How to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk Without Obsessing Over Everything
Breast cancer is rising in younger women, but do we actually know why? And what should women really worry about when it comes to plastics, alcohol, fragrance, deodorant, chemicals, and other everyday exposures?
Tamsen Fadal sits down with medical oncologist Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky to separate breast cancer facts from fear and explain what the science actually says about risk.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What we know about everyday exposures and breast cancer
- The truth about plastics, alcohol, deodorant and fragrance
- Why dense breasts matter for breast cancer detection
- What women should know about mammograms and screening
- How to better understand your personal breast cancer risk
- Which lifestyle changes actually matter
If you’ve ever wondered what’s worth worrying about, what isn’t, and what you can actually do to protect your health, this conversation is for you.
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Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky
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The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show.
0:00 Intro
04:21 Why a Normal Mammogram Doesn’t Tell You Your Risk
06:33 Why Breast Cancer Is Rising in Women Under 50
09:19 You Did Not Cause Your Breast Cancer
11:17 How to Protect Your Health After Breast Cancer Treatment
13:05 What Women Need to Know About Mammograms and Dense Breasts
17:45 The Alcohol and Breast Cancer Risk Connection
19:41 3 Non-Negotiables for Lowering Breast Cancer Risk
27:14 When to Start Mammograms and How to Know Your Risk
29:35 The Breast Cancer Risk Calculator Every Woman Should Know
31:59 What Genetic Testing Can Reveal About Your Breast Cancer Risk
34:11 What We Know About GLP-1s and Cancer Risk
36:30 Managing Menopause Symptoms After Breast Cancer
38:14 How AI Could Change Breast Cancer Screening
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