Ever wonder what causes cancer? While genetics play a small role (5-10%), modern lifestyle factors significantly contribute to cancer, supporting the view that it is a metabolic disease. Key causes include processed foods, gut health issues, chronic infections, toxins, radiation, stress, and metabolic disorders. Poor diet, environmental toxins, and sedentary lifestyles increase acidity, inflammation, and oxidative stress, creating an environment for cancer to thrive. Conventional treatments focus on surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, but functional medicine emphasizes prevention through diet, detoxification, stress management, and lifestyle changes.

Glutathione, the body’s master detoxifier, plays a crucial role in eliminating toxins, boosting immune function, and promoting overall health. However, modern stressors like pollution, heavy metals, and synthetic chemicals deplete its levels, increasing the risk of chronic illness. While certain foods support glutathione production, supplementation is often necessary, especially for those with autoimmune conditions or toxin exposure. Supporting your glutathione levels can enhance detox pathways, reduce oxidative stress, and improve energy and immunity—making it a key component of a healthy lifestyle.

Toxins and autoimmunity have a close connection. Learn how they are tied and how a sauna detox can reduce your body's toxin burden.

Cryotherapy, or "cold therapy," can be a powerful tool for recovery and health optimization. It is a treatment that uses extreme cold to promote recovery, reduce inflammation, and support overall wellness. Athletes and individuals with autoimmune conditions have embraced the benefits of cryotherapy, including improved circulation, pain relief, and metabolism support. Though whole-body cryotherapy is the most intense form, more accessible methods like cold showers and ice baths offer similar advantages. 

Festive music, beautiful decorations, and family gatherings… oh how I love the holiday season. I really enjoy the Christmas parties, getting together with family and friends for Thanksgiving, and of course the Black Friday shopping for gifts. It’s a great way to create memories with my husband, Xavier, and our daughter, Elle. While there’s a lot to enjoy, having stress-free holidays can be difficult for all of us, including me.