Dr. Anita Racic Personalized Medicine

11/14/2025

One of my favorite self-care practices is spending a little quiet time outside in the morning — even here in chilly Vancouver, BC. I bundle up under a blanket, turn on the heater, and lie on my PEMF mat (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy).

It’s my way of soaking up healthy, healing EMFs that mimic the natural electromagnetic fields of the earth — grounding, restorative, and balancing — while staying connected to nature without even leaving my yard.

This morning’s highlight? A tiny hummingbird stopping by the feeder for breakfast. There’s something magical about watching these little creatures — they remind me to stay light, curious, and in the moment. 🌿💚

11/12/2025

☀️ Last month, I attended an incredible integrative oncology conference in sunny Scottsdale — quite the change from my usual cloudy and wet Vancouver, BC!

The discussions were fascinating — we dove deep into the tumor microenvironment (TME), cancer stem cells, and cancer daughter cells. It was eye-opening to hear how conventional treatments like chemo and radiation often eliminate cancer daughter cells but can inadvertently strengthen cancer stem cells — which may help explain why recurrences happen so frequently.

That’s why I’m becoming more interested in approaches that target the TME itself. Some takeaways:

Lifestyle and environmental changes can take time to shift the TME, but more direct interventions like FMT (f***l microbiota transplant) and TPE (therapeutic plasma exchange) can have faster effects.

TPE involves filtering the plasma portion of the blood and replacing it with donor plasma or an albumin solution. This can help remove circulating inflammatory molecules and rejuvenate the internal environment — a fascinating way to potentially “reset” systemic balance.

Repurposed medications (like low-dose naltrexone, methylene blue, metformin, and certain anti-parasitic drugs) show promise for supporting a healthier TME and helping prevent cancer stem cells from reactivating.

Muscle mass is a major survival factor in cancer patients — it improves metabolic health and supports a more favorable TME, while excess body fat is a known cancer risk factor.

And yes — I made sure to enjoy a healthy dose of sunshine ☀️ while streaming some of the sessions poolside. It was the perfect blend of learning and self-care!

11/07/2025

Reminder to not drink out of "paper" coffee cups!

Hot beverages can release unhealthy chemicals from plastic cups. Here’s what to use instead: the safest containers for hot drinks like coffee and tea.

10/28/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and I recently returned from an Integrative Oncology Conference, where experts gathered to explore deeper, root-cause perspectives on cancer care — beyond the conventional focus on tumor eradication.

One of the key themes was the tumor microenvironment — the “terrain” in which cancer develops and grows. Rather than viewing cancer as an isolated event, we discussed how the surrounding environment — including inflammation, immune balance, circulation, nutrient status, and stress physiology — all influence whether cancer cells thrive or are kept in check.

We also touched on how certain conventional therapies, like chemotherapy, may target fast-dividing cancer cells (“daughter cells”) but can sometimes make cancer stem cells more resilient, emphasizing the importance of integrative strategies that support the body’s terrain while minimizing collateral damage.

True integrative oncology seeks to optimize the internal environment, supporting healing through nutrition, lifestyle, targeted supplementation, and mind-body medicine — all tailored to the individual.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s broaden the conversation to include not only early detection, but also creating a body environment where cancer is less likely to take hold. 💗

10/07/2025

I'm a big believer in prevention and screening and this is one of the recommended tests for subclinical cardiovascular disease.

Coronary artery calcium scoring is a valuable tool for refining cardiovascular risk assessment, particularly in intermediate-risk individuals.

09/15/2025

Feeling grateful to be part of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) for the past decade. This organization has been instrumental in shaping my understanding of longevity, functional medicine, and proactive aging care.

The learning never stops—and I’m especially looking forward to attending the annual LongevityFest in Las Vegas this December. It’s always an inspiring few days filled with cutting-edge research, clinical pearls, and new tools to better support my patients in living healthier, longer lives.

Stay tuned—I'll be sharing insights from the conference as the season unfolds!

09/04/2025

There is never just one secret but rather many and one of those secrets is NAD and it’s precursors, NR and NMN.

Ageing is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we have to resign ourselves to a decline in energy or vitality.

08/24/2025

https://worldhealth.net/news/exercise-could-slow-cancer-cell-growth-by-30/

"The results from the study show that both types of exercise really work to produce these anti-cancer myokines in breast cancer survivors.

08/21/2025

Even GOOP is talking about longevity medicine!

Doctors break down NAD+ peptide stacks, and the science behind biohacking beauty.

08/21/2025

Yikes!

More than a third of federal recalls triggered by Canadian oysters in the last 6 years can be traced back to Vancouver Island's Baynes Sound.

08/14/2025

Psilocybin as a life extending molecule? Fascinating!

https://worldhealth.net/news/antiaging-properties-psilocybin-demonstrated/

08/12/2025

In general, it’s recommended that people commit to 150 minutes of moderate activity per week to see sufficient health benefits, said Dr. Wei Zheng, the study’s corresponding author. But if 150 minutes is too difficult to manage, fast walking a minimum of 15 minutes every day can have the same health benefits.

Too busy to go to the gym? Don’t worry — you can stay healthy by incorporating at least 15 minutes of fast walking into your everyday routine, new research suggests.