Her Gut Was Failing—Then She Found Macrobiotics

At 19, Marisa was told her colon might need to be removed to heal her ulcerative colitis. At 29, she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. But today, she’s thriving—and sharing how she used food, intuition, and determination to heal.

In this powerful episode of The Exam Room, Chuck Carroll sits down with Marisa to unpack her two-decade-long health journey. From life-threatening flare-ups and hospital stays to a macrobiotic diet, emotional resilience, and the importance of advocating for your body, Marisa’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone navigating chronic illness.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How Marisa used macrobiotics to heal
Why Marisa said “no” to surgery—and what happened next
How trauma, stress, and intuition played a role in recovery
The life-changing mindset shift she wants everyone to hear