Breast Cancer, Bone Health, & Osteoporosis Connection w/ Dr. Jenn Simmons, MD + BoneCoach™

Breast Cancer, Bone Health, & Osteoporosis Connection w/ Dr. Jenn Simmons, MD + BoneCoach™

Curious about the biggest risk factors for breast cancer and what to do if you have them?

Want to know what you can be doing to proactively prevent breast cancer?

Then don't skip this episode!

I spoke with Dr. Jenn Simmons, breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine practitioner, and we discuss the real causes of breast cancer, plus what lifestyle choices can help prevent cancer and build strong bone.

Episode Details

Episode Timeline
  • 0:00 Episode start
  • 2:14 Dr. Jenn s story and how she got into this field
  • 12:30 How does breast cancer happen? What causes it?
  • 15:48 Who should be concerned? Are some people more likely than others to develop it?
  • 18:15 What are the genetic risk factors for breast cancer?
  • 22:34 Why do some people believe that estrogen causes breast cancer?
  • 30:30 How important is hormone health? How are things different in the under 50 population vs the over 50 population?
  • 34:28 What are the standard treatments for breast cancer? And what effect do they have on bone health?
  • 39:44 What can you do to proactively prevent breast cancer?
  • 41:31 What kind of dietary approach does the research show is most helpful for those with breast cancer?
  • 45:21 How everyone can connect with Dr. Jenn
Resources mentioned

Show notes @ https://www.bonecoach.com/jenn-simmons-real-health-md-breast-cancer-bone-health

You can find Dr. Jenn Simmons’ resources below!

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About the guest

Dr. Jenn Simmons is a breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine physician. Her experience as a patient in 2017 led her to functional medicine. Now instead of cutting out tumors, she ushers women through their breast cancer journey and empowers them to achieve the best health of their life despite their diagnosis.

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