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Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn

5: The Truth About Estrogen and Breast Cancer with Dr. Tabatha Barber

Jul 31, 2023
01:07:19

Most people see OBGYNs as hormone experts, but here’s the truth… they’re NOT! This is just one of many myths surrounding hormones. Today, Dr. Tabatha Barber, The Gutsy Gynecologist, joins me to talk about the truth around hormones. We chat about what hormones actually do, to when hormone replacement therapy (HRT) might be right for you, and everything in between. So if you’ve been struggling with your hormones or just want to understand hormones better than this episode is for you!

You’ll hear more about:

  • The real reason why gynecologists aren’t hormone experts 
  • How the Women’s Health Initiative negatively impacted women and their overall health
  • What hormones actually do in the body
  • Understanding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and when it’s right for you
  • The truth about estrogen link to breast cancer 
  • Progesterone vs. Progestins 
  • And more!


More about Dr. Tabatha:
She is a triple board-certified OB/GYN physician who specializes in using functional medicine as her primary way for treating women’s health.

She  has dedicated her life to studying the intricacies of women. She's passionate about educating women on the importance of a healthy body, mind, and spirit.

Her mission is to show, by example, how you can create optimal wellness for yourself. By utilizing food, movement, mindfulness practices, herbs, supplements, and energy healing techniques as medicine, you can reverse chronic illness and create a vibrant, energizing life full of joy and longevity!


Connect with Dr. Tabatha:
Dr. Tabatha's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha
Dr. Tabatha's IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegutsygynecologist/
Dr. Tabatha's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWea1x1abLERehb5yn_nfow

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=vOKy0sAiorrK

To get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

To 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/DrJennSimmons
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

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