Discover how optimizing thyroid function can enhance overall wellness and breast health. On today's episode we're joined by Dr. Alan Christiansen to explore the critical role of thyroid health. This episode is a holistic dive into how optimizing thyroid function can enhance your life, touching on its connections to breast health, cancer prevention, and beyond. Dr. Christiansen shares invaluable insights into iodine balance, dietary influences on thyroid function, and natural interventions tha...

39: The Thyroid's Crucial Role in Breast Health and Beyond with Dr. Alan Christiansen

Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn is a podcast dedicated to empowering women and promoting breast health through a functional medicine lens. Dr. Jenn is a leading functional medicine practitioner specializing in restoring health to the breast cancer population. She explores a range of topics related to breast health, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and holistic approaches to support overall well-being. &nbsp;

Whether you're a breast cancer survivor, a woman seeking to improve your breast health, a caregiver supporting a loved one, or you are just looking to thrive in this complicated world, this podcast is designed to meet your needs. Discover how functional medicine approaches can complement conventional treatments, support hormone balance, enhance nutrition, manage stress, optimize lifestyle choices, and promote overall well-being.&nbsp; Tune into Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn to gain the knowledge, tools, and resources to take control of your breast health journey.&nbsp; Remember, at the end of the day, breast health is health!&nbsp; &nbsp; 
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In today's episode of the Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I am honored to host Heather Craig Alonge, a dedicated healthcare professional and educator who shares her journey surviving uterine sarcoma, a rare cancer diagnosis that turned her world upside down. Heather's story is not just about battling cancer, but about embodying the role of a self-advocate in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system and managing her treatment. Our discussion unveils the challenges and valuable learn...

46: A Journey of Cancer, Advocacy, and Gratitude with Heather Craig Alonge

In today's episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I’m delighted to be joined by Dr. Corinne Menn, a passionate advocate for women's health and hormone therapy expert. We delve deep into the complexities of menopause care, especially focusing on breast cancer survivors. Dr. Menn discusses the nuanced options available and emphasizes the importance of a tailored treatment plan considering individual patient needs and backgrounds. This episode unfolds the hidden struggles of managing menopaus...

45: How to Thrive Through Menopause After Breast Cancer with Dr. Corinne Menn

In today's episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I am joined by the esteemed Dr. Heather Hirsch, a leading figure in menopausal health and hormone therapy. Our conversation today centers on the myths and realities surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the pivotal role of hormones in overall wellness, and the nuanced challenges of managing menopause symptoms, particularly in the context of breast health.In this episode you'll:Grasp a deeper understanding of hormone therapy and its...

44: The Misunderstood Journey of Menopause and the Truth About HRT with Dr. Heather Hirsch

In today's episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, our esteemed guest is none other than JJ Virgin, a celebrated author, and a veritable powerhouse in the nutrition and fitness world. Together, we dissect the common misconceptions around metabolic health, body composition, and the profound influence that age, exercise, and diet have on women's health, particularly as it pertains to breast cancer survivors. In this episode, JJ Virgin walks us through:Her personal philosophy on strength train...

43: Uncover the Power of Diet and Exercise for Women's Health and Disease Prevention with JJ Virgin

In today's episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I have the pleasure of discussing the intricate ties between oral health and overall wellness with Trina Felber. Trina, a registered nurse turned holistic healthcare advocate, is the brilliant mind behind Primal Life Organics, a company dedicated to eliminating toxins in personal care products. Our conversation dives deep into her oral wellness program's success and its impact not just on dental health but on systemic health including cardi...

39: The Thyroid's Crucial Role in Breast Health and Beyond with Dr. Alan Christiansen

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