Understanding the Complex Relationship Between Viral Infection, Vaccination, and Cancer; and the Gift of Herbal Medicine The COVID-19 pandemic has raised important questions about the relationship between viral infections, immune system function, and cancer risk. My research suggests, there may be concerning mechanisms linking SARS-CoV-2 infection and potentially mRNA vaccines to altered immune function and
By Donnie Yance A Personal Journey Inspired by Diet for a Small Planet Like many who’ve embarked on a lifelong journey toward nutritional wisdom, my path began at age sixteen with Frances Moore Lappé’s groundbreaking book Diet for a Small
Artificial sweeteners have been used in the United States since the early 20th century, beginning with the discovery of saccharin in the late 1800s and its widespread adoption during sugar shortages in World War I and II. Their popularity surged
What does it mean to live without fear? Not the absence of anxiety or the suppression of natural human caution, but something deeper—a spiritual freedom so complete that even death loses its sting. Most of us spend our lives building walls against uncertainty, hedging our bets, playing it safe. But what if the very purpose of our existence requires us to step beyond those walls, to risk everything for something we can barely articulate?
by Donnie Yance “Many people die with their music still in them. Why is this so? Too often it is because they are always getting ready to live. Before they know it, time runs out.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
By Donnie Yance Great News: The following post is an introduction to the topic of diet and prostate cancer. This is the topic I am currently developing for my next book, so stay tuned for future announcements about when the
By Donnie Yance Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus) has established itself as an invaluable botanical medicine with a rich history of traditional use across multiple healing systems. Since the 1700s, yellow dock has been one of the most revered medicinal plants
Kefir is a fermented beverage, usually made from dairy, that has beneficial health effects due to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.1 Kefir originates from the Caucasus region (between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea), and from Tibet (between China and India).
October 4th marks the feast day of St Francis. I love to celebrate by sharing thoughts inspired by this humble man filled with so much spiritual wisdom. In our hyperconnected world of instant notifications and same-day delivery, patience has become
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This review examines one of breast cancer’s most challenging aspects: dormant disseminated tumor cells (DTCs) that fuel cancer recurrence. Despite initial treatment success, 25-45% of breast cancer patients relapse months or years later with fatal secondary
Green tea is produced from fresh leaves of Camellia sinensis by steaming or drying without fermentation. In recent years, green tea has emerged as a particularly promising candidate against prostate cancer. Evidence from epidemiologic studies indicate that frequent consumption of green tea is
By Donnie Yance Cancer isn’t merely uncontrolled cell growth, it’s a profound disruption of the body’s metabolic pathways. At its core, cancer represents a reprogramming of how cells generate, use, and store energy. This metabolic reprogramming is now recognized as
by Donnie Yance As someone with deep Calabrian roots, eggplant isn’t just a vegetable in my kitchen—it’s practically family! Calabria is found in the “toe” of Southern Italy’s famous boot-shaped peninsula. My Italian ancestors knew what modern science is only
By Donnie Yance October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This review examines one of breast cancer’s most challenging aspects: dormant disseminated tumor cells (DTCs) that fuel cancer recurrence. Despite initial treatment success, 25-45% of breast cancer patients relapse months or
By Donnie Yance September 23 marks the birthday of musical legend, John Coltrane. When Coltrane stepped to the microphone, he wasn’t just performing—he was giving a homily or a sermon. His saxophone became a conduit for what he called “spirit
By Donnie Yance Cancer becomes most dangerous when it spreads from its original location to other parts of the body—a process called metastasis. This spreading relies on certain proteins called lectins, which act like molecular “velcro” helping cancer cells stick
by Donnie Yance Parmigiano Reggiano, a cheese to which I am somewhat addicted, offers a delicious sharp, nutty, and slightly salty flavor that has earned it the nickname “King of Cheeses” among culinary enthusiasts worldwide. The Health Paradox of Cheese
By Donnie Yance Is baking soda for cancer a valid idea? Cancer (The Cancer Energy/Intelligence) alters the tumor microenvironment in several ways, and one of them is by creating an acidic zone around the tumor that promotes cancer progression and
By Donnie Yance Kefir is a fermented beverage, usually made from dairy, that has beneficial health effects due to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.1 Kefir originates from the Caucasus region (between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea), and from
By Donnie Yance Contrary to popular belief, carbohydrates can be powerful allies in your weight loss journey when you understand how to use them properly. There are better carbs and worse carbs, and healthy carbs can actually help you lose
By Donnie Yance Questioning Conventional Screening Approaches According to the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) analysis of two major randomized clinical trials, routine Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening prevents approximately one prostate cancer-related death per 1,000 men screened.¹ This
By Donnie Yance “I Fear the Day That Technology Will Surpass Our Human Interaction” -Albert Einstein “We communicate by the tone of our voice, with our eyes, with our body language, with our hands. The influx of our voice. There
By Donnie Yance “You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.” – Buckminster Fuller The Evolution of Medicine: Why We Need a Paradigm Shift The greatest
By Donnie Yance Can our behavior influence disease outcomes? The answer may lie in one of humanity’s most natural expressions: laughter. Ancient wisdom has long suggested a connection between joy and health. The biblical proverb that “a merry heart does
By Donnie Yance As a musician and composer, I’ve always been fascinated by the power of sound. We know sound waves can shatter glass, create beautiful music, and even help babies develop in the womb. But what if I told
By Donnie Yance Traditional Herbal Medicine (THM) is very different from using isolated plant compounds. Using isolates to treat cancer is a more allopathic approach and not at all part of a holistic whole-systems model based in THM practice. THM
By Donnie Yance Part 1: Infections, Fevers, and the Immune-Cancer Connection A surprising discovery shows that a COVID-19 infection can activate immune cells that fight cancer, opening doors to potential new treatments for patients who have run out of options.
By Donnie Yance “God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December.” – J.M. Barrie How Diet and Genes Affect Brain Health Recent studies show that the brain strives to maintain a steady energy supply over time,
By Donnie Yance In July 2014, I wrote about “The Unique Health Benefits of Siberian Sea Buckthorn Oil” (read the original article here). Today, I’m excited to expand on this topic with fascinating new insights about its potential for athletic
By Donnie Yance “There isn’t anything about a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly.” –Buckminster Fuller The parallels between near-death experiences (NDEs) and the core narrative of Easter in Christian theology are both striking and profound.
by Donnie Yance In our hyper-connected yet somehow disconnected modern world, many of us find ourselves longing for something deeper—a sense of wholeness that transcends the fragmentation of daily life. We seek not just physical health, but a harmonious existence