In the dynamic field of cancer treatment, a paradigm shift is underway, challenging conventional approaches and introducing innovative strategies rooted in metabolic science. Traditionally perceived solely through a genetic lens, the complexity of cancer extends beyond our genetic makeup. Modern research is revealing complex connections between cancer development and modern lifestyle factors, underscoring its nature as a metabolic disease (1). This understanding lays the groundwork for new therapeutic interventions that focus on disrupting the metabolic pathways that fuel cancer growth.
At the forefront of these new approaches is Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction (TCR). TCR-mediated targeting of cancer involves a perturbation of the metabolic milieu that focuses on the precision that sustains tumor growth (2). Increasingly recognized as a powerful adjunct to conventional therapies, this differentiated strategy minimizes collateral damage to healthy cells, enhancing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects.
Along with TCR, fasting has emerged as a complementary strategy in holistic cancer management. Fasting induces metabolic changes, such as increased autophagy and ketogenesis, creating an environment hostile to cancer cells while promoting the resilience of healthy cells (3). This dual approach exploits the metabolic vulnerabilities of cancer cells, enhancing the effectiveness of traditional therapies.
It is in light of this modern research that the basis of our newest elective was developed. We are pleased to announce our latest training, Cancer: A Metabolic Disease. An online training focused on understanding the mechanisms behind cancer as a modern and metabolic disease, while providing tools and strategies on how to implement Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction (TCR) and fasting to treat cancer. This training will provide students with the skills they need to understand, manage and treat their cancer patients holistically. Now open for registrations with a 20% off early bird discount. This discount is valid until the release date of February 28, 2024.
The training program is presented by national and international medical and allied health care experts in the field of cancer research. Through delving into the mechanisms that govern cancer, the application of TCR and fasting in cancer therapy, practitioners will be equipped with the tools needed to holistically manage cancer patients. Through faculty guidance and expertise, students will gain a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in implementing and optimizing this approach, paving the way for improved health outcomes and a transformative understanding of the role carbohydrates play in our overall well-being .
As we look toward the future of cancer therapy, the integration of TCR and fasting marks a promising frontier. The upcoming online education not only marks a milestone in education, but also represents a collective step toward a holistic approach to cancer care. By equipping healthcare professionals with knowledge and tools, we move closer to a paradigm where cancer is not simply treated, but understood and treated in a comprehensive, patient-centered way.
Subjects and teachers,
- Prof. Tim Noakes, Emeritus Professor and Author – Cancer as a Modern Disease
- Dominic D’Agostino, PhD, Researcher and Professor – Cancer Management Using Press-Pulse Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy
- Nasha Winters, Naturopathic Doctor (ND) & Author – Holistic Therapies, Remedies and Supplements to Complement a Ketogenic Diet for Cancer Management
- Dr. Nasha Winters, Naturopathic Doctor (ND) & Author – Testing to treat
- Nasha Winters, Naturopathic Doctor (ND) & Author – Fasting for Cancer: Assessment and troubleshooting
- Nasha Winters, Naturopathic Doctor (ND) & Author – Cancer: A Comprehensive Approach or Preventing Malignancies in At-Risk Patients, Exercise, Sleep, Stress, Environmental Exposures You Need to Know, and Cancer
- Martha Tettenborn, Registered Dietitian – Fasting and Chemotherapy
- Janet Ottersberg, Occupational Therapist, Life Coach – Coaching and Cancer
- Lesley Chorn, Registered Counseling Psychologist – Psychology and physical therapy – Unraveling the thoughts/feelings/emotions beneath cancer
- Miriam Kalamanian – Interview: Application of modifiable ketogenic diets in cancer
An online course specifically designed for health professionals in all disciplines, including doctors, nurses, dietitians, nutritionists and other allied health professionals.
Open for early bird registration with a 20% discount. This discount is valid until the release date of February 29, 2024.
Reference list:
- Seyfried, TN, & Shelton, LM (2010). Cancer as a metabolic disease. Nutrition & Metabolism, 7(1), 7.
- Fine, EJ, Segal-Isaacson, CJ, Feinman, RD, Herszkopf, S., Romano, MC, Tomuta, N., … Sparano, JA (2012). Targeting insulin inhibition as a metabolic therapy in advanced cancer: A pilot nutritional safety and feasibility trial in 10 patients. Nutrition, 28(10), 1028-1035.
- Longo, VD, & Panda, S. (2016). Fasting, circadian rhythms and time-restricted feeding in a healthy lifespan. Cell Metabolism, 23(6), 1048-1059.
