Navigating menopause after cancer treatment comes with unique challenges, and finding the right support can make all the difference. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Laura James, a board-certified naturopathic oncologist with over 20 years of experience in integrative cancer care. No one mentioned to Laura that her own medical treatment would stop her ovaries from functioning when she was a young woman of 26, so she knows what many of us experience. 

The total void of what it is to navigate menopause after cancer!

Together, we explore:

- What integrative medicine looks like in practice for cancer survivors experiencing menopause

- How evidence-based therapies—like nutrition, botanical medicine, stress management, and lifestyle modifications—can ease menopause symptoms and enhance recovery

- Practical steps for building a team that blends conventional treatment with integrative approaches

- How to find trustworthy providers and navigate cost and insurance challenges

- Tips for incorporating complementary therapies safely and effectively

Whether you’re struggling with symptoms like hot flushes, joint pain, brain fog, or fatigue—or simply want to feel more in control of your care—this episode is packed with insights to help you make informed choices.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

03:20 Integrative Cancer Care Standardisation

07:34 "Dealing with Chemical Menopause"

14:24 Cancer: Preparing for the Storm

17:35 Support Crucial in Cancer Journey

22:52 Challenges in Herbal Medicine Efficacy 

26:04 Naturopathic Oncology and Chemotherapy Integration

29:15 Integrity-Focused Medical Practice

36:06 Cancer Recovery and Positivity

39:45 Simple Uplift: Joyful Resilience

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Find Dr. James here https://www.laurajamesnd.com/ Dr. James specialises in helping patients build integrative medical teams that complement conventional cancer treatments while supporting overall well-being.

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