Mayo Clinic Cancer Doctor: 5 Foods That Heal the Body, Starve Cancer, & Prevent Disease

In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a double board-certified physician from the Mayo Clinic, about how to heal the body, starve cancer, and prevent disease through lifestyle changes, particularly diet. Dr. Mussallem, a cancer survivor and heart transplant recipient, shares her personal experiences and medical expertise, emphasizing the importance of exercise, healthy foods, acceptance, and a positive attitude in fighting disease. The discussion covers specific cancer-fighting foods like frozen berries, purple sweet potatoes, cruciferous vegetables, beans, and edamame, as well as foods to avoid, such as ultra-processed foods and processed meats. Dr. Mussallem stresses the significance of metabolic health, sleep, and the power of love and purpose in improving health outcomes, even after a cancer diagnosis. She also shares her personal story of resilience after cancer, the loss of her husband, and heart failure, advocating for organ donation and encouraging listeners to embrace their aliveness.