Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn
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.
Episodes
In this solo episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons delivers an empowering and deeply personal message about what true health means—and why less than 10% of Americans are metabolically healthy.
Drawing from her recent community webinar, Dr. Jenn unpacks the real roots of breast cancer, the systemic failures of modern medicine, and how personalized health plans can transform outcomes. She explains why breast cancer is not a ran...
In this empowering episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes bestselling author and women’s-hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder for a candid conversation about perimenopause—the most misunderstood phase in women’s health.
Drawing on 17 years in practice and her own journey through postpartum, Hashimoto’s, and perimenopause, Dr. Snyder unpacks what really happens when estrogen and progesterone begin to decline—and why this ...
In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes advocate Donna Pinto to uncover the truth about DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ), mammography, and the epidemic of overdiagnosis.
Donna shares her personal journey from shock diagnosis to advocacy, exposing how fear, language, and profit drive women into unnecessary treatments. Together, she and Dr. Jenn highlight the emotional toll of mislabeling DCIS as cancer, ...
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In this thought-provoking episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Pam Popper—author, educator, and tireless advocate for informed health. From her own personal health struggles to becoming a leading voice for medical reform, Dr. Popper shares why personal responsibility and lifestyle choices are at the heart of true wellness.
Together, they challenge conventional ideas about weight, health,...
In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson to challenge the conventional wisdom on heart health. Together, they unpack the failures of mainstream cardiology, the risks of statins, and why true healing comes from addressing root causes—not masking symptoms with pharmaceuticals.
From nutrition and stress management to environmental toxins and community support, Dr. Wolfso...
In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Ashley Lucas, a former professional ballerina turned PhD nutritionist and founder of PhD Weight Loss. Dr. Lucas shares her remarkable journey from struggling with under-eating and injury in the ballet world to helping over 11,000 people lose nearly 500,000 pounds by addressing the real root of weight issues: metabolic health.
Together, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Ashley expose t...
In this inspiring episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Fabrizio “Fab” Mancini—internationally recognized chiropractor, educator, speaker, and author of Self-Health.
Together, they unpack the failings of a profit-driven healthcare system and reveal how true healing begins with personal responsibility, lifestyle choices, and reconnecting to the body’s innate ability to heal.
From his transformative car accident in...
In this episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Hania Bednarski, a breast surgeon pioneering cryoablation as an alternative to conventional breast cancer surgery.
For decades, breast cancer treatment has changed little—yet Dr. Bednarski is forging a new path, reducing trauma while preserving women’s wholeness. She shares her journey from trauma and hand surgery into breast care, and ultimately into cryoablation. To...
In the conclusion of this two-part conversation, Dr. Jenn Simmons and Dr. Jeffrey Dach go deeper on bioidentical hormones, long-term estrogen deprivation (LTED), and why “have” vs. “had” breast cancer matters when discussing HRT. They examine apoptosis after LTED, the role of estrogen in genomic stability, and how overdiagnosis from screening can drive unnecessary treatment. They also cover practical prevention pillars—iodine, DIM,...
In this thought-provoking episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Jeffrey Dach for a powerful discussion on bioidentical hormones, estrogen, and the myths that have shaped women’s health for decades.
Dr. Dach draws from over 40 years of clinical experience and research to challenge the mainstream narrative that estrogen causes breast cancer. Together, he and Dr. Jenn explore how estrogen protects DNA integrity, why...
In this eye-opening episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons welcomes Dr. Jessica Peatross for a deeply personal conversation about health, healing, and taking back control of your body and choices.
Dr. Peatross shares her journey through years of professional and personal challenges—from nervous system dysregulation and inflammation to reclaiming her health through mindfulness, targeted nutrition, and hormone balance. Together,...
In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn sits down with Warren Phillips—also known as the Non-Toxic Dad—for a raw and revealing look at the hidden toxic exposures affecting our everyday lives.
Together, they explore the deep connection between environmental toxins and chronic illness, the dark truth behind greenwashing, and why detoxification may be even more important than nutrition when it comes to long-term health. W...
In this eye-opening episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn sits down with Dr. Tyna Moore for a bold and unfiltered conversation about hormones, metabolism, and the urgent need to rethink modern medicine.
Together, they share their personal journeys with plant-based nutrition, the breakdown of conventional medical thinking, and the real-world struggles patients face when trying to get holistic, informed care. Dr. Tyna brings her no-non...
In this thought-provoking episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn welcomes Dr. Tracey Stroup for a deep dive into the fascinating world of peptides, the foundations of true wellness, and the mindset shifts needed for lasting health.
Together, they explore why foundational habits—not just trendy treatments—are the true drivers of healing. Dr. Stroup shares how our modern lifestyle, food supply, and even cultural shifts have impacted our...
In this enlightening episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn sits down with world-renowned surgical oncologist Dr. Francisco Contreras to explore how mindset, metabolic therapy, and integrative medicine can change the cancer care conversation.
Guided by the influence of his father, a pioneer in holistic oncology, Dr. Contreras shares his path to becoming a surgeon and his mission to treat not just the disease, but the whole person. Fro...
In this insightful episode of Keeping Abreast, I sit down with celebrity chef and culinary innovator James Barry to explore the powerful relationship between food, health, and emotional well-being. From his early culinary influences to a career shaped by the events of 9/11, James shares how personal experiences have deeply impacted his approach to cooking and nutrition.
Together, we delve into the importance of mindful eating, the e...
Welcome to the 100th episode of Keeping Abreast! In this powerful episode of Dr. Jenn answers questions from her listeners and dives deep into the most commonly asked questions over the years. She discusses the evolution of breast cancer screening, emphasizing the importance of self-examination and the innovative QT scan technology. I address the challenges faced by breast cancer survivors, the role of hormone replacement therapy a...
In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, I sit down with renowned functional medicine pioneer Dr. Allen Magaziner to explore his transformative journey into integrative care. From the early days of facing resistance in a conventional medical landscape to building a thriving holistic practice, Dr. Magaziner shares how personal experiences—particularly his mother’s health struggles—led him to challenge the status quo.
Together, we...
In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I'm joined by visionary functional medicine practitioner and thought leader, Teri Cochrane, for a deep and eye-opening conversation about bio-individuality—the truth that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to health.
Teri shares her compelling personal journey that led her to create her unique approach to wellness, centered on genetics, pathogens, nutrition, an...
In this episode of Keeping Abreast, I sit down with Lynn Oberstein Feder, a passionate mother, baker, and wellness advocate whose lifelong health journey led her to profound transformation—both personally and professionally.
Lynn shares her early struggles with chronic illness and the cascade of misdiagnoses and overuse of antibiotics that left her searching for answers. We talk about the toll of conventional medicine, the power of ...
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