens up possibilities you could never plan for yourself. Through personal stories that range from broken laptops to missing keys, she shows how even frustrating moments might be protecting you from something you can't see yet. The heart of the conversation centers on a remarkable story involving a Rolex watch, a midnight intuition, and a dating app Dr. Katie swore she'd never use. What unfolded demonstrates how following seemingly illogical guidance can lead to connections and openings that feel almost magical.  Chapters: 00:04:10 - Stop Forcing the Plan 00:07:02 - Closing a Cycle, Opening a New One 00:14:30 - Her Midnight Nudge 00:24:30 - When Life Delays You for a Reason 00:32:44 - Surrender to What Is, Then Follow the Signs Dr. Katie also gets vulnerable about recent losses in her business and personal life, revealing how she's learned to recognize when it's time to let go rather than get dragged through the gravel trying to hold on. Dr. Katie explains how this approach applies directly to healing, particularly when you're faced with a diagnosis that feels like it's derailing your plans. Listen and Learn how to understand why following signs requires patience, how to avoid getting attached to outcomes, and what happens when you trust that the magic ahead is better than anything you could orchestrate yourself. Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

When someone you love faces a serious health challenge, what gift could you possibly give them that actually supports their body's ability to heal? Dr. Katie Deming breaks down her go-to gifts for healing for 2025 and beyond. These aren't your typical wellness recommendations. She's sharing the specific tools she uses in her own healing practice and gives to loved ones facing health challenges.  Discover five accessible items that target the foundation of healing, from calming your nervous system in seconds to optimizing the water you drink every day. These are the things Dr. Katie reaches for first when someone needs real support. Dr. Katie explains exactly why each item matters, how it works in your body, and what makes it different from similar products on the market. She's also included her stretch list for those ready to make bigger investments in their healing. You'll walk away with practical knowledge you can use right away, plus insider recommendations on brands Dr. Katie trusts from personal experience. Listen and Learn what tools truly make a difference when you or someone you care about needs real healing support. Download the FREE Gift Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide EPISODES MENTIONED:  How Hydrogen Water Helps Prevent Chronic Illness with Dr. Paul Barattiero | EP 87: https://youtu.be/u-afvtWvXqY?si=uRgpIF7xWYhjCZhC Ańalemma Water: Boosting Energy, Focus, & Healing w/ Mario Branović - Earth Technologies CEO | EP 80: https://youtu.be/nsZd9iWS9lY?si=8d25PbWoL_fuGTlY The Science Behind Red Light Therapy and Healing w/ Bryant Meyers (Photobiomodulation) | EP 72: https://youtu.be/P4Dvcv2Xl8Y?si=c7MQ4ZG1HMG4gsLV PEMF and Healing Cancer: What You Need to Know with Energy Medicine Expert Bryant Meyers | EP 60 https://podlink.com/1585725298/episode/QnV6enNwcm Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if you're looking for healing in all the wrong places? After two years of guiding clients through integrative cancer care, Dr. Katie reflects on the most important lessons that completely transformed her practice.  She shares why the natural healing space feels so overwhelming and confusing, even for someone with decades of medical training. If you've ever felt paralyzed by conflicting advice or stuck choosing between conventional and natural approaches, you'll understand why this clarity matters. Dr. Katie opens up about a major pivot in her work and reveals how mitophagy and mitochondrial repair may help explain why people emerge from extended fasting as completely different versions of themselves Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Chapters: 06:30 - Give Yourself Permission to Pivot 07:31 - Fear Is the Real Fog 09:30 - Illness as a Wake Up Signal 13:30 - Stop Consuming Content Like Medicine 17:20 - Natural vs Conventional Is a False War 20:00 - The Emotional Patterns That Keep People Sick 25:30 - Mitochondria: The Missing Link in Chronic Illness 32:00 - Water Fasting as a System Reboot 37:53 - The Five Lessons That Changed Her Practice She explains why she increasingly believes most illness might actually be rooted in something many practitioners miss, and shares the one practice that addresses physical healing, emotional release, and spiritual alignment all at once.  You'll discover why healthy mitochondria may be a missing piece in many healing journeys. She challenges common assumptions about what creates lasting health changes. Whether you're managing a diagnosis, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking optimal wellness, Dr. Katie's insights about emotional patterns, cellular health, and the courage to pivot when something isn't working will shift how you approach your Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the very thing you think is impossible for your body is actually just one metabolic reset away? Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Jenny Davis, world-class judo athlete and elite track cyclist now navigating a stage 4 diagnosis. Jenny was doing everything right. She'd spent over a year mastering the metabolic approach with the discipline and precision of an elite athlete. Yet despite her discipline and conditioning, she struggled to get into ketosis. Then she completed a 30-day water fast with Dr. Katie, and something remarkable shifted.  Within 20 hours of fasting, her body enters the healing state that used to take days to reach. But the metabolic changes were just the beginning of what this experience unlocked. Chapters: 04:30 - Becoming a fat burning machine 07:20 - Letting go of genetic limits 10:15 - World class athlete to cancer patient 13:45 - Discovering the root causes 17:50 - When grief surfaces in silence 21:30 - The healing power of being seen 26:10 - Messages from ancestral trauma 31:40 - Surprising lab shifts after fasting 36:20 - Vision, smell, and senses rebooted 41:15 - Scars waking up to heal 46:30 - Turning a tumor into a teacher 52:10 - Meeting the authentic self again Jenny shares processing grief she thought she'd already released, receiving messages from ancestors through vivid dreams, and watching her body heal surgical scars that were years old.  Dr. Katie walks us through the science of what's happening during a prolonged fast. Plus, you'll hear how Jenny's relationship with her remaining lung nodule transformed from viewing it as a ticking time bomb to seeing it as something entirely different. Listen and Learn how metabolic flexibility, ancestral healing, and reconnecting with your authentic self might be the missing pieces in your own healing journey. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-davis-5562836b/ Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the right kind of water during a fast could supercharge your mitochondria and accelerate healing? Dr. Katie sits down with Dr. Petra Davelaar, a naturopathic doctor who's making waves in the world of metabolic health with her research on deuterium depleted water. If you've never heard of deuterium, you're not alone. This heavy isotope of hydrogen exists in every glass of water you drink, and when it builds up in your cells, it can throw off your mitochondrial function and create the perfect conditions for illness to take hold. Turns out, drinking regular water during a prolonged fast might actually be counterproductive because you're loading your system with deuterium at exactly the wrong time.  Chapters: 05:30 - When Your Mitochondria Hit The Brakes 07:17 - The Hidden Traffic System Around Every Cell 13:00 - Why Fat Fueled Diets Change Everything 16:21 - The Water That Supercharges Healing 24:24 - Clearing The Biggest Block To Recovery 33:37 - How Sunlight Turns On Your Energy Dr. Davelaar shares data from 32 years of clinical use showing that people who cycle deuterium depleted water alongside their treatment see their life expectancy increase by three to five times compared to standard care alone.  Listen and learn how this simple shift in the water you drink could change everything about how your body heals.   Connect with guest: https://drpetrad.com/ Buy Deuterium depleted water here: https://www.drinklitewater.com/ Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if cancer risk has far less to do with your weight than your insulin? Dr. Katie Deming sits down with Dr. Christy Kesslering, a fellow radiation oncologist who made the same unconventional leap out of Western medicine. Their conversation opens doors to understanding how metabolism influences cancer in ways most doctors never discuss with their patients. Dr. Kesslering reveals how her personal health struggles uncovered something most oncologists miss completely: insulin drives cancer growth far more than weight ever could.  Chapters: 05:32 - Emotional Roots of Cancer 07:12 - Why She Left Radiation Oncology 09:48 - Redefining Integrative vs Functional Medicine 12:55 - The Power of Nutrient-Dense Real Food 16:04 - The Most Revealing Cancer Biomarkers 21:48 - Ketogenic Diet During Treatment 26:35 - Steroids, Chemo, and Better Outcomes 30:52 - Fasting vs Fasting Mimicking Diet 36:22 - Radiation Protocols and Ketosis 40:05 - Carnivore vs Carnivore-ish 47:50 - Ketone Levels and Real-World Healing She brings years of real clinical experience counseling patients on metabolic approaches right alongside their radiation treatment. You'll discover the specific blood markers that show what's truly happening beneath the surface and why your regular lab work probably isn't telling you the whole story. They break down exactly how to use fasting strategically around chemotherapy and radiation. Dr. Kesslering also tackles the truth about carnivore diets, hidden plant toxins, and why those trendy "fasting mimicking" packages might be doing more harm than good. You'll want to stay until the end because Dr. Kesslering reveals why chasing the "perfect" ketosis numbers might actually be sabotaging your healing, and what matters far more than any measurement you'll find in research studies. Listen and learn what two radiation oncologists discovered when they stopped treating symptoms and started addressing the metabolic terrain where cancer actu Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the key to healing your body is trapped deep inside your nervous system? You've probably heard that changing your mindset can change your health. While there's truth to that, it's missing something crucial.  Dr. Katie sits down with Jakob Gričar, a trauma-informed coach and somatic expert, to explore why so many people spend years in therapy without real relief. He shares why  when you work with your nervous system and embrace the physical sensations you've been avoiding, you access healing that talk therapy alone misses. Chapters: 00:06:00 – Why basic tools still dysregulate you 00:08:11 – When your trauma runs the show 00:09:55 – What somatic work actually is 00:12:21 – Let your pain tell you its story 00:17:26 – Fasting as a portal for emotional healing 00:20:32 – Fall in love with your condition 00:29:30 – Why you should not heal alone 00:33:09 – How to feel sensations instead of thoughts 00:41:00 – The cost of ignoring your inner truth 00:44:09 – Four pillars of real healing in the body Jakob shares his own journey from chronic skin disease to complete healing, and reveals why being present with pain (rather than numbing it) might be your most powerful tool.  Whether you're dealing with cancer, chronic illness, or just feeling stuck in patterns you can't break, this conversation will offer you a fresh perspective. Dr. Katie and Jakob explore how everything from relationships to physical symptoms can trace back to nervous system dysregulation, and why creating calm in your body is the foundation for everything else. You'll hear simple techniques to regulate your nervous system, understand when you need professional support and discover why authenticity isn't just a buzzword but a biological necessity.  Listen and learn why denying what you know to be true about your life can literally make you sick, and what happens when you finally align with your authentic self. Connect with Guest:  https://ww Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the real healing from cancer isn't solely focused on making the tumor disappear, but transforming the person carrying it? When therapist Geneva Jacobs learned she had cancer, she remembered watching her mother go through chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries at the same age.  She knew she'd take a different path. That decision led her to a 29-day water fast that changed everything about who she is.  Dr. Katie Deming guides you through Geneva’s story of profound transformation, where morning energy replaced exhaustion, introversion shifted to connection, and paralyzing fear dissolved into peace. Chapters: 02:08 – Why she refused chemo after her diagnosis 04:15 – From night owl to morning person overnight 07:26 – Fear drops away and calm returns 11:40 – The refeeding epiphany hits hard 14:58 – The hawk appears at the perfect moment 20:24 – Why connection during fasting changes everything 28:43 – Dropping below the waves of emotion 33:47 – Her tumor stayed and she's grateful for it 35:20 – Mitophagy, what fasting really does 44:30 – Integration matters more than the fast itself You'll hear how Geneva's fast brought unexpected changes she never saw coming like experiencing a spiritual awakening that revealed the perfection in her journey.  Discover why Geneva calls it the most powerful healing experience of her life.  Dr. Katie explains why these shifts matter just as much as what happens to the tumor, diving into the science of mitochondrial healing and why fixing your cellular energy might be the key to everything. This conversation challenges everything you think you know about successful cancer treatment.  If you've ever felt confused about what "healing" really means, or worried that you're not doing enough, this conversation offers a completely different lens for understanding your journey. Listen and learn why the most profound healing often happens in ways you can't see on a scan, and how giving your body a c Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if the cancer treatment that works best is the one pharmaceutical companies can't profit from?  What if one of the cancer treatments that works best is the one the pharmaceutical companies can't profit from?! Dr. Katie sits down again with Professor Thomas Seyfried to explore why the medical system resists alternative approaches to a disease that claims over 1,700 lives daily in the U.S., and what's actually driving cancer at the cellular level. They reveal a specific therapeutic strategy that targets both fuels cancer cells depend on to survive. Dr. Seyfried explains how cancer isn't the genetic lottery you've been led to believe, it's a metabolic condition with a metabolic solution.  You'll learn why your body's normal cells thrive on completely different fuel than cancer cells do, and how a compound called DON (a glutamine antagonist) combined with therapeutic ketosis creates conditions where healthy cells flourish while cancer cells can't survive.  Chapters: 00:13:25 – Starving the Tumor 00:16:22 – The Banned Cancer Drug 00:21:03 – Beyond the Keto Diet 00:32:00 – Why Healing Threatens the ‘System’ 00:37:15 – The Genetic Myth Dr. Katie and Dr. Seyfried discuss the practical challenges patients face when trying to find providers who understand this science, why measuring your glucose-ketone index matters more than following any specific meal plan. Dr. Seyfried's research team is seeing remarkable outcomes in advanced cases that conventional medicine has given up on, and he shares exactly what that approach looks like. Listen and learn why the paradigm shift in cancer management isn't just coming, it's already here, waiting for the rest of the world to catch up. Dr. Seyfried: https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/morrissey/departments/biology/people/faculty-directory/thomas-seyfried.html Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System:  https://springaqua.info/drkatie Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...

What if pleasure could be your most powerful healing tool? Imagine a healing journey that doesn't feel like a grueling marathon, but a gentle, sensory-rich exploration of wellness. Dr. Katie Deming sits down again with Faith Laux, a somatic sex and relationship coach who knows the transformative power of pleasure, especially when facing serious health challenges. Faith shares her profound personal journey after being diagnosed with stage four colon cancer, revealing how embracing pleasure became her unexpected source of resilience and reconnection to life.  Chapters: 10:18 - Finding Presence Through the Five Senses 15:32 - Creating Safety for Honest Conversations 36:16 - How to Discover What You Truly Want 41:53 - The Five Erotic Blueprints Explained 52:45 - The Garden Metaphor for Lasting Intimacy Her story illustrates creating vibrant, meaningful experiences while navigating profound health challenges. You'll learn practical ways to invite more pleasure into your healing journey, whether you're managing a health condition or simply seeking greater well-being.  Stay until the end to hear Faith's transformative "garden metaphor" that will reframe how you think about personal growth and healing. Watch, listen and gain a fresh perspective on healing that focuses on your entire human experience: body, mind, and spirit. Connect with Faith: https://www.faithlaux.com/ Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Download the FREE Healing Tools Guide: https://bit.ly/drkatie-giftguide MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with friends & family Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: 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 ...