How This FULL HOUSE Star’s Wife Helps Him Battle Cancer

Published: November 22, 2024

How This FULL HOUSE Star’s Wife Helps Him Battle Cancer

By Movieguide® Contributor

FULL HOUSE star Dave Coulier shared how one of his wife’s passions lined up perfectly to help him fight stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

“She has put together a whole nutrition plan for me,” Coulier told PEOPLE, adding that his wife Melissa had recently launched a holistic wellness company shortly before his diagnosis.

Thanks to her background in nutrition, Melissa has been able to fuel Coulier during his fight with cancer. “My refrigerator has color-coded foods, nutritious protein,” he said, also adding that “she’s taken all the sugar out of my diet.”

In a recent Instagram post, Melissa explained her approach and why she believes that proper nutrition will allow Dave to better combat this disease.

“Dave shared on THE TODAY SHOW, today that he’s battling Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. This journey has been intense, and as his caregiver, I realize my background in holistic wellness has uniquely prepared me for this role,” Melissa wrote.

“In a world full of environmental and dietary challenges, we’re fighting back with a personalized approach, combining Western and Eastern philosophies backed by science. We’re focusing on fueling his body with real whole foods, cutting out refined sugar & processed foods, spending time in nature, and incorporating infrared saunas, breathwork, and massages to support Dave’s strength and comfort,” she continued.

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Melissa also shared how Coulier’s courage through this battle has given her strength as well.

“Dave’s resilience inspires me every day, and together, we’re doing everything to support his recovery—with plenty of laughter to keep spirits high,” she wrote. “To our family, friends and community who have shown us endless kindness and to Dave’s incredible medical team—thank you. Your support is invaluable!!”

Coulier shared his cancer diagnosis earlier this month, explaining that he went to see a doctor after his lymph nodes started swelling past anything normal. Though the disease is extremely serious, the actor was given a 90% chance of survival.