Stress, the Immune System, and the Root Cause of Chronic Disease
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About this episode
Cancer biologist and TEDx speaker Rebecca Maff, known as the Healthy Biologist, joins Kim Nash on The Chronic Truth to explain the science of how stress feeds chronic disease and what we can do to get ahead of it. From the amygdala's role in immune suppression to AI-powered cancer screening, Rebecca brings real clinical depth to the conversation and keeps it grounded in tools anyone can use today. If you've ever wondered why stress makes you sick, why cancer is hitting younger people faster, or whether AI in healthcare is something to trust, this episode is for you.
CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Chronic Illness and Advocacy
01:24 Rebecca's Journey: From Burnout to Wellness
04:46 The Impact of Stress on Health
09:31 Managing Stress: Techniques and Strategies
12:49 Alarming Trends in Cancer and Autoimmune Diseases
16:58 The Role of Data and AI in Healthcare
20:42 Building a Healthier Society
24:44 The Importance of Community and Support
CONNECT & RESOURCES
Rebecca Maff:
📱 @rebeccamaff on Facebook & Instagram
The Chronic Truth Podcast:
🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com
📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast
📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast
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📋 Community Survey: Survey
Production Partner: Podcast Mechanic
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