Episode Summary

Dr. Kaycie Grigel is a naturopathic doctor and breast cancer survivor who has dedicated her career to helping women heal faster and thrive after a diagnosis and treatment. She’s been working with patients since 1999, and has created programs and an online community to support a woman’s mind and body as she heals. Her vision is to transform cancer care so treatment isn’t over until women feel healthy and vibrant again. 

Key Takeaways To Tune In For

• [1:10] Why Dr. Grigel chose to dedicate her time to this topic
• [2:20] Dr. Grigel diagnosed with cancer
• [2:54] Hormone changes during cancer treatment
• [4:37] Physiological and emotional impacts of treatment 
• [6:16]What to do about those changes
• [7:57]Neutrients used to help with impacts
• [8:53] Soy and breast cancer
• [10:08] Vitamin D and breast cancer
• [11:17] Osteoporosis in cancer survivors
• [12:51] Helping survivors with the mindset
• [15:35] Moments of clarity during treatment
• [17:01] What does your self-care look like 
• [18:30] Dr. Grigel’s take on dairy in relation to breast cancer
• [20:47] The act of intentional eating
• [22:41] Anxiety and a diagnosis
• [24:29] Finding an authentic life
• [25:30] Creating an online community
• [28:53] What it all comes down to

Resources talked about in this episode

• Website
  www.thriving-survivors.com
• Social media handles

Instagram and Facebook: @BreastThrivers