Stress, the Immune System, and the Root Cause of Chronic Disease

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 Advocacy01:24 Rebecca's Journey: From Burnout to Wellness04:46 The Impact of Stress on Health09:31 Managing Stress: Techniques and Strategies12:49 Alarming Trends in Cancer and Autoimmune Diseases16:58 The Role of Data and AI in Healthcare20:42 Building a Healthier Society24:44 The Importance of Community and SupportCONNECT & RESOURCESRebecca Maff: 📱 @rebeccamaff on Facebook & Instagram  The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction Partner: Podcast Mechanic