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 f...
89: The Silent Risk Hiding in Your Pocket with Nick Pineault
Could your phone really be increasing your risk of breast cancer?In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with investigative health journalist Nick Pineault—known as The EMF Guy—to expose one of the most overlooked threats to women’s health: electromagnetic fields (EMFs). From cell phones to smart homes, radiation is everywhere—and few are talking about how it affects your hormones, your sleep, and potentially, your risk of breast cancer.Nick’s passion for uncovering environmental toxins began when his own mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. What he discovered about EMFs led him to write one of the most approachable guides on the subject—and today, he's breaking it all down for us.🔍 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Why EMFs may be contributing to rising breast cancer rates ✅ How breast tissue may be more sensitive to environmental toxins ✅ Why 5G and radiofrequency radiation act as endocrine disruptors ✅ How women are more vulnerable to EMF-related hormonal changes ✅ The impact of EMFs on sleep, hormones, and immunity ✅ Why smart homes aren’t always healthy homes ✅ Practical, science-backed ways to reduce your exposure💡 Key Takeaways:Breast tissue may be more sensitive to environmental toxinsRadiofrequency radiation is a classic endocrine disruptor5G technology increases exposure to harmful EMFsWomen are more likely to experience hormonal disruptionsThe complexity of women's hormonal health makes them more vulnerableReducing EMF exposure can improve sleep qualityBiohacking devices should minimize radiation exposureTurning off Wi-Fi at night can enhance sleepSmart homes often increase EMF exposurePractical steps can help reduce EMF risksNick "The EMF Guy" Pineault is a bestselling author, investigative health journalist, and a passionate advocate for safe technology. He authored The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs, a well-regarded book that blends humor, science, and common sense to demystify the health impacts of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). Follow Nick on Social Media at @nickpineault🎧 Sound Bites: "We’re drowning in radiation and no one’s talking about it." "If it touches your body, it changes your biology." "Breast cancer isn’t just about genetics—it’s about environment." "Your hormones are whispering… are you listening?"To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
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88: The Turmeric Truth Your Oncologist Won’t Tell You with Dr. Shivani Gupta
Can turmeric really help fight cancer? Can ancient wisdom actually support modern treatment? In this episode, I’m joined by Ayurvedic expert Dr. Shivani Gupta to explore the incredible healing potential of turmeric—and what every woman needs to know. Dr. Shivani Gupta and I dive deep into the science and tradition behind one of the most powerful natural anti-inflammatories on the planet: turmeric. We break down the truth about curcumin, the controversy surrounding its role in cancer treatment, and the critical role of absorption (yes, black pepper really matters).We also get real about:The disconnect between Western medicine and Eastern wisdomWhy adaptogens like Ashwagandha and Shilajit should be part of your routineHow to create simple, sustainable self-care rituals that workWhy women must be empowered to make their own treatment decisionsThis episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a holistic approach to cancer, inflammation, and overall health.🧠In This Episode, You’ll Learn:✔ How turmeric works on inflammation at a cellular level ✔ What most people get wrong about curcumin supplements ✔ Why your dosha matters for personalized healing ✔ How to bring intention and ritual into your daily routine ✔ The critical link between self-care and survivorshipDr. Shivani Gupta is a leading expert in Ayurveda, a speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Fusionary Formulas—a line of powerful turmeric-based supplements that blend ancient healing with modern science. With a doctorate in Ayurvedic medicine and a passion for integrative health, Dr. Gupta helps people around the world reduce inflammation, prevent disease, and take charge of their well-being using time-tested natural practices. Follow Dr. Shivani at @drshivaniguptaEpisode Timeline:00:00 The Power of Turmeric: An Introduction02:59 Turmeric's Health Benefits and Mechanisms05:53 The Importance of Curcumin and Absorption09:07 The Role of Black Pepper and Whole Plant Synergy12:00 Navigating the Controversies of Turmeric in Cancer Treatment15:02 Adaptogens: Shilajit and Ashwagandha18:08 Self-Care and Routine in Health Management26:23 The Impact of Growth on Cancer Cells28:16 Chemotherapy and Tumoric: A Delicate Balance30:07 Empowering Women in Cancer Treatment Decisions31:40 Fusing Eastern and Western Medicine34:59 Understanding Doshas: The Ayurvedic Approach40:49 Finding Balance in a Busy LifeTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
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87: The Dirty Truth About Your Skincare—And How It’s Hurting Your Health with Trina Felber
Could your daily beauty routine be making you sick? Most women apply 20-25 personal care products a day—loaded with hidden toxins that disrupt hormones, overload the liver, and even increase the risk of infertility and cancer. But what if clean beauty could be more effective, cost-efficient, and safer than the products you’re using now?On this episode of Keeping Abreast, I sit down with Trina Felber, founder of Primal Life Organics, a clean beauty expert, registered nurse, and best-selling author, to uncover:💄 The shocking truth about toxins in personal care products (yes, even the ones labeled ‘natural’) ⚠️ How stagnant lymphatic flow traps toxins in breast tissue (and what to do about it!) 💧 Why water is one of the worst ingredients in skincare 🔬 The link between toxic beauty products, hormonal imbalances, and chronic illness 🛑 How to read labels like an expert & avoid hidden chemicals ✨ A simple way to detox your beauty routine—without DIYing everything! 💰 Why clean beauty is actually MORE affordable than you thinkWe’re exposed to thousands of chemicals every day—but you have the power to take control of your health, one product at a time. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by clean beauty, this episode will change how you shop, detox, and protect your body.Trina Felber is the CEO and founder of Primal Life Organics, a registered nurse, best-selling author, and natural health advocate who has dedicated her career to exposing the hidden dangers in personal care products. After struggling with her own health challenges, she dove deep into toxic-free living and built a skincare empire that focuses on safe, effective, and truly clean beauty solutions. Through her work, Trina has helped thousands of people ditch toxins, heal their skin, and take control of their health—one product at a time.Follow Trina on Social Media at @trinafelberTake Trina's Course - https://courses.trinafelber.com/🎧 Listen now & tag a friend who needs to hear this!#KeepingAbreastPodcast #DrJennSimmons #TrinaFelber #CleanBeauty #ToxicFreeLiving #SkincareDetox #HormoneHealth #BreastHealth #EndocrineDisruptors #NaturalWellnessTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
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86: The Secret Power Women Are Suppressing—And How to Get It Back with Sheila Kelley
Have you ever felt disconnected from your body? Society teaches women to shrink, to suppress their emotions, and to separate themselves from their sensuality—especially after trauma like breast cancer. But what if reclaiming your feminine energy was the key to healing, empowerment, and deep self-love?In this episode of Keeping Abreast, I sit down with Sheila Kelley, actress turned embodiment coach and founder of the S-Factor movement, to explore the profound connection between the body, self-image, and healing.💫 Inside This Episode: ✔️ How breast cancer can impact a woman’s identity and femininity ✔️ The difference between sensuality & sexuality (and why most women have it confused!) ✔️ How trapped emotions manifest as physical illness ✔️ The power of emotional release through movement ✔️ Why women are conditioned to play small—and how to reclaim your power ✔️ The masculine archetypes that shape our relationships ✔️ How self-love & conscious touch can help you heal ✔️ Why balancing masculine & feminine energy is the key to fulfilling relationships & personal growthSheila also introduces her course, Rise and Love, a transformative journey designed to help women reconnect with their bodies, embrace their emotions, and step into their full power.✨ This episode is a wake-up call for any woman who has ever felt disconnected, ashamed, or suppressed. It’s time to reclaim your sensuality, strength, and self-love—because the future depends on the unfurling of the feminine wing. 💖Follow Sheila Kelley on Social Media at @sheilakelleys 🎧 Listen now & tag a woman who needs to hear this!#KeepingAbreastPodcast #DrJennSimmons #SheilaKelley #FeminineEnergy #HealingThroughMovement #SelfLoveJourney #BreastCancerAwareness #SensualityVsSexuality #WomensEmpowerment #MasculineAndFeminineBalanceTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
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85: The Healing Power of Estrogen: Why Everything You’ve Been Told Is Wrong with Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson
In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with hormone expert Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson to break down the myths and misconceptions about estrogen, hormone therapy, and the medical system’s failure to properly educate women on their hormonal health. 🚨💡Dr. Berkson shares her deep expertise on the history of estrogen fear-mongering, the critical differences between bioidentical and synthetic hormones, and why women—even those with a history of breast cancer—need to rethink hormone therapy. In This Episode, You Will Learn:✔️ Why estrogen has been wrongly vilified for decades ✔️ The truth about the Women’s Health Initiative Study and how it misled millions ✔️ How endocrine disruptors are silently wreaking havoc on your hormones ✔️ The crucial role of detoxification, nutrition, and exercise in hormonal balance ✔️ Why breast cancer survivors can benefit from hormone therapyDr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson is a leading expert in hormone health, an author, and a researcher who has spent decades advocating for women’s right to accurate, science-based information about their bodies. She has worked with top medical institutions and continues to push back against outdated narratives that keep women in the dark. In this episode, she shares the groundbreaking truths that every woman needs to hear. 💡🔥This conversation is packed with must-know strategies for reclaiming your hormonal health, challenging misinformation, and making empowered decisions about your well-being.Episode Timeline:00:00 The Energetic Connection: A Serendipitous Meeting02:13 Understanding Estrogen: The Misunderstood Hormone05:54 The Fragmentation of Medicine: A Call for Holistic Care12:04 The Vilification of Estrogen: Origins and Implications18:08 The Role of Money and Litigation in Medical Narratives23:53 Bioidentical vs. Synthetic Hormones: Understanding the Difference29:51 The Habit Study: Debunking Myths Around Hormone Safety46:55 The Overlooked Benefits of Hormones47:36 Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer51:27 Understanding Estrogen's Role in Health54:21 Practical Steps for Hormone Balance59:13 The Impact of Endocrine Disruptors01:10:51 Strategies to Minimize Endocrine Disruptor Exposure01:18:28 The Importance of Pre-Pregnancy Health01:26:54 Empowering Women with Hormonal KnowledgeFollow Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson on Social Media at @dlberkson #KeepingAbreast #HormoneHealth #EstrogenTruth #BioidenticalHormones #BreastCancerAwareness #WomensHealthTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
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. 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. Tune into Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn to gain the knowledge, tools, and resources to take control of your breast health journey. Remember, at the end of the day, breast health is health! Note: The Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized guidance and treatment recommendations.