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36: The One Vitamin I Swear By For Cancer Recurrence Prevention
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- Mar 25, 2026
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Summary
Vitamin D is often talked about like it’s just about bones. But in cancer care, and especially after treatment, vitamin D is doing quiet, foundational work across multiple systems that influence cancer recurrence risk. In this episode of The Flourish After Cancer Podcast, Dr. Megan breaks down what vitamin D is actually doing in the body, why deficiency is so common after cancer, and how this often-overlooked nutrient supports immune balance, inflammation regulation, cell signaling, and hormonal health after treatment. 🔗 Episode Relevant Resources The First 4 Steps To Staying Cancer Free After Cancer: www.FlourishAfterCancer.com/Presentation The Blood Work Clarity Guide For Cancer Thrivers: http://flourishaftercancer.com/bloodworkclarity E03 The Important Blood Work Your Oncologist Isn't Ordering E18 Don’t Let Weak Bones Haunt You: Building Bone Health After Menopause & Cancer Treatment ⚠️ This is a must-listen if: You’ve been told your vitamin D is “normal” but still don’t feel confident You’ve heard “just get more sun” and wonder if that’s actually enough You want to reduce recurrence risk without aggressive or fear-based strategies You’re rebuilding your health after cancer and want clarity, not guesswork You’re tired of one-size-fits-all supplement advice 💊 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why vitamin D acts more like a hormone than a vitamin and why that matters after cancer How vitamin D supports immune surveillance without driving chronic inflammation The role vitamin D plays in regulating cell growth and cellular cleanup Why vitamin D deficiency is so common after cancer treatment What vitamin D testing actually tells us and why sun exposure alone isn’t enough I’m Dr Megan, a licensed naturopathic doctor. My team and I have worked with hundreds of women globa…