Renegade Remission: Holistic Healing and Nutrition for Chronic and Terminal Illness, Cancer, ALS, MS, Dementia, Heart Disease

45. Why Doctors Get Prognosis Wrong and What Unexpected Survivors Teach Us About What’s Possible | Hope for Cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, Heart Disease

What if the timeline you were given isn’t a prediction of your future but simply a rough guess based on other people’s outcomes? In this powerful episode of Renegade Remission, we explore why medical prognoses so often miss the mark, not because doctors are careless, but because human biology is far more adaptive and unpredictable than survival statistics can capture. You’ll learn how prognoses are actually created, why they fail so frequently across cancer, neurodegenerative disease, heart failure, and chronic illness, and what science reveals about the people who outlive even the most sobering predictions. Through a documented case of unexpected survival and clear explanations of immune function, stress physiology, epigenetics, and functional status, this episode reframes prognosis as information, not fate. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. Why prognoses are based on population averages — not individual biology 2. How often doctors get life expectancy wrong (and why that matters for you) 3. The biological factors that allow some people to far outlive expectations 4. Why function, resilience, and internal environment matter more than a single diagnosis 5. How the immune system, nervous system, microbiome, and gene expression can shift over time 6. Simple ways to support the same internal pathways seen in people who become medical “surprises” This episode isn’t about denying reality, it’s about understanding it more fully. Listen now to release the weight of a timeline that may not belong to you, and to reconnect with the truth that biology is dynamic, adaptable, and full of possibility. Whether you’re facing cancer, a neurodegenerative disease, heart disease, or another serious diagnosis, this episode offers clarity, grounding, and a renewed sense of what may still be possible. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind-body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer — offering hope and insight for those seeking resilience and renewal.

44. Can the Body Heal Without Treatment? What Real Spontaneous Remissions Reveal About Your Own Healing Potential | Hope for Cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, Heart Disease

What if the body is capable of healing in ways medicine doesn’t fully understand, even after a terminal or “incurable” diagnosis? In this eye-opening episode of Renegade Remission, we explore one of the most misunderstood — and hopeful — phenomena in medicine: spontaneous remission. Contrary to what most patients are told, spontaneous remission is not myth, magic, or wishful thinking. It is medically documented across cancer, autoimmune disease, neurological conditions, cardiovascular illness, and more, often in cases where recovery was never expected. Through real, peer-reviewed case studies and decades of research, this episode reveals how the immune system, nervous system, inflammation, stress biology, and gene expression can sometimes shift in ways that allow healing to unfold unexpectedly. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. What spontaneous remission actually is — and what it is not 2. A documented case where aggressive cancer began shrinking before treatment started 3. Why the immune system can sometimes “wake up” and recognize disease again 4. How inflammation, stress hormones, and emotional shifts influence healing biology 5. Why genes are not fixed — and how healing pathways can turn back on 6. What spontaneous remission teaches us about possibility, not pressure This episode isn’t about false promises or magical thinking — it’s about understanding how dynamic, adaptive, and surprising the human body truly is. Listen now to explore real cases of spontaneous healing and learn how to support the same biological pathways that appear again and again in remission stories. This episode will expand what you believe is possible — and help you take grounded, empowering steps toward healing today. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

43. The 7 Patterns Shared by People Who Beat Terminal Diagnoses | Hope for Cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, Heart Disease

What if people who beat terminal diagnoses aren’t lucky outliers, but individuals who tapped into the same repeatable healing patterns? In this powerful episode of Renegade Remission, we explore seven consistent patterns that appear again and again in people who defied terminal or “incurable” diagnoses — across cancer, autoimmune disease, neurological conditions, heart disease, and more. These patterns come from peer-reviewed spontaneous remission literature, functional medicine case databases, oncology survivorship research, and thousands of documented recovery stories. Despite wildly different diagnoses and treatment paths, the same biological, emotional, and lifestyle themes keep showing up. This episode reframes healing not as a miracle reserved for a few — but as a set of human patterns that create an internal environment where healing becomes more biologically possible. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. The seven most common patterns shared by people who outlived terminal prognoses 2. Why reducing inflammation, stress, and toxic burden matters more than perfection 3. How the immune and nervous systems respond to safety, connection, and purpose 4. Why emotional shifts, trauma resolution, and meaning change biology — not just mindset 5. How community, support, and integrative approaches consistently improve outcomes 6. Why healing works best as an ecosystem, not a single protocol You’ll also learn why these patterns are not a checklist — and how small, imperfect steps can still shift your biology toward resilience. Listen now to discover the seven healing patterns shared by people who defied terminal diagnoses — and learn how to begin aligning your body, nervous system, and immune system with those same pathways today. This episode offers grounded hope, scientific context, and practical steps you can start without overwhelm. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

42. Do People Ever Heal From “Incurable” Illnesses? What 3,500+ Documented Remissions Reveal

If you’ve ever asked, ‘Has anyone actually healed from something like my diagnosis?’ — this episode is for you. In this episode of Renegade Remission, we step away from averages and statistics and look directly at the evidence. You’ll explore medically verified cases of unexpected recovery across cancer, autoimmune disease, neurological illness, and more, and what peer-reviewed science reveals about why they happen. From documented spontaneous regression to emerging research on the immune system, nervous system, and gene expression, this episode reframes what healing actually means when medicine says the odds are fixed. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. Why spontaneous remission is rare, but still very real and medically documented 2. How prognosis is based on population averages, not individual biology 3. What research reveals about immune re-engagement, inflammation, and healing states 4. How the nervous system directly influences immune and inflammatory responses 5. Why lifestyle, stress regulation, and perception can shift biological outcomes This episode isn’t about denying reality, it’s about expanding it. Listen now to understand what the science of outliers reveals about healing — and how small, practical shifts can help align your body with the same biological pathways seen in unexpected recovery. This episode offers grounded hope, clarity, and a reminder that your diagnosis does not define your full potential. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind-body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

41. What This Family Did Differently After a Terminal Diagnosis — And Why It Matters for YOUR Healing Journey | Hope for Cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, Heart Disease

What if a diagnosis — even a terminal one — wasn’t the end of your options, but the beginning of a more intentional healing journey? In this powerful episode of Renegade Remission, I sit down with Ryan Sternagel, founder of The Stern Method, to explore how his family navigated a life-threatening diagnosis, and why the principles they discovered apply far beyond cancer. While Ryan’s story centers on his son Ryder’s stage IV cancer diagnosis, the lessons that emerged are universal: how to advocate for yourself, integrate multiple healing modalities, listen to intuition, nourish the body deeply, and create an environment where healing becomes possible, regardless of the diagnosis. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. Why second opinions, self-advocacy, and curiosity matter in any serious illness 2. How nutrition, routine, and organization can support the body across chronic and terminal conditions 3. The role of mindset, belief, and emotional safety in healing outcomes 4. Why intuition is critical in navigating complex illness 5. How nature, community, and family support regulate the nervous system and immune response 6. How integrative healing principles can be adapted to your unique diagnosis and circumstances Whether you’re facing cancer, ALS, MS, dementia, heart disease, autoimmune illness, or another life-altering diagnosis, this episode offers transferable tools and a reminder that healing is multi-dimensional. If this episode resonates and you’re looking for education, guidance, or integrative support, here are ways to continue the conversation: Explore The Stern Method: Learn more at TheSternMethod.com, where Ryan shares resources focused on nutrition, mindset, organization, and integrative healing. 💊 Our Health Naturally Supplements: Their supplement company emphasizes clean, intentional formulations. 1. Use code RENEGADE for 10% off all supplements. 2. For the first two weeks after this episode airs Use RENEGADE20 for 20% off your order. 🧠 Join Going Integrative Plus: A supportive, educational community featuring: 1. Weekly live calls with top integrative cancer doctors 2. Nutritionist sessions 3. Energy healing and mind-body support 4. Join at GoingIntegrativePlus.com - 🎟️ Use code RENEGADE50 for 50% off your first month. This episode is for anyone who feels called to participate actively in their healing — no matter the diagnosis, prognosis, or path. Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, pediatric illness, mind-body recovery, healing, functional and integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, holistic health, nutrition, mindset, family resilience, and remission, offering hope and insight for those seeking renewal and agency in their healing journey.