The Day Everything Changed
Back in 2008, my doctor looked me straight in the eyes and said,
“You have a 100% chance of dying within 90 days.”
It was the kind of statement that could crush your spirit. But instead of accepting a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis as a death sentence, I chose to see it as a divine setup — an invitation for God to write a story of healing unlike anything I’d ever heard before.
Cancer, Faith & Food:
Jordan Rubin’s Healing Journey
Jordan Rubin says a cancer diagnosis changed his life—and his approach to life. He leaned on prayer, forgiveness, and a disciplined, natural routine while working with trusted practitioners. Below is his story distilled for online readers, with practical takeaways you can apply alongside your medical care.
The moment everything changes
- A routine hernia fix turned into a cancer diagnosis.
- Shock, fear, and a rush of big decisions followed.
- He chose to anchor himself in prayer, Scripture, and hope before anything else.
First move: center your spirit
- Drop the labels; don’t “own” the diagnosis with your words.
- Pray Scripture out loud; speak life and healing over your body.
- Limit voices that spike fear. Keep a tight circle of encouragers.
Friendly reminder: none of this replaces medical advice—think of it as soul-level support alongside your care team.
Jordan’s “healing season”: what it looked like day to day
- Prayer & praise: morning, mid-day, and evening—short, spoken, specific.
- Emotional cleanup: list old hurts, forgive, and release. Treat resentment like a toxin.
- Therapies he leaned on: sunshine at midday, infrared sauna, lymphatic work, essential-oil massage, gentle breath work, deep rest.
- Monitoring: regular labs and a follow-up scan ordered through a trusted physician friend.
The food framework he followed
- Fresh, minimally processed, often raw: to maximize enzymes and micronutrients.
- Thoughtfully sourced proteins: wild fish (like ceviche), pastured red meat (carpaccio/rare), pastured eggs, and raw dairy from goat/sheep.
- Plant power: green juices; cucumber, parsley, celery, tomato, ginger; berries and pomegranate for polyphenols.
- Supportive extras (his picks): soil-based probiotics, systemic enzymes, organ blends, young-plant extracts; a little truly raw honey.
Practical aim: steady energy, strong immunity, and easier detox—not restriction for restriction’s sake.
Mindset shifts that made a difference
- Language audit: talk more about healing than cancer.
- Identity check: “made in God’s image” vs. “my body is broken.”
- Forgiveness as medicine: clear old stressors that keep your system on high alert.
- Hope habits: celebrate tiny wins (good sleep, calmer day, a stable lab).
If you’re using conventional care too
- Nourish before, during, and after treatments to support recovery.
- Ask for spacing between major interventions when appropriate.
- Bring a supporter to appointments to take notes and keep perspective.
- Advocate kindly; you’re a partner in decisions, not a bystander.
Pantry & fridge starter list
- Fats & oils: extra-virgin olive oil; pastured butter/ghee (if tolerated).
- Proteins: wild sockeye salmon (fresh, frozen, or canned), grass-fed beef for tartare/carpaccio or lightly cooked, pastured eggs, goat/sheep dairy (yogurt, kefir, cheese).
- Produce: cucumbers, celery, parsley, lemons, tomatoes, ginger, mixed leafy greens.
- Polyphenol all-stars: blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, pomegranate (seeds or juice), walnuts.
- Add-ins: raw honey (small amounts), mineral salt, fermented veggies, quality herbs/spices.
A simple, doable “starter day”
- Morning
- Quiet prayer/Scripture; three deep breaths before and after.
- Warm water with lemon; short walk or light stretching.
- Omelet or smoothie: eggs or goat kefir + berries + a drizzle of olive oil or spoon of yogurt.
- Midday
- Sunlight break if possible.
- Big salad (greens, cucumber, tomato, olives) with olive oil and protein (wild salmon, sardines, or grass-fed steak slices).
- Afternoon
- Breath work or a few minutes of worship music.
- Hydration; herbal tea. A handful of walnuts or berries if hungry.
- Evening
- Light dinner: gently cooked fish or soup with vegetables and herbs.
- Gratitude journaling; short forgiveness check-in.
- Gentle lymph support: dry brushing or light massage; warm shower.
Adjust portions and foods to your needs, preferences, and care plan.
Gentle, important disclaimers
- This is Jordan Rubin’s personal story and perspective, summarized for easy reading.
- Nutrition, supplements, and therapies can interact with medications—loop in your oncology and integrative care team.
- Raw or undercooked foods may not be appropriate for everyone, especially if immune-suppressed—ask your clinician first.
Final word of encouragement
- You are more than a diagnosis. Guard your inputs, fuel your body, and keep your hope tank full.
- Pair faith and practical steps. Small, steady changes tend to stick—and add up.
A Different Way to Look at Healing: Beyond the Conventional Cancer Model
Cancer comes in many forms, and it doesn’t just attack the body — it robs us of life, loved ones, and time. For many, the conventional model of cancer treatment feels like a double-edged sword: the system aims to kill the cancer, but often weakens the patient in the process. Some people are even told they’re “cancer-free,” only to face tragedy again months later. It’s heartbreaking — and it’s why more and more people are exploring holistic, faith-based ways to support the body through healing.
A Natural Cancer Healing Approach
When Jordan Rubin faced his own diagnosis, he decided to pair his deep faith with everything he knew about natural health. Instead of immediately surrendering to fear or statistics, he built what he called his natural cancer healing protocol — a plan that supported his body, mind, soul, and spirit over 40 focused days.
Here’s what his approach looked like:
- A very specific diet: nutrient-rich, unprocessed foods close to their natural form. Raw vegetables, fresh juices, wild fish, grass-fed meats, and powerful herbs and spices became staples.
- Whole food-based supplements: vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds that strengthened immunity and supported detoxification.
- Essential oils and holistic treatments: daily therapies for circulation, relaxation, and emotional balance.
- Prayer and faith: every single day included a spoken prayer for healing, gratitude, and restoration — combining spiritual strength with physical care.
The Harsh Reality He Was Told
When Jordan shared his faith and decision to pursue natural healing with his doctor, he was warned in the strongest terms:
“One hundred years ago, this disease killed every man who was diagnosed. If you don’t get conventional treatment, you have a 100% chance of being dead in 90 days.”
Those words could have shattered him — but instead, they fueled his determination to trust that healing could come through both faith and disciplined care.
Forty Days to Healing Body, Mind, Soul, and Spirit
For 40 days, Jordan devoted 14 hours a day to healing. It wasn’t just about diet or supplements; it was about realigning every part of himself with health and life.
His time included:
- Extended prayer and meditation
- Detox and natural therapies like sauna and lymphatic work
- Fresh, living foods from nature
- Scripture-based affirmations of healing
- Rest, gratitude, and forgiveness
He called it a biblical approach to wellness — a way of partnering with God to restore health from the inside out.
Takeaway for You
You may not be walking Jordan’s exact path, but his story is a reminder that true healing is multidimensional. It’s not just physical; it’s emotional, mental, and spiritual. While medical care is often necessary, so is hope, faith, nourishment, and peace.
- Feed your body with real food.
- Feed your spirit with prayer.
- Surround yourself with encouragement, not fear.
- Give yourself permission to believe that healing is possible.
Source from:
Dr. Josh Axe 2.48M subscribers – Youtube Channel – Aug 21, 2025