NOURISH
~ 4 weeks to demystifying how to fuel your body after cancer & for cancer prevention ~
Tap into the healing power of food so you can stop being afraid of what to eat, focus on what habits really matter, and start living fully in your life again
You've likely been told that the food you eat doesn't matter... or that soy causes breast cancer.... or that non-organic food is harmful....
I understand how confusing it can be to navigate nutrition post-cancer, & to tease out what things actually matter... because I've been there myself.
It is clear that the way we eat CAN impact our health, and help our bodies feel their best.
But what's NOT clear, is how our food choices can impact wellness after cancer.
The problem is...
There is SO much information out there - but good information is mixed in with bad, and it's incredibly hard to navigate what is what
Messaging on the internet can create so much anxiety and distress that we begin to fear everything, including food
We don't know where to start - we dabble in some things, experiment with others, binge on foods that we think we should be eating lots of but that don't feel great, wipe our hands clean of everything, then start all over again
We get overwhelmed, which just leads to analysis paralysis & we start questioning everything
Conflicting advice makes us question our resources, and makes it difficult to trust what we read
And the biggest problem of all? We never truly commit to making simple, specific, impactful changes that are sustainable, make sense for us, and are enjoyable, and that are absolutely achievable with the proper guidance
"Is eating organic important?"
"Can I eat meat?"
"Is soy okay to eat?"
"How many teaspoons of turmeric is best?"
"What about sugar - doesn't it 'feed cancer'?"
"Do I need a greens powder?"
These are just some of the questions I get on a daily basis... questions that are rooted in overwhelm, fear, the tiniest details, and LOTS of misinformation.
And not surprisingly! Entering life after cancer can feel a bit like a sinking ship... drowning in a sea of the unknown. And FOOD can be a key source of this distress.
This is why I created NOURISH
Designed to be your solid foundation. Your clear, concise, actionable framework, with the intention of offering a "life line" to stop the downward spiral, bring you back to "shore", and give you the stepping stones to move forward from.
Created by a Naturopathic Doctor and cancer survivor...
NOURISH is your foundational guide to fuelling your body after cancer.
This 4-week course is for you if you are looking to:
What You'll Learn
The Curriculum:
Module 1: Eating for Cancer Prevention
What is "nourishment"? Why what we put in matters
Nutrients lacking in popular "anti-cancer" diets
A crash course in nutrition
World Cancer Research Fund recommendations
Eating for Cancer Prevention - a proposed framework
Intro to crafting a 'Foundational Plate'
Module 2: Building Value onto Foundations
Filling in the Eating for Cancer Prevention framework
An intro to food quality and how food is grown
A rational recommendation for how to approach prioritizing organic foods
What's the deal with "anti-cancer" foods?
The importance of food diversity
Cooking methods - reducing potentially harmful environmental exposures in the kitchen
Therapeutic diets - the icing on the cake?
Completing our 'Foundational Plate'
Module 3: Dispelling Cancer Nutrition Myths
Does sugar "feed" cancer?
Do "acidic diets" cause cancer?
Should those affected by breast cancer avoid soy?
Do "superfoods" prevent cancer?
Are raw foods healthier than cooked foods?
Do artificial sweeteners cause cancer?
Do high protein diets cause cancer?
Module 4: Making Nourishing Meals Easier
Eating for blood sugar regulation
The power of protein
How to increase fruit & vegetable intake
How to increase flavour (and satisfaction!) in your meals
The importance of meal planning
The magic of meal prep - some favourite tips and tricks
A note on eating for joy
The Details:
NOURISH was created by a Naturopathic Doctor and cancer survivor. It is a foundations course, meant to give you all the basics you need to create a solid nutritional ground to build upon.
It is educational - meaning it is not medical advice. It is a thorough overview of what we currently know about the best ways to approach eating when the goal is to reduce the risk of cancer, plus a proposed framework to help synthesize, prioritize, and simplify this information when bringing it into your home and onto your plate.
NOURISH is delivered over 4 weekly modules. Each week there will be a new set of videos, supportive material, and worksheets to help you work through the material efficiently and effectively.
Content will be available for 6 months from the date of first module release.
The Value:
The BONUSES !
All bonus content is included right now in our Membership price
Meet Your Instructor
Dr Martha Sharpe ND
Naturopathic Doctor & Cancer Survivor
Dr Martha Sharpe, ND, is a registered Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario, Canada. While completing a CNME-approved Adjunctive Cancer Care Naturopathic Residency program, she was diagnosed with cancer herself. Personally experiencing the lack of support and education provided to those post-cancer, and witnessing this with her patients, Dr Martha is dedicated to filling this gap and rewriting cancer survivorship with comprehensive, individualized, and holistic care. She is passionate about helping people find the clarity and empowerment they need to step back into life post-cancer, and feel at home in their bodies again.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I get access to the course materials?
You'll receive the first week's content immediately upon course purchase - check your inbox for instructions on how to access the course homepage and content. This is a four-week course - the remaining content will then be delivered weekly, directly to your inbox and on the course platform, for 3 additional weeks.
Will I have access to Dr. Martha Sharpe ND?
All course videos are prerecorded. This course is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for appropriate medical care - no recommendations or medical advice will be given. Should you be looking for more individualized support, consider booking a consult.