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Get ready to finally truly level up your health in ways you may not have realized you could! Hi! It's Samantha Harris. From Emmy Award-winning TV journalist (Dancing with the Stars, Entertainment Tonight) to breast cancer thriver, #1 bestselling wellness author, and Certified Health Coach — I'm here to guide you to be your healthiest yet! Blindsided by breast cancer at age 40 ignited something so powerful that it compelled me to search for the answers we all need to successfully mitigate risk of chronic disease, and live more vibrantly and healthier than ever! Then at age 50, BAM! Knocked down again by a breast cancer recurrence. That's when I realized that trying to be "100% toxin-free" 100% of the time, fails. Every. Time. The overwhelm, fear and worry were just too much. I realized that focusing on what I could do to reduce my toxic burden down to as close to 10% as possible leads to success. It allows me the wiggle room to live fully, not fearfully. And now
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Why Your Bloodwork Lies & Hidden Hormone Fueling Disease with guest expert Dr. Elizabeth Boham — #67Detox, Insulin & Cancer RiskIf you've ever been told your blood sugar is "normal" but you're still struggling with stubborn belly fat, low energy, inflammation, or concerns about future disease risk, this conversation is going to change how you think about your health.In this eye-opening episode from an important interview from 2023 but released now for the first time as a podcast episode, Samantha sits down with functional medicine physician and nutrition expert Dr. Elizabeth Boham to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of modern disease: insulin resistance. Together, they explore the surprising connection between insulin, cancer risk, menopause weight gain, detoxification, stress, and longevity—and why many women may be experiencing metabolic dysfunction years before it shows up on standard lab work.The good news? This isn't about perfection. It's about making small, sustainable changes that help create a body that's more resilient, more energized, and more capable for decades to come. Because the goal isn't just looking good today—it's building a body that still lets you hike, travel, play with grandkids, and live independently at 80 and beyond.What You'll LearnInsulin is a growth hormone — and that single fact explains why high levels of it can quietly raise your risk for more than one disease at once.Why "normal" blood sugar doesn't mean you're in the clear — find out what your doctor's standard labs might be missing entirely.The ideal fasting insulin number — discover the specific range Dr. Boham looks for, and why so many women fall outside it without ever knowing.How alcohol tolerance explains insulin resistance — learn the surprisingly relatable analogy that makes this confusing topic finally click.Why timing matters as much as what you eat — find out how the exact same meal can affect your body completely differently depending on the clock.The everyday toxin you've probably never thought twice about — discover which exposure has been linked to both insulin resistance and breast cancer risk.What your gut has to do with hormone balance — learn how transit time in your intestines can influence estrogen reabsorption.The plate-building formula Dr. Boham recommends for every single meal — find out the three things she says should be on it, every time.How much fiber you're probably missing — discover the real daily number most women should be aiming for, and how far off average actually is.A 24-hour window your workout quietly opens up in your body — learn what's happening inside your cells in the day after you exercise.About our guest expert:Dr. Elizabeth Boham is a physician, nutritionist, and functional medicine expert who practices at the renowned The UltraWellness Center in Lenox, Massachusetts. A breast cancer survivor herself, Dr. Boham is passionate about helping individuals understand the root causes of chronic disease and empowering them with science-backed strategies to optimize metabolic health, reduce cancer risk, and support long-term vitality.Her work focuses on nutrition, hormone balance, detoxification, gut health, and lifestyle medicine as powerful tools for prevention and healing.Connect with Dr. BohamInstagram: elizabethbohammd________________________________________Get Cleaner, Regulated, Better Supplements for LessDid your last order of vitamins come off a big online overnight shipping platform but you have no idea how long it was sitting in an overheated warehouse?Or maybe those Omega-3’s you take are actually rancid but you wouldn’t know?That’s why I’m excited to have found a platform that is not only efficacious and 3rd-party lab tested, but also regulated to have the ingredients in them that are on the label!And Fullscript has 100+ brands of supplements you may already be taking…only better. Safer. What your family needs.Yup — your one-stop shop for high-quality wellness and supplement products from brands people actually trust.Better still? I have been able to secure the most awesome discounts for you. Every order. Every day of the year. Even more savings with auto-ship.Whether you’re leveling up your health routine, trying to stay consistent, or just attempting to remember to take your vitamins before 11 PM, Fullscript makes the whole process way easier.✨ Easy online ordering✨ Pr
Free Ozempic?! Eat Your Way to the GLP-1 Effect + Why Women Are Hungry with guest expert Dominique Ludwig - #66Want Ozempic Fx without the Rx?What if the answer to better energy, fewer cravings, improved hormones, and sustainable weight management isn’t another diet… but relearning how to eat?This week Samantha sits down with leading clinical nutritionist and No Nonsense Nutrition author Dominique Ludwig to unpack what really drives hunger, “food noise,” cravings, blood sugar swings, and the changes women experience through midlife and menopause. Together they break down the science behind naturally supporting satiety hormones like GLP-1, why calorie counting may not be the answer, and how simple shifts can completely change your relationship with food.This conversation is practical, evidence-informed, and refreshingly free of extremes.In this episode you’ll learn:Discover the real biological reason cravings, fatigue, and midsection weight gain might not be a willpower issue at allFind out how to naturally activate the same hormone behind Ozempic and Wegovy — using your dinner plateLearn the Triple 30 Method and why these three specific numbers matter more than ever in midlifeUncover why calorie counting misses the point — and what to focus on insteadHear the honest truth about who GLP-1 medications are (and aren't) right forGet the science behind why a handful of nuts may not "cost" you as many calories as you thinkUnderstand the surprising gut-to-hormone pathway that connects fiber to estrogen balanceLearn what actually happens in your body during the "invisible" metabolic shift after 40Discover the real difference between mindful snacking and "grazing" — and why it mattersFind out how to judge protein powder, fermented foods, and resistant starch without the overwhelmAbout Our Guest:Dominique Ludwig is one of the UK's leading nutritionists, with an MSc in Nutrition from King's College London and over 30 years of clinical experience supporting more than 4,500 people worldwide.A Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Fellow of the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine, she is the author of the instant #1 Sunday Times bestseller No-Nonsense Nutrition, and the founder of the Renew Reset Recharge® and Triple 30 programs. Her work has been featured in The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and SheerLuxe.🌐 Website: dominiqueludwig.com📸 Instagram: @dominiqueludwig_nutrition_____________________________________DIDN'T KNOW YOU HAVE TOXIC LAUNDRY?! THIS IS THE SOLUTION!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes. After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies. For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it finally! Here is the link to it (and you can message me to check to see if there are any great offers happening with current savings!CLICK THIS LINK for the details and get 100 FREE LOADS👇🏻https://click.trulyfreehome.com/aff_c?offer_id=238&aff_id=5912__________________________________Get Cleaner, Regulated, Better Supplements for LessDid your last order of vitamins come off a big online overnight shipping platform but you have no idea how long it was sitting in an overheated warehouse?Or maybe those Omega-3’s you take are actually rancid but you wouldn’t know?That’s why I’m excited to have found a platform that is not only efficacious and 3rd-party lab tested, but also regulated to have the ingredients in them that are on the label!And Fullscript has 100+ brands of supplements you may already be taking…only better. Safer. What your family needs.Yup — your one-stop shop for high-quality wellness and supplement products from brands people actually trust.Better still? I have been able to secure the most awesome discounts for you. Every order. Every day of the year. Even more savings with auto-ship.Whether you’re leveling up your health routine, trying to stay con
😱MENOPAUSE ISN’T THE END—IT’S THE NEW CHAPTER.And no, you do NOT have to just “suffer through it.” Hormonal shifts can impact everything from sleep to brain health, inflammation, energy, and mood. But here’s the empowering truth: there are science-backed ways to support your body, reduce symptoms, and thrive through perimenopause and menopause.Double board-certified OBGYN and integrative medicine physician Dr. Felice Gersh reveals how declining estradiol drives blood sugar chaos, bone loss, and brain fog — and the food, fasting, and lifestyle moves that put women back in control at every stage of menopause.From exercise and nutrition to gut health, fasting, hormones, and sleep, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you take control of your health and feel your best at every stage of life.This is the science-backed, whole-body conversation that will change how you think about "the change.”In this episode, you will learn:How estrogen impacts blood sugar, metabolism, and diabetes risk during menopause.Why menopause symptoms are connected to inflammation, gut health, and hormones.The powerful role phytoestrogen foods play in reducing hot flashes and supporting health.How exercise helps lower inflammation, improve insulin sensitivity, and ease menopause symptoms.Why walking after meals can help regulate blood sugar spikes and metabolic health.The connection between menopause, bone loss, collagen decline, and cardiovascular health.How time-restricted eating and fasting may support cellular repair and hormone balance.Why gut health and the microbiome are critical for mood, immunity, sleep, and metabolism.How sleep hygiene and reducing blue light exposure can improve hormonal and brain health.The truth about soy, phytoestrogens, and breast cancer risk.How nitric oxide-supporting foods like beets and leafy greens support vascular health.What women should know about hormone replacement therapy and bioidentical hormones.Why inflammation plays a major role in aging, cognitive decline, and overall wellness.Simple lifestyle shifts that can dramatically improve menopausal symptoms and long-term health.… and so much more to help you navigate menopause with confidence, strength, and clarity.About Our Guest Expert:Dr. Felice Gersh is a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, where she specializes in women’s health, menopause, hormones, and evidence-based integrative medicine. Dr. Gersh is widely recognized for her expertise in combining conventional medicine with holistic approaches to help women optimize their health through every stage of life. She is also the bestselling author of Menopause: 50 Things You Need to Know.Connect with Dr. Gersh:Instagram: dr.felicegershYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FeliceGershMDWebsite: https://integrativemgi.com/Book: Menopause: 50 Things You Need to Know by Dr. Felice Gersh_______________________________DIDN'T KNOW YOU HAVE TOXIC LAUNDRY?! THIS IS THE SOLUTION!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk.Found it finally! Here is the link to it (and you can message me to check to see if there are any great offers happening with current savings!CLICK THIS LINK for the details and get 100 FREE LOADS 👇🏻https://click.trulyfreehome.com/aff_c?offer_id=238&aff_id=5912_______________________________Get Cleaner, Regulated, Better Supplements for LessDid your last order of vitamins come off a big online overnight shipping platform but you have no idea how long it was sitting in an overheated warehouse?Or maybe those Omega-3’s you take are actually rancid but you wouldn’t know?That’s why I’m excited to have found a platform that is not only efficacious and 3rd-party lab t
Burn Fat While You Sleep, Boost Metabolism & Fast the Smart Way with guest expert Dr. William Li #64What if everything you've been told about metabolism, fat, and weight loss is wrong? In this episode, Samantha sits down with Dr. William Li for a second conversation in season 2 (Check out Episode #62, if you missed it - and Season 1 Episode #14 as well!).Dr. Li dismantles everything you thought you knew about metabolism, visceral fat, and intermittent fasting — revealing the science-backed strategies that let your body burn dangerous fat while you sleep, eat, and live your life.Dr. Li is an internationally renowned physician-scientist, president of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Your Diet — to expose the myths that have kept so many women stuck in a cycle of dieting, frustration, and self-blame.Spoiler: your metabolism is not broken. It never was.From the newly discovered science proving that human metabolism stays rock-stable from age 20 to 60, to the hidden danger of "skinny fat" and its shocking link to breast cancer, to the brilliantly simple 12-hour fasting protocol Dr. Li himself follows every day — this episode is a masterclass in working with your body instead of against it. Plus, the true origin story of the famous 16:8 intermittent fasting method that no one is talking about.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Your metabolism is NOT slowing down: Learn the findings from a landmark study of 6,000 people that completely rewrites what we thought we knew about metabolism — and where the real culprit actually lives.Fat is a hormone-producing organ: Discover why healthy fat is essential to your metabolic function, and what happens to your hormones when it starts to grow out of control.Excess fat behaves like a tumor: Find out why Dr. Li says too much body fat follows the same dangerous playbook as cancer — and why that makes chronic inflammation so much more urgent to address.Skinny fat is a real and serious risk: Learn what a 13-year Cornell study found when it scanned nearly 3,500 normal-weight women — and why the results are a wake-up call for women who think they're in the clear.Foods that burn fat at the cellular level: Discover which everyday grocery store foods contain natural bioactives that work against fat growth — and how they do it without you changing everything on your plate.The tape measure test: Find out why your waistline tells a more accurate story about your health than your BMI, your scale, or your body size — and how to use it at home for free.Why 12 hours of fasting is enough: Learn the surprisingly achievable protocol Dr. Li follows himself every single day — and why the research says you don't need to go longer to see real results.The truth about 16:8: Discover the origin story of the most popular intermittent fasting method — and why its famous time window has almost nothing to do with human science.Insulin is the metabolic switch: Understand the simple biological reason your body burns fat while you sleep — and how the timing of your last meal determines how hard it works overnight.Ultra-lean is not ultra-safe: Find out why the medical literature puts extreme leanness in the same dangerous category as extreme obesity — and what that means for how we define a healthy goal.About Our GuestDr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, researcher, and author whose work has impacted over 70 diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. He is the founder and president of the Angiogenesis Foundation and is best known for his groundbreaking TED Talk, Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?, which has been viewed by millions worldwide. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.🌐 Website: drwilliamli.com 📸 Instagram: @drwilliamli************************DIDN'T KNOW YOU HAVE TOXIC LAUNDRY?! THIS IS THE SOLUTION!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it finally! Here is the link to it (and
Could the biggest toxin affecting your health be hiding inside your walls?You vacuum, you clean, you buy all the toxin-free cleaning products — and you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, and like your body is working against you. What if the problem isn't what you're putting in your body, but what's living invisibly inside your home?In this eye-opening episode, mold and remediation expert — and Gwyneth Paltrow’s mold guru — Michael Rubino shares the shocking ways mold and indoor toxins may be impacting everything from brain fog and fatigue to weight gain, hormone disruption, and autoimmune conditions.Michael pulls back the curtain on the shocking connection between mold, mycotoxins, and the chronic symptoms millions of women write off as aging — brain fog, fatigue, weight gain that won't budge, hormonal disruption, and even autoimmune conditions. More importantly, he gives you a clear, empowering roadmap: how to test your own home, what to look for in every room, and the simple daily habits that dramatically reduce your toxic burden starting tonight.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What mold and mycotoxins actually areWhy mold exposure may contribute to brain fog and chronic fatigueThe surprising connection between toxins and weight gainHow mold may impact hormones, fertility, and autoimmune conditionsThe #1 place mold commonly hides in homesWhy standard mold testing often misses the real problemHow dust testing works and why it may be more accurateThe most common hidden mold areas in your houseWhat to know about bathrooms, grout, and trapped moistureHow mold grows inside reusable water bottles and appliancesWhy drying matters just as much as cleaningWhen mold remediation may require opening wallsPractical first steps to creating a healthier home environment…and so much more that will transform the way you think about mold exposure, indoor health, exercise, aging, and long-term wellness.About Our Guest Expert:Michael Rubino is a mold and remediation expert specializing in indoor environmental health and water-damaged building recovery. He helps homeowners and professionals identify, address, and prevent mold-related issues through science-informed, practical strategies focused on moisture control and long-term remediation solutions.Connect with Michael:InstagramFacebookWebsite****************************************Get Cleaner, Regulated, Better Supplements for LessDid your last order of vitamins come off a big online overnight shipping platform but you have no idea how long it was sitting in an overheated warehouse?Or maybe those Omega-3’s you take are actually rancid but you wouldn’t know?That’s why I’m excited to have found a platform that is not only efficacious and 3rd-party lab tested, but also regulated to have the ingredients in them that are on the label!And Fullscript has 100+ brands of supplements you may already be taking…only better. Safer. What your family needs.Yup — your one-stop shop for high-quality wellness and supplement products from brands people actually trust.Better still? I have been able to secure the most awesome discounts for you. Every order. Every day of the year. Even more savings with auto-ship.Whether you’re leveling up your health routine, trying to stay consistent, or just attempting to remember to take your vitamins before 11 PM, Fullscript makes the whole process way easier.✨ Easy online ordering✨ Practitioner-trusted supplement brands✨ Personalized wellness support✨ Delivered straight to your door (because leaving the house is optional)Just click HERE to set up a free account. Or visit:https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/samanthaharris_store/store-start************************************Why clean clothes with toxic cleaners? Try this instead!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are
Coffee Helpful or Harmful + Soy & Alcohol and the Truth About Breast Cancer with guest expert Dr. William Li #62What if the habits you already have — your morning coffee, your soy latte, your occasional glass of wine — are actually working for you, not against you? In this episode, Samantha sits down once again with William Li, MD, internationally renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet, to cut through decades of nutritional myths and replace fear with facts.From the cancer-fighting compound hiding in your espresso, to the truth about soy and breast cancer risk that 14 published studies now confirm, to what your "healthy" stevia packet may secretly contain — Dr. Li delivers the kind of science-backed clarity that changes how you shop, eat, and think about food as medicine every single day. This is one of those episodes you'll want to share with every woman you love.What You'll LearnThe chlorogenic acid triple-threat: How the natural compound in coffee simultaneously lowers inflammation, activates brown fat to burn visceral fat, AND cuts off the blood supply to cancer cells.Organic coffee is more potent: Why pesticide-free farming causes the coffee plant to produce more chlorogenic acid — meaning organic beans are literally more medicinal.The dairy-in-coffee trap: How dairy fat forms "soap bubbles" around chlorogenic acid, blocking up to 20–30% of its absorption in your gut.Cellular aging and telomeres: How chlorogenic acid has been shown to slow the shortening of telomeres — the protective caps on your DNA — keeping your tissues and organs more vital, longer.The 1–4 cup sweet spot: What the clinical and epidemiological research says about optimal daily coffee intake and how not to get paralyzed by the math.The stevia label scandal: Why a "pure stevia" label can be deceiving — and how the filler erythritol, often hidden inside, has been linked by cardiologists to increased heart attack risk.Soy is nature's tamoxifen: How soy's phytoestrogen (genistein) has a completely different molecular structure than human estrogen — and actually blocks estrogen receptors the same way the breast cancer drug tamoxifen does.14 JAMA-level studies, one conclusion: Every single study examining soy consumption in women at high breast cancer risk found improved survival rates and lower recurrence — with no study showing increased mortality.The 10-gram soy protein target: How one tall glass of soy milk or a small portion of tofu delivers the daily amount studied in clinical trials for breast protection.Emulsifiers and your gut microbiome: Why additives like carrageenan, guar gum, and polysorbate in commercial coffee drinks and plant milks silently alter the healthy bacteria in your gut, raising systemic inflammation.About Our GuestDr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, researcher, and author whose work has impacted over 70 diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. He is the founder and president of the Angiogenesis Foundation and is best known for his groundbreaking TED Talk, Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?, which has been viewed by millions worldwide. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet.🌐 Website: drwilliamli.com 📸 Instagram: @drwilliamli********************************************DIDN'T KNOW YOU HAVE TOXIC LAUNDRY?! THIS IS THE SOLUTION!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it finally!!! Here is the link to it (and you can message me on Instagram or Facebook to check to see if there are any great offers happening with current savings!)CLICK THIS LINK for the details and get 100 FREE LOADS ...or copy & paste this link👇🏻https://click.trulyfreeho
Build a Virus-Proof Gut:How to Optimize Your Inner Defenses and Protect Your Brain from Aging with guest expert Robynne Chutkan, MD #61We talk so much about immunity, but what if the real conversation starts in your gut?In this episode, I’m joined by gastroenterologist and bestselling author Dr. Robynne Chutkan, and we’re breaking down something most women are never told: 80% of your immune system lives in your gut. We unpack how everyday medications, well-intentioned prescriptions, and quick fixes can quietly undermine your long-term health — and what it actually looks like to support your gut for resilience now and independence later.This is an essential episode for anyone who wants to optimize their biology and protect their long-term cognitive and microbiome health.What You’ll LearnWhy 80% of your immune system lives in your gutHow stomach acid plays a critical role in antiviral defenseThe hidden gut costs of proton pump inhibitors and NSAIDsWhat antibiotics really do to your microbiome — and why probiotics can’t undo it allThe surprising link between antibiotics and brain health in midlife womenThe most important questions to ask your doctor before filling a prescriptionWhy optimization often starts with what you stop doing...and much more!About Our Guest Expert:Robynne Chutkan, MD, is an integrative gastroenterologist, microbiome expert, and author wants to help you find your Gutbliss.She is also the author of Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, The Bloat Cure, and The Antiviral Gut. She is known for bridging cutting-edge science with practical, food-first solutions that empower people to take charge of their gut, immune, and overall health.Dr. Chutkan shares, "I was educated at Yale (undergraduate) and Columbia (medical school and residency), did my GI training at Mount Sinai Hospital in NY, and have been on the faculty at Georgetown Hospital since 1997. I am passionate about gut health, and I believe better digestive health is within reach for most of us. My goal is to help you understand the feedback your GI tract is giving you, identify the root cause of your digestive distress, and provide you with the tools to heal your gut. Knowledge, like food, is powerful medicine."Find Dr. Chutkan:Website: https://www.robynnechutkan.comInstagram: @drchutkanFacebook: Dr. Robynne Chutkan****************************************Get the harmful chemicals OUT of your Laundry!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it finally! Here is the link to it (and you can message me to check to see if there are any great offers happening with current savings!CLICK THIS LINK for the details and get 100 FREE LOADS 👇🏻 or click below:https://click.trulyfreehome.com/aff_c?offer_id=238&aff_id=5912****************************************Save on regulated, CLEAN SUPPLEMENTS, shipped right to your door!Since you tune into my podcast, I will assume you also want to be sure that the supplements you are taking are not only as efficacious as possible, as well as third-party lab tested, but also are of the highest quality and actually contain the ingredients that are listed on the label.I am all about regular testing, purity and potency when it comes to supplements for my family and me...and that’s why I’m excited to be able to share how -- only when you sign up with my link below -- you can get the BIGGEST DISCOUNT EVERY SINGLE DAY of the year on your supplements you are already taking, but better!Sadly, most practitioners who offer a discount, honor only 10% off supplements for their patients— but as a certified health coach who is also a 2x cancer thriver
The Estrogen Exit: Your Midlife Revolution Solution with guest expert Mary Claire Haver, MDWe are officially moving past the "grin and bear it" era of aging and stepping into a total health revolution. In this episode of Your Healthiest Healthy, I’m joined by the phenomenal Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified OB-GYN and author of the new manual for midlife, The New Perimenopause. We are tackling the biological "why" behind your symptoms—from brain fog and migraines to the "estrogen exit" that affects your heart, gut, and inner ear.Dr. Haver breaks down the systemic problem in medicine where women are often over-medicated with six different prescriptions when the root issue is hormonal. We dive deep into the science of why your cholesterol might spike by 18% during the transition and why building "muscle armor" is your best defense against frailty at 80. Whether you are navigating natural menopause or the oncology barriers facing survivors, this episode is about reclaiming your power and making small, manageable daily steps toward your 10% toxic goals.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The Estrogen Map: Why receptors in your heart, gut, and brain mean menopause is a full-body event.The 30-Minute Walk: How a simple walk after your main meal can slash your diabetes risk by 50%.The Estrobolome: Understanding how your gut bacteria recycle and package healthy forms of estrogen.Bone Density Secrets: The "sweet spot" blood levels needed to actually grow bone, not just stop the loss.Vaginal Estrogen Facts: Why it is a life-saving tool for preventing UTIs and sepsis, even for many breast cancer survivors.The Perimenopause "Chaos": Why the rate of bone loss and cholesterol increase is actually greatest before you reach menopause.Creatine & Brain Fog: The observational benefits of creatine for cognition and midlife brain health.The Cholesterol Shift: Why LDL levels drift upward across the transition even if your diet hasn't changed.10% Toxic Living: How Dr. Haver manages hair color, glass storage, and non-toxic cookware in her own busy life.Testosterone Nuance: The role of testosterone in libido, sarcopenia prevention, and the risks of over-dosing .About Our Guest Expert:Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD is a board-certified OBGYN, time 100 creator, and New York Times bestselling author. She is recognized for her expertise in menopause, perimenopause, and midlife women’s health, and was a pivotal contributor to the ABC special Oprah’s Menopause Revolution. Dr. Haver’s research and clinical work focus on hormonal health, neurological well-being, cardiovascular and bone health, and optimizing quality of life for women during the Pause Life. She is the author of The New Menopause and The New Perimenopause, providing evidence-based guidance for women navigating midlife health.Connect with Dr. Haver:Website: https://thepauselife.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaireFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryclaire****************************************Get the harmful chemicals OUT of your Laundry!It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it finally! Here is the link to it (and you can message me to check to see if there are any great offers happening with current savings!CLICK THIS LINK for the details and get 100 FREE LOADS 👇🏻https://click.trulyfreehome.com/aff_c?offer_id=238&aff_id=5912****************************************Save on regulated, CLEAN SUPPLEMENTS, shipped right to your door!Since you tune into my podcast, I will assume you also want to be sure that the supplements you are taking are not only as efficacious as possible, as well as third-pa
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Get ready to finally truly level up your health in ways you may not have realized you could! Hi! It's Samantha Harris. From Emmy Award-winning TV journalist (Dancing with the Stars, Entertainment Tonight) to breast cancer thriver, #1 bestselling wellness author, and Certified Health Coach — I'm here to guide you to be your healthiest yet! Blindsided by breast cancer at age 40 ignited something so powerful that it compelled me to search for the answers we all need to successfully mitigate risk of chronic disease, and live more vibrantly and healthier than ever! Then at age 50, BAM! Knocked down again by a breast cancer recurrence. That's when I realized that trying to be "100% toxin-free" 100% of the time, fails. Every. Time. The overwhelm, fear and worry were just too much. I realized that focusing on what I could do to reduce my toxic burden down to as close to 10% as possible leads to success. It allows me the wiggle room to live fully, not fearfully. And now
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