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Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Dose Reduction: Evidence for Equal Efficacy with Improved Safety and Cost Profiles

By Donnie Yance Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs, also known as ICBs) have revolutionized cancer treatment by offering durable responses across multiple tumor types. However, these breakthrough therapies come with significant challenges: high costs that limit global access, substantial toxicity profiles, and mounting evidence that currently approved doses may be higher than necessary for optimal therapeutic

Food as Medicine

Sea Buckthorn: The Ancient Berry That Can Boost Your Athletic Performance & Recovery

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

Spiritual Well-Being

The Easter Connection: Death, Resurrection, and Transcendence

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.

Healthy Living

The Art of Living: Finding Balance in a Fragmented World

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

Herbal Medicine

Maca: Nature’s Energizing Root from the Mountains of Peru

By Donnie Yance What is Maca? Maca (Lepidium meyenii), is a resilient cruciferous root vegetable native to the high Andean plateaus of Peru at elevations of 11,500-16,400 feet. It has recently garnered significant attention in the natural medicine field due

Botanical Supplements

Detoxification: Everything you need to know and what to do – Part 5

Part 5- Plants: the Guardians of Indoor Water and Air Quality By Donnie Yance “The key to stopping the environmental apocalypse is not science but love.” – Steven Charleston Previous posts in this series have covered how plants play

Chronic Illness

Detoxification: Everything you need to know and what to do Part 4

Part Four: Lifestyle and Herbs For Detoxification By Donnie Yance Life Force and Herbal Medicine The Life Force, or Vital Force, is an innate energy that exists in all of nature. Plants are made up of highly organized molecules governed

Chronic Illness

Detoxification: Everything you need to know and what to do Part 3

Part Three: Key Nutrients and Pathways for Optimizing Detoxification By Donnie Yance Now we will begin digging into the amino acids, minerals, and pathways that support healthy detoxification. Key Goals for Detoxification

Chronic Illness

Detoxification: Everything You Need To Know and What To Do- Part 2: Endocrine Disruptors and the Disease Burden of Plastics and Other Environmental Toxins

By Donnie Yance “Nature itself is the best physician.”– Hippocrates The Costs of Chemical Exposure Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are synthetic chemicals found in pesticides and some plastics that can enter the body through the food chain and interfere with hormone

Chronic Illness

Detoxification: Everything You Need To Know & What To Do Part 1

By Donnie Yance “It doesn’t matter if the water is cold or warm if you’re going to have to wade through it anyway.”– Pierre Teilhard De Chardin I am excited to share this new series on detoxification. It will be

Herbal Medicine

Weight Loss Injections? Semaglutide and Liraglutide: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly -Part 2

By Donnie Yance “Make food choices that honor your health and taste buds while making you feel good…It’s what you eat consistently over time that matters. Progress, not perfection, is what counts.” – Evelyn Tribole, Intuitive Eating This is the

Herbal Medicine

Weight Loss Injections? Semaglutide and Liraglutide: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly -Part 1

By Donnie Yance “Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” – John F. Kennedy, 35th U.S. president It’s the new year again and weight loss goals are on the minds of millions of people in America

Spiritual Well-Being

True Examples of Enlightened Success:

What Do Martin Luther King Jr and Coach John Wooden Have to Say about What Success Really Means? By Donnie Yance Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) was an American Baptist minister and activist who was a leader in the Civil

Cancer

Secret Dangers Of Neulasta Or Neupogen When On Chemotherapy

Why You Should Think Twice About Neulasta Or Neupogen When On Chemotherapy By Donnie Yance “The most telling and profound way of describing the evolution of the universe would undoubtedly be to trace the evolution of love.” ― Pierre Teilhard de

Spiritual Well-Being

Christmas and Chanukah: A Light Shining in The Darkness

Imagine a world without light. I know it can be really hard, right? Without this fundamental element there would be no sight, no plants, no animals, no life; just a cold, dark, lifeless, void. The Christmas season is the time

Cancer Care & Oncology Support

What’s Causing the Alarming Increases in Cancer Among Younger Adults?

Over the past 30 years, the world has seen an increase in the rates of cancer in patients younger than 50. Many physicians and scientists around the world have joined in the great detective story to untangle the causes of

Cancer Care & Oncology Support

What You Need To Know About IV Vitamin C and Cancer Seen Through The Lens Of Mederi-Care

By Donnie Yance “The noblest foundation for medicine is love. It is love that teaches us the art of healing. Without love true healing can never be born.” – Paracelsus Intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy, which most often includes vitamins, minerals,

Herbal Medicine

White Willow Bark- The Miracle Herb for Inflammaging, Pain, and Longevity

By Donnie Yance “The noblest foundation for medicine is love. It is love that teaches us the art of healing. Without love, true healing can never be born.” – Paracelsus For thousands of years, medical herbalists in most cultures have

Spiritual Well-Being

Celebrate St Francis of Assisi Feast Day October 4th

At my core, I am a human spirit trying to be a better version of myself, bringing love and goodness to our troubled world. The rest – well, is truly a mystery.

Spiritual Well-Being

Celebrating John Coltrane: A Musical and Spiritual Journey

By Donnie Yance John Coltrane (1926-1967) was not just a jazz saxophonist; he was a musical pioneer, a spiritual seeker, and an inspiration to countless musicians and listeners. As someone who has immersed myself in his entire discography and studied

Botanical Supplements

Do Sunscreens Truly Prevent Skin Cancer?

Several years ago, I did a 2-part blog on the dangers of sunscreens. They have some good information, and the links are below. The Dangers of Commercial Sunscreens, Part 1 https://donnieyance.com/the-dangers-of-commercial-sunscreens/ The Dangers of Commercial Sunscreens, Part 2 https://donnieyance.com/the-dangers-of-commercial-sunscreens-part-2/ Skin

Botanical Supplements

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) in Medicine, Mood and Neuropsychiatry

The botanical Withania somnifera is widely known as “Ashwagandha,” a Sanskrit name deriving from its use in traditional medicine in India. Withania somnifera (WS) enjoys a formidable reputation in Ayurvedic medicine as a Rasayana herb, i.e., one that can rejuvenate

Cancer Care & Oncology Support

Study Reveals Benefits of Holistic Care for Breast Cancer Patients

Sadly, breast cancer is widespread, impacting many people directly or indirectly. It’s the most common cancer among women, comprising 31% of all cancer cases in women. Despite advances in treatment, it still ranks as the second leading cause of cancer-related

Cancer Care & Oncology Support

Caution: Recent Study Claims Vitamin D Supplementation Could Raise Cardiovascular Disease Risk

Here is my counter-review of the recent headline news article that might make you wary of taking vitamins, titled “Vitamin D Supplements May Be a Double-Edged Sword.” This article was written by F. Perry Wilson, MD, MSCE, and published on

Aging

Embracing the Cycle of Life, Death, and Renewal: Exploring the Power of Love

I feel blessed to have had a mystical experience years ago, including a glimpse into the mystery of resurrection and life after death. While not everyone has experienced such extraordinary events as parting seas or walking on water, we’ve all

Herbal Medicine

Unlocking the Power of Herbal Medicine through Synergy and Network Pharmacology

“The noblest foundation for medicine is love. It is love that teaches us the art of healing. Without love, true healing can never be born.” – Paracelsus In order to deepen our understanding and appreciation for the immense healing value

Botanical Supplements

Devoting My Life to Helping Cancer Patients: My Story

Around 35 years ago, I founded my first clinic in Norwalk, CT. It was there that I met a young breast cancer patient who forever changed my life. Working with her ultimately led me to a life of service, compassion,

Spiritual Well-Being

Martin Luther King: Exploring Space, the Soul, and Our Divine Purpose – A Timeless Perspective

In this exploration of the life and teachings of Martin Luther King Jr., (MLK) we delve into his profound insights on humanity’s place in the universe, our spiritual journey, and how we can find a sense of divine purpose. Drawing

Spiritual Well-Being

What Does this Time of Year Mean to You?

Hannukkah, Christmas, and Winter Solstice share the theme of bringing light into darkness. However, before illuminating the external world, we must first embody that light within ourselves, even though it may sometimes be concealed. I firmly believe that all humans

Music

Spiritual Musings on the Power of the Cosmic Force: My Latest Music Release (Cosmic Force)

Music has always been a profound way for me to express my innermost feelings and my connection with the Divine. During these times of profound connection, I find myself inspired to create music, channeling my spiritual experiences into artistic expression.

Herbal Medicine

Unlock Long COVID Recovery: Leverage the Power of Adaptogens

A silent crisis has emerged after the global COVID-19 pandemic, affecting many survivors long after their initial recovery. Long COVID, a term used to describe the lingering and debilitating symptoms experienced by individuals weeks and even months after their acute