Episode 127

Published October 28, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Lucas Tims shares his journey into naturopathic oncology, focusing on prostate cancer. He discusses the increasing incidence of prostate cancer, the hormonal influences on the disease, and the importance of hormone testing. 

Dr. Tims and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:

• The complexity of cancer drivers, particularly mitochondrial dysfunction 
• Integrative approaches to oncology, highlighting the need for a balance between conventional and naturopathic treatments
• The role of cortisol and stress management in cancer progression
• The significance of nutrition, movement, and lifestyle changes in cancer care
• How combining conventional and naturopathic treatments can lead to more optimal patient outcomes

Key Moments

0:00 Podcast Opening

0:47 Introduction to Dr. Tims and His Journey

4:52 Understanding Prostate Cancer

6:19 Hormonal Influences on Prostate Cancer

9:58 The Role of Hormone Testing

12:12 Environmental Factors and Hormone Imbalance

17:49 The Complexity of Cancer Drivers

20:27 Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Cancer

24:03 Updated DUTCH Test Report

25:06 Integrative Approaches to Oncology

31:00 The Impact of Stress on Cancer and Health

38:31 Trifecta of Labs

41:34 Lifestyle Interventions: Nutrition and Movement for Cancer Patients

52:01 Podcast Ending

About our speaker

Dr. Lucas Tims is an integrative oncologist specializing in combining evidence-based natural therapies with conventional cancer care. A microbiology graduate from the University of Arkansas, he trained at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and completed an oncology-focused residency at City of Hope. As a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO), he is deeply committed to research, teaching, and advancing integrative cancer care through clinical innovation and patient education. 

Show Notes

Learn more about Dr. Lucas Tims and his practice, Root Causes Medical Clinic. Follow him on Instagram @doctorlucas!

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