The CancerImagine your body as a well-organized society, where each cell plays a specific role. Cancer disrupts this harmony, as a group of cells goes rogue, breaking the rules of normal growth and function. These renegade cells multiply uncontrollably, forming tumors… Read More Paradox: A Modern Epidemic with Ancient Roots

Technology has rapidly advanced, leaving our biologyBiology is the study of life! It’s the science that looks at all living things, from tiny bacteria to giant whales, and tries to figure out how they work, how they’re related, and how they change over time. Think of… Read More struggling to keep up. This profound imbalance lies at the heart of cancer’s alarming rise. In today’s world, we’re inundated with an abundance of engineered and genetically modified foods, overloading our bodies with energy we can’t use. The result? A modern epidemic of chronicChronic simply means “happening over a long period of time” or “of long duration.” Imagine a situation that keeps going on and on, unlike something short-lived. • Other Names: You might not encounter many other terms for chronic in everyday… Read More disease, including cancer.

But there’s hope. Professor Thomas Seyfried, a renowned expert in cancer metabolismImagine your body as a bustling factory. In this factory, “metabolize” is the process of taking raw materials (like food) and transforming them into usable products (like energy). It’s the complex network of chemical reactions that sustains living things, ensuring… Read More, reveals the groundbreaking truth about this disease and provides us with the tools we need to fight back.

About Professor Thomas Seyfried:

Dr. SeyfriedA Boston College professor specializing in cancer biology and metabolic theory, participated in a groundbreaking study. Read More holds a PhImagine pH as a seesaw, a balancing act between acidity and alkalinity (also known as basicity). Every liquid, from the water you drink to the fluids in your body, has a pH level. This level measures the concentration of hydrogen… Read More.D. in Genetics and Biochemistry and is a respected professor at Boston College. With numerous awards, a prolific publication record, and his influential book “Cancer as a Metabolic Disease,” he challenges conventional cancer theories and offers a new paradigm for treatment and prevention.

Video Outline

00:02 Cancer rates are increasing exponentially.

• The rates of cancer have escalated over the years, with the likelihood of getting cancer now at one in two lifetimes.
• Despite the increasing rates, traditional methods of treating and preventing cancer have not been significantly altered, highlighting the need for a change in approach.
• Professor Thomas Seyfried has utilized a press pulse strategic therapeutic protocol to treat cancer, offering a different approach to conventional treatments.

02:07 Our biology has been shaped by hunter-gatherer experiences and is outpaced by modern technology

• We have evolved over millions of years as hunter-gatherers, needing a lot of energy for survival and movement.
• Cancer was rare in ancestral tribes and populations, but has since seen an explosion due to environmental changes and modern lifestyles.

06:59 Diet high in processed carbs leads to increased cancer and heart disease rates

• Diet high in processed carbs with minimal nutritional value contributes to rising cancer and heart disease rates.
• Advancing technology may prolong life but not necessarily improve overall health outcomes.

09:08 Cancer is a metabolic disease, not genetic

• Current cancer treatments are based on the flawed theory that cancer is a genetic disease, leading to ineffective therapiesTherapy is a broad term encompassing various treatment approaches aimed at improving health and well-being. It’s like a toolkit with various tools designed to address specific ailments and promote healing. While often associated with mental health, therapy extends far beyond… Read More like immunotherapiesHarnessing the Immune System’s Power: A Deep Dive into Immunotherapy Imagine your immune system as a well-trained army, constantly patrolling your body for invaders like viruses, bacteria, and even rogue cells that could develop into cancer. Immunotherapy is like giving… Read More and precision medicineMedicine is the field of science and practice that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of disease. Think of it like this: • Your body is a complex machine. • Medicine is like a toolbox, and knowledge is… Read More.
• Cancer should be treated as a mitochondrialImagine tiny power plants inside your cells, constantly working to keep you energized. That’s exactly what mitochondria are! These sausage-shaped organelles are the champions of cellular respiration, the process that generates most of the energy your body needs to function…. Read More metabolic disease, focusing on energy production through fermentation“Ferment” describes a process where microorganisms like bacteria, yeast, or mold break down organic substances (often carbohydrates) in the absence of oxygen. This breakdown creates a variety of products, including acids, gases (like the bubbles you see in some fermented… Read More pathways of glucoseImagine glucose as the tiny batteries powering every cell in your body. It’s a simple sugar, the primary energy source for your brain, muscles, and all your organs. Whether you’re sprinting, thinking, or even just breathing, glucose is the fuel… Read More and glutamineGlutamine is the most abundant amino acid in your body, meaning it’s a crucial component of the proteins that make up your muscles, tissues, and organs. But glutamine’s role goes beyond just being a building block. It’s also a versatile… Read More rather than genetic mutations.

13:22 Cancer is a metabolic disease, not genetic

• Cancer treatment should focus on targeting the mitochondria at the center of the problem.
• Educating on exercise, good food, and metabolic understanding can significantly reduce death rates.

15:15 The need for a new generation of thinkers and doctors to change the paradigm in cancer treatment.

• The current understanding of cancer needs to evolve with fresh perspectives to make impactful changes.
• Waiting for the old guard to pass on with a misguided view delays necessary progress in battling cancer.

18:58 Impact of anti-smoking campaigns on reducing cancer rates

• Anti-smoking campaigns initiated in the early 1990s led to a 30% reduction in cancer rates, as per the American Cancer Society.
• Prevention through education is crucial, with obesityObesity is a medical condition where someone has excessive body fat that can negatively affect their health. It’s not just about weight, but also about the amount of fat that accumulates in the body, especially around the belly. Etymology: The… Read More now emerging as a major risk factor for cancer due to its links with various health conditions.

21:08 Maintaining mitochondrial health can reduce cancer risk.

• The Ketone index calculator is a biomarker to maintain health.
• Nutritional ketosisUnlocking the Secrets of Nutritional Ketosis: A Comprehensive Guide Imagine your body as a hybrid car, capable of running on two distinct fuel sources: gasoline (carbohydrates) and electricity (fat). Nutritional ketosis is like switching your body’s engine from gasoline to… Read More through diet and exercise can enhance mitochondrial bioenergetic capacity.

25:06 Our physiology is in conflict with our daily lives due to the availability of readily available carbohydratesCarbohydrates, often called carbs for short, are organic molecules that your body uses for energy. They’re one type of fuel the body can use for energy. Carbohydrates are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, hence the name “carbohydrate”… Read More.

• Evolution has wired us to desire carbohydrates for energy storage and reproduction.
• In modern times, the abundance of readily available carbohydrates creates a conflict with our physiology, leading to health problems.

26:58 Glutamine is essential for gutYour intestines are a long, muscular tube that’s a key part of your digestive system. They’re like a superhighway for food! After you eat, food travels from your stomach down into your intestines, where the magic of digestion happens. The… Read More health and immune systemYour immune system is like your body’s own personal security force, constantly on guard against invaders like germs (bacteria, viruses, etc.). It’s a complex network of organs, cells, and proteins that work together to protect you from getting sick. But… Read More.

• Glutamine is the most abundant amino acidAmino acids are the tiny building blocks that make up proteins, which are essential for almost every process in your body. Think of them like Legos – different combinations of these small pieces can create all sorts of structures, from… Read More in our body, crucial for gut and immune function.
• In cancer cellsCells are the basic building blocks of all living things. Think of them like tiny rooms that make up a much larger house—your body! Examples of cells: • Animal cells: These make up animals like you, cats, and birds. • Plant… Read More, glutamine serves as a fermentable fuel for energy production without oxygen.

30:56 Cancer can be addressed by restricting glucose and glutamine intake and transitioning to nutritional ketosisA Deep Dive into the Metabolic State Transforming Health and Wellness Imagine your body as a hybrid car, capable of running on two distinct fuel sources: gasoline (carbohydrates) and electricity (fat). Ketosis is like switching your body’s engine from gasoline… Read More.

• Therapeutic modality of cancer should involve restricting glucose and glutamine intake to put pressure on inflammationInflammation is your body’s natural response to injury or infection. Imagine it like a fire alarm going off in your body, sending out signals to fight off invaders and heal damaged tissues. • Other Names: You might not hear many other… Read More and signaling pathways in cancer cells.
• Focus should be on killing tumorA tumor is a lump or abnormal mass of tissue that grows in the body. It’s like a bump that shouldn’t be there. While some tumors are harmless, others can be serious and even life-threatening. Here’s a breakdown to help… Read More cells to make the body healthy instead of studying gene mutations and signaling pathways.

32:41 Balanced diet and occasional metabolic shift can help maintain healthy mitochondria

• Education on nutritional ketosis can help people make informed dietary choices and understand metabolic effects
• Occasional metabolic shifts can help purge the body of incipient tumor cells and maintain healthy mitochondria

36:10 Enhancing mitochondrial vitality is the key to preventing disease.

• Mitochondrial efficiency and toxin impact on electron transport chain.
• Importance of bioenergetics and oxidative phosphorylationOxidative Phosphorylation: The Body’s Power Plant Energizing Life: Understanding Oxidative Phosphorylation (OXPHOS) Have you ever wondered how your body transforms the food you eat into the energy you need to move, think, and simply exist? It’s a complex process, but… Read More in preventing disease.

37:55 Elevation of Ketone bodiesKetones, organic compounds produced by the liver, are the unsung heroes of energy metabolism, stepping in when glucose, the body’s primary fuel, becomes scarce. Think of them as a reserve power generator, kicking into gear when the main power supply… Read More in nutritional ketosis leads to improved physiological health.

• Ketone bodies in normal levels make mitochondria super healthy and promote fatFat, a macronutrient essential for life, has been both revered and vilified throughout history. It’s a source of energy, a protector of organs, and a carrier of essential vitamins. Yet, it’s also associated with obesity, heart disease, and other health… Read More mobilization.
• Transitioning from glucose to ketones can lead to improved health in muscles, heart, and brain.

41:49 Tumor cells can be utilized as fuel by the body for functioning cells.

• Dr. Seyfried discusses the concept of using tumor cells as fuel for healthy cells.
• Press pulse therapeutic program aims to exploit vulnerabilities of tumor cells to transitioning body to a healthier state.

43:48 Targeting glucose and glutamine simultaneously for cancer treatment

• Chronic stress and an external event led to the concept of targeting both glucose and glutamine to exterminate cancer cells
• This approach aims to gradually eliminate tumor cells while minimizing harm to healthy cells, contrasting with current genetic-based cancer treatments

47:35 Metabolic therapyImagine your body is a complex machine, with metabolism as its engine, transforming food into energy. Metabolic therapy is a revolutionary approach to health and disease management that fine-tunes this engine, optimizing its function for optimal well-being. It’s like a… Read More requires individualized treatment for each cancer patient.

• Each person is their own control in metabolic therapy, transitioning from unhealth to health.
• Therapy must be adjusted individually based on age, gender, and stage of life.

49:19 Metabolic therapy enhances overall survival in cancer patients.

• Combining metabolic therapy with standard of careKey Sections to Include:Understanding Standards of Care: Your Guide to Safe and Effective Healthcare Imagine embarking on a road trip without a map or GPS. You’d likely get lost, make wrong turns, and potentially encounter dangerous situations. In the realm… Read More can increase survival from 15 to 20 months.
• Investigations into metabolic therapy alone are hindered by current treatment protocols driven by revenue motives.

52:51 Metabolic therapy can effectively manage cancer with minimal toxicity“Toxic” means something that’s poisonous or really harmful. It’s like something bad that can make you sick or even hurt you. Where did the word come from? A long, long time ago, people who used bows and arrows would put… Read More.

• Targeting two fuels together in nutritional ketosis can shut down cancer cells without harming the body.
• Various drugs and parasite medications targeting glucose and glutamine in low doses can help manage cancer with minimal toxicity.

54:36 Metabolic therapy shows promise in managing stage four cancer patients.

• Patients using metabolic therapy are living longer than their prognosis without traditional drugs.
• There is potential to improve the management of cancer with the use of metabolic therapy and compounding pharmacist-developed drugs.

57:58 Challenging the existing dogma in cancer treatment

• Discussing the limitations of current cancer treatments and the influence of profit-driven motives in drug development.
• Advocating for more effective and affordable therapies to improve patient outcomes.

59:33 Metabolic therapy shows promising results in treating cancer

• Patients undergoing metabolic therapy experienced significant improvement in their health, including weight loss, reversal of chronic conditions, and a youthful appearance
• There are challenges to changing the traditional medical dogma and financial pressures in the healthcare system

1:02:52 Personalized cancer management through metabolic approaches.

• Clinical studies at Boston College lead to the discovery and sharing of improved procedures to degrade tumors without toxicity.
• The future of cancer management lies in transcending borders and working within the spheres of biology, regardless of individual backgrounds.

1:04:29 Research funding and philanthropy are driving the shift in cancer treatment.

• Research has been limited by shoestring budgets, unlike big industries with massive funding.
• Increased research funding will lead to testing improvements and a new era of academic research.