#343 Overcoming Cancer and Empowering Women: Sue Weldon's Journey with Unite for Her

Welcome to a powerful and heartfelt episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, host Lisa Franz welcomes Sue Weldon, 22-year breast cancer survivor and founder of Unite for Her. Sue’s journey from high-level gymnastics coach to leading a groundbreaking nonprofit offers hope, practical wellness tips, and a reminder that no one needs to navigate cancer (or life’s toughest challenges) alone.

Sue shares her story, from receiving her diagnosis at 39 to building Unite for Her’s signature Wellness Passport program, which empowers women through nutrition, integrative therapies, movement, and compassionate community care. Learn how plant-forward eating, small steps with movement, and emotional support can bring healing and joy, even in the hardest chapters.

If you or someone you love is facing breast or ovarian cancer, or if you want real-world inspiration for living well, this episode is a must-listen.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction & About Sue

[01:01] Surviving and Thriving: Turning Diagnosis Into Purpose

[03:38] The Emotional and Physical Challenges of Cancer

[06:05] Discovering Acupuncture & Integrative Healing

[08:49] Nutrition Support During Treatment

[12:36] Plant-Forward Eating & Food Joy

[16:15] The Power of Movement—At Any Ability

[20:27] Embracing Routine, Joy, and Progress