The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show

Could the health of your mouth be a window into your cancer risk?
In this episode of The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show, Sylvie Beljanski speaks with Dr. Gerry Curatola, biologic dentist and founder of Revitin, about the powerful connection between oral health and cancer.
Dr. Curatola shares his journey from a painful childhood dental experience to becoming a pioneer in oral-systemic medicine. The conversation covers gum disease and inflammation, the bacteria linked to colorectal and other cancers, salivary testing for cancer risk, and why nourishing—rather than eradicating—the oral microbiome may be key to long-term health.
Sylvie and Dr. Curatola also discuss nutrition, sleep, stress management, and practical steps listeners can take to protect their oral and systemic health.
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Join Us at the Hamptons Sweat Fest — August 7–9!
Dr. Gerry Curatola is teaming up with the Beljanski Foundation for a weekend of fitness, wellness, and giving back — all in support of natural cancer research. Whether you're in it for the workouts, the wellness activities, or the cause, this is one event you won't want to miss.
📍 When: August 7–9
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✨ Bonus: Give your smile some love — grab 10% off Revitin toothpaste with code BELJANSKI10 at revitin.com 🦷
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About the Guest:
Dr. Gerry Curatola is a biologic dentist, author, inventor, and pioneer in oral-systemic medicine. He is the founder of Rejuvenation Dentistry and Revitin, and the creator of the oral microbiome protocol, and is the author of the bestselling book The Mouth Body Connection. For more than four decades, Dr. Curatola has been at the forefront of research exploring how oral health influences inflammation, immunity, and chronic disease, helping to redefine dentistry through a simple but powerful truth: health begins in the mouth.
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Social Handles:
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/drgerry
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgerrycuratola/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.GerryCuratola/
Website: https://revitin.com/pages/about?srsltid=AfmBOor_Q4YwfmkG_B_Z8eo2pTVqKRCT2LfIh0RRB2orY_upOQbzSFuf
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Can colorful plants help support brain health, immune function, and inflammation balance?
In this episode of The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show, Sylvie Beljanski speaks with Brian Dickerson, healthcare attorney and founder of Flavent Relief, about flavonoids and the potential role of plant-based wellness products in supporting overall health.
Brian shares how his background in healthcare law and his work with horses, dogs, and people led him to explore natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables, herbs, and teas. He explains why flavonoids—plant compounds associated with vibrant colors—have become a central focus of his work.
The conversation explores nutrition, antioxidant support, inflammation balance, brain health, immune wellness, and the importance of consuming a diverse range of colorful whole foods.
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About the Guest:
Brian Dickerson is a healthcare attorney and natural-health entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare, food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries. He is the founder of Flavent Relief, a natural health products company focused on flavonoid-rich plant extracts and formulations designed to support immune health, brain health, inflammation balance, and overall wellness for people and animals.
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Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/owenvideo
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OwenHemsath
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Are modern lifestyles contributing to rising cancer rates in pets?
In this episode of The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show, holistic veterinarian Dr. Marlene Siegel joins Sylvie Beljanski to discuss the increasing prevalence of cancer and chronic disease in dogs and cats, and the integrative strategies she uses to support animal health.
Dr. Siegel shares the personal story that led her into holistic veterinary medicine and explains why she believes nutrition, environmental toxins, mitochondrial function, and emotional wellbeing all play important roles in long-term health.
The conversation explores species-appropriate nutrition, concerns about processed pet foods, the impact of environmental exposures, and practical steps pet owners can take when facing a serious diagnosis.
Dr. Siegel also discusses the unique bond between pets and their owners, the importance of reducing stress, and how lifestyle choices may influence wellbeing across the entire household.
The episode highlights the value of education, community support, environmental awareness, and whole-person approaches to supporting both pet and human health.
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About the Guest:
Dr. Marlene Siegel is a holistic veterinarian, educator, author, international lecturer, and pioneer in integrative veterinary medicine. With more than 40 years of clinical experience, she specializes in bioregulatory medicine, nutrition, detoxification, ozone therapy, photodynamic therapy, and advanced integrative approaches to animal health. Dr. Siegel is the founder of several wellness initiatives focused on supporting both pets and their human families through comprehensive, root-cause-focused healthcare strategies.
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Social Handles:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/owenhemsath/
Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/owenvideo
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OwenHemsath
Shop at: https://www.maisonbeljanski.com/
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Cancer survivor Owen Hemsath shares his journey from stage 4 cancer to remission, discussing lifestyle medicine, emotional healing, patient empowerment, and the role of integrative approaches in supporting recovery.
In this episode of The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show, Owen Hemsath shares his personal journey through cancer diagnosis, treatment complications, recurrence, and remission.
After being diagnosed with stage 3 thymoma cancer in 2015, Owen underwent chemotherapy and radiation. While treatment initially addressed the cancer, he experienced severe side effects and long-term complications, including vascular damage and recurrent blood clots.
In 2020, he was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic cancer and began exploring integrative approaches after feeling dissatisfied with the support available through conventional medicine alone. He describes how books, lifestyle interventions, fasting, keto-vegan nutrition, juicing, and emotional trauma work became central components of his healing journey.
Owen discusses the impact of childhood trauma, his experience working with therapists specializing in cancer care, and the importance of hope, mindset, and patient engagement during treatment.
Today, he remains cancer-free while continuing to manage some long-term health effects from prior treatments. Through his Beat Cancer With Me community, he supports cancer patients by providing education, peer support, and connections to integrative healthcare professionals.
The episode highlights the value of informed decision-making, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle medicine, and whole-person approaches to healing.
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About the Guest:
Owen Hemsath, known online as Cancer Thriver Owen, is a cancer survivor, entrepreneur, health advocate, and founder of Beat Cancer With Me. After overcoming stage 4 cancer, he became passionate about helping patients explore integrative and lifestyle-based approaches to healing. Through his support community, educational programs, and marketing work with integrative healthcare professionals, Owen helps connect patients with resources, practitioners, and peer support designed to empower informed healthcare decisions.
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Social Handles:
Website: https://beatcancerwithme.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/owenhemsath/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/owenvideo
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OwenHemsath
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In this episode of The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show, Dr. Christine Schaffner shares her integrative and multidimensional model of healing, which expands beyond traditional physical medicine. She introduces the concept of "terrain medicine," where health is shaped by physical, emotional, energetic, and environmental layers.

The conversation explores how she evaluates patients using a combination of clinical assessment, bioresonance, muscle testing, and environmental analysis. Her treatments may include physical detox and lymphatic support, trauma-informed therapies, coherence practices, and energetic balancing approaches.

Dr. Schaffner also reflects on her personal healing journey through brain tumor surgery, where she combined conventional treatment with meditation, visualization, and energetic practices.

The episode emphasizes the importance of addressing hidden contributors to illness and restoring the body's natural regulatory intelligence through a holistic, patient-centered approach.

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About the Guest:

Dr. Christine Schaffner is a naturopathic physician with over 16 years of experience treating complex chronic illness. She specializes in bioregulatory medicine and integrative approaches that bridge physical, emotional, and energetic systems of health. Her work focuses on supporting the body's natural intelligence through personalized, multi-layered assessments and treatments that address both visible and hidden factors affecting health and healing.

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Social Handles:

Website: https://drchristineschaffner.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drschaffner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drschaffner/

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