Good Morning!
With summer approaching, Dr. Dwight McKee, an oncologist and integrative medicine practitioner, recommends maximizing sun exposure for vitamin D absorption, which is stored in fat for winter protection. However, gradual sun exposure is key to avoiding sunburn. Personally, I spend at least an hour outdoors daily, gradually exposing my skin to develop a protective tan. While I don’t easily burn due to my Métis background, fair-skinned individuals should take precautions against sunburn, as it contributes to cancer risk. Dr. McKee underscores the benefits of sunlight-derived vitamin D, which not only boosts immunity but also aids cancer prevention and recovery by facilitating sweat, releasing toxins that may contribute to cancer. If adequate sun exposure isn’t feasible, supplements may be necessary.
Summer also means farmers markets, which are ideal for getting organic fruits and veggies packed with micronutrients. Micronutrients are essential nourishment and also aid in detoxification, according to Dr. McKee.
Dr. McKee’s cancer treatment protocol also ensures the right balance between copper and zinc. He encourages drinking filtered water and having a fearless state of mind to ensure a calm nervous system to facilitate healing. He recommends meditation as one way to achieve this.
His holistic methods have proven effective. In his early years, he calculated that around 20 percent of stage four cancer patients’ tumors disappeared, and he says recovery rates are now even better.
So take advantage of the summer months to strengthen your immune system and enjoy!
