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Episode 224 - Turmeric After Cancer: Have We Got It Wrong? With Professor Robert Thomas
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Summary
Can turmeric really help with joint pain, inflammation and gut health after cancer? And why are so many people being told to avoid it? In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with leading oncologist, researcher and integrative medicine expert Professor Robert Thomas to unpack the science behind turmeric, gut health and cancer recovery. Prof Thomas shares why he believes many patients are receiving outdated advice about turmeric, explains where concerns about tamoxifen interactions originated, and explores what the latest research actually tells us. Together, we discuss the role of gut health in long-term wellbeing, why exercise remains one of the most powerful tools available after cancer, and how lifestyle medicine can work alongside conventional cancer treatments. In this episode, we discuss: The surprising evidence behind turmeric and cancer Why turmeric became controversial in breast cancer care The difference between turmeric, curcumin and supplements Gut health, inflammation and the microbiome Managing joint pain and menopausal symptoms after cancer Exercise as a tool to improve cancer outcomes How integrative oncology combines medical treatment with lifestyle strategies Common myths surrounding supplements and cancer Resources Keep Healthy: keep-healthy.com and https://keep-healthy.com/polyphenols/ Rob’s bestselling book " How to Live " Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction 09:33 Discussing hormone therapy options 12:30 Discussing health and patient advocacy 15:00 Discussing menopause treatments 20:06 Turmeric's rise in health circles 22:24 Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits 24:21 Curcumin study and dosage discussion 28:01 Addressing turmeric's cancer misconceptions 32:28 Simplifying Supplement Choices About Prof Robert Thomas: Thomas is a Consulta…