Menopause Management - Dr. Barbie Taylor

The 3 Lifestyle Habits That Reject Breast Cancer

You have more power over your breast cancer risk than you think. 💪 In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor shares the three lifestyle choices that can make the biggest difference—maintaining a healthy weight, staying active, and staying smoke-free. Learn how even moderate exercise can cut your risk by 18%, why every pound matters, and how small daily choices can fli...

Boob Food – Eating to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk

What if changing what you eat could cut your breast cancer risk by more than half? 🌱 In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor reveals how a 100% plant-based diet can reduce your risk by up to 68%, while just one daily glass of wine can increase it by 60%. She shares the “breast friends” and “breast foes” of food—and practical tips to make prevention simple, sustai...

Worried about breast cancer? You’re not alone—but the reality may be far less frightening than you think. In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor discusses survival rates stage by stage, challenges the myths that fuel fear, and reveals why breast cancer is often the least worrisome of the major gynecologic cancers.  If the “what ifs” keep you up at night, this episode will help you breathe easier. 

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Breast Cancer Through the Ages & Stages – Have We Come Full Circle?

From disfiguring radical mastectomies of the past to today’s aggressive combos of surgery, radiation, and chemo—have breast cancer treatments really advanced, or just changed shape? In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor takes us on a thought-provoking journey through the history of breast cancer treatment, exposing patterns of overtreatment, ...

Diagnosis of Breast Cancer – Why a Second Opinion Could Save You

Getting a breast cancer diagnosis can be scary and overwhelming—but did you know it’s often based on just one pathologist’s interpretation of a tiny tissue sample? In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor pulls back the curtain on how diagnoses are made, why biopsy results can vary, and why getting a second opinion on your pathology report is absolutel...

Beyond Mammograms – Exploring Your Options

Mammograms may be the gold standard, but they’re far from perfect. In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor unpacks the pros and cons of alternative breast cancer screening methods—from MRIs and ultrasounds to molecular imaging. You’ll learn which options work better for dense breasts, why no test is flawless, and how to weigh the trade-offs to find what’s right for you.

The Great Mammogram Debate – What No One’s Telling You

Are mammograms saving lives—or causing unnecessary fear? In this no-fluff, eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor takes you straight into the heart of the mammogram controversy. She unpacks the messy truth behind conflicting guidelines, dense breasts, false positives, and the politics of cost vs. care. You’ll learn why “one-size-fits-all” recommendations d...

Mammogram Guidelines – Whose Rules Are You Following?

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor pulls back the curtain on mammogram screening guidelines—who creates them, what they really mean, and why they often have more to do with money than medicine. You'll learn how different organizations set conflicting rules about when to start, how often to screen, and when to stop mammograms, and why none o...

Radiologic Breast Exams – The 70% Solution

In this essential episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor dives into radiologic breast exams—the method responsible for detecting 70% of breast cancers. Focusing on mammograms, she explains how breast density, hormone status, and body composition affect image clarity, and why mammograms are truly a “black and white” issue. Learn how dense breast tissue complicates cancer detection...

Clinical Breast Exam – What Your Doctor Does (and Doesn’t)

In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor breaks down what a clinical breast exam entails—and how it compares to the self breast exam you do at home. Drawing from years of experience, she reveals why you may actually be better at detecting changes in your own breasts than your doctor. From timing and technique to familiarity and focus, this episode highlights...

Self Breast Exam – How, When & What to Check

In this detailed and essential episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor teaches you exactly how to perform a self breast exam—the right way. Learn the recommended positions, timing, and what to look and feel for (hint: think "rocks and pebbles," not lumps). She dispels common myths (like checking in the shower) and illustrates how this 30-minute monthly habit can be...

Episode 390: Breast Inspection – The Key to Catching Cancer Early

In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor introduces the three essential methods of breast inspection—self-exam, clinical exam, and radiologic imaging—to detect breast cancer before symptoms appear. With clarity and encouragement, she explains how these approaches work together and why familiarity with your own breasts can be your greatest advantage. L...

Symptoms of Breast Cancer

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor reveals a surprising truth—most breast cancers have no early symptoms. She debunks common myths, especially the widespread belief that breast pain signals cancer, and explains the difference between signs and symptoms. Learn why relying on symptoms alone can be dangerous, and how early detection truly depends on screening, not sensations....

Grading & Staging Breast Cancer – Know the Hidden Dangers

In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor breaks down the critical differences between grading and staging breast cancer—and exposes the hidden dangers that often leave patients confused or misinformed. Learn how cancer cell "grades" reflect aggressiveness, how "stages" indicate spread, and why stage 0 (carcinoma in situ) can be mislead...

Red Lights, Green Lights – Understanding Breast Cancer Risk

In today's episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor uses a simple analogy to explain the progression and prevention of breast cancer. She explores how various genetic, hormonal, and lifestyle factors act as either red lights (stopping cancer) or green lights (allowing it to develop). With clarity and compassion, she empowers you to become your own “traffic cop...

The Pathology of Breast Cancer (YouTube Video #386)

In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor demystifies the process of how normal breast cells become cancerous. Using clear analogies and a step-by-step breakdown, she walks you through the stages from healthy tissue to invasive cancer—showing how breast cancer develops slowly over time. Learn about different breast cancer types, the meaning behind terms like “hyperp...

Does HRT Cause Breast Cancer?

In this episode, the last of seven tutorials focused on HRT and breast cancer, we put hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on trial to answer the burning question: Does it cause breast cancer? Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor carefully walks us through six scientific tests of causation—consistency, dosage, hormone type, persistence, cancer type, and timing—to separate fact from fear. Tune in for a ...

The WHI Findings on Breast Cancer (Liar Liar Breasts on Fire)

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor exposes the flawed science and media-driven hysteria surrounding the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and breast cancer. She breaks down how the WHI's design, data manipulation, and misrepresentation of risk fueled widespread fear and misinformation th...

Is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) really linked to breast cancer? In this episode, Dr. Barbara "Menopause" Taylor walks us through over a century of research—from early case reports to flawed modern studies—and explains how misinformation has shaped public perception. Learn why most studies show no connection, and why critical thinking is essential for your health decisions. Don’t miss this eye-opening look at the fact...