The Rich Roll Podcast From Death To Life: Dr. Dawn Mussallem On Surviving Cancer Twice, Running A Marathon Post Heart Transplant, & Why Mindset Matters More Than Medicine
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Feb 16, 2026 
Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a Mayo Clinic integrative oncologist who survived stage 4 cancer and a heart transplant, shares her extraordinary survival story and clinical perspective. She discusses exercise as medicine, plant-predominant diets and protective foods, integrative cancer care paired with conventional treatments, the role of mindset in recovery, and practical tips for patients navigating complex care.
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Half Your Plate Vegetables
- Reduce ultra-processed foods and make half your plate vegetables and fruits at every meal.
- This simple swap boosts fiber and phytonutrients without counting portions.
Fiber Shows Strong Population Benefits
- Large 2025 fiber studies showed up to 28% lower heart disease mortality and reduced cancer deaths.
- Fiber-rich diets confer class-one evidence benefits across multiple diseases.
Four Foods That Turn On Tumor Genes
- Prioritize cruciferous vegetables, turmeric, soy, and green tea for tumor-suppressor activity.
- Add purple sweet potatoes, berries, beans, and mushrooms for fiber and phytonutrients.
