Gillian Bertram is a registered nutritional therapist, functional medicine practitioner, integrative health coach, and brain cancer survivor. In 2015, Gillian recovered from anaplastic astrocytoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Whilst undergoing radiotherapy and chemotherapy, she introduced radical changes to her diet and lifestyle, forging an integrative approach to her cancer care.

Empowered by the knowledge she gained through this process she went on to study at the prestigious Institute for Optimum Nutrition and opened The Bertram Clinic of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine in 2020.

In this episode, Nicole invites Gillian onto the show to discuss integrative approaches to cancer, including therapeutic nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and mindset medicine. Gillian shares her personal cancer journey, the importance of individualised functional medicine, and the role of dietary and lifestyle changes in fighting cancer. 

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EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• [02:44] - Gillian's path to integrative cancer care
• [06:50] - The impact of functional medicine
• [15:02] - The role of genetics and personalised treatment
• [28:53] - Gillian's personal experience with brain cancer
• [33:45] - Preparing for surgery and lifestyle changes
• [35:38] - Facing the diagnosis and treatment options
• [36:25] - Family stress and treatment decisions
• [43:17] - The role of nutrition in cancer treatment
• [47:19] - Exercise and mental health
• [54:13] - Integrating functional medicine
• [56:30] - Resources and support for cancer patients

KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Gillian’s personal experience with Stage 3 brain cancer
• Why Gillian decided to integrate medical care with nutritional and lifestyle choices for holistic health
• What integrative cancer care consisted of for Gillian
• The importance of personalised care and staying positive

IMPORTANT LINKS & MENTIONS: 

• The Bertram Clinic of Nutrition
• Connect with Gillian on Instagram
• Take the FREE MitoImmune Health Assessment
• Join the Waitlist for Nicole’s Book
• Connect with Nicole on Instagram
• Visit the Goode Health Website
• Join Nicole’s Free Newsletter
• Get Started with the MitoImmune Way: The 12-Week Programme
• Unlocking the Mystery of Your Thyroid Results [Free Download]
• 30 Steps to Thyroid Health [Free Download]
• Get Access to the Thyroid Freedom™ Bundle

Mentioned in this episode:

Join the Waitlist for Nicole's Book "Optimal YOU": https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/optimal-you-book