In this episode of Keeping Abreast , Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with hormone expert Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson to break down the myths and misconceptions about estrogen, hormone therapy, and the medical system’s failure to properly educate women on their hormonal health. 🚨💡 Dr. Berkson shares her deep expertise on the history of estrogen fear-mongering, the critical differences between bioidentical and synthetic hormones, and why women— even those with a history of breast cancer —need to rethink hormone therapy. In This Episode, You Will Learn: ✔️ Why estrogen has been wrongly vilified for decades ✔️ The truth about the Women’s Health Initiative Study and how it misled millions ✔️ How endocrine disruptors are silently wreaking havoc on your hormones ✔️ The crucial role of detoxification, nutrition, and exercise in hormonal balance ✔️ Why breast cancer survivors can benefit from hormone therapy Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson is a leading expert in hormone health, an author, and a researcher who has spent decades advocating for women’s right to accurate, science-based information about their bodies. She has worked with top medical institutions and continues to push back against outdated narratives that keep women in the dark. In this episode, she shares the groundbreaking truths that every woman needs to hear. 💡🔥 This conversation is packed with must-know strategies for reclaiming your hormonal health, challenging misinformation, and making empowered decisions about your well-being. Episode Timeline: 00:00 The Energetic Connection: A Serendipitous Meeting 02:13 Understanding Estrogen: The Misunderstood Hormone 05:54 The Fragmentation of Medicine: A Call for Holistic Care 12:04 The Vilification of Estrogen: Origins and Implications 18:08 The Role of Money and Litigation in Medical Narratives 23:53 Bioidentical vs. Synthetic Hormones: Understanding the Difference 29:51 The Habit Study: Debunking Myths Around Hormone Safety 46:55 The Overlooked Benefits of Hormones 47:36 Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer 51:27 Understanding Estrogen's Role in Health 54:21 Practical Steps for Hormone Balance 59:13 The Impact of Endocrine Disruptors 01:10:51 Strategies to Minimize Endocrine Disruptor Exposure 01:18:28 The Importance of Pre-Pregnancy Health 01:26:54 Empowering Women with Hormonal Knowledge Follow Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson on Social Media at @dlberkson #KeepingAbreast #HormoneHealth #EstrogenTruth #BioidenticalHormones #BreastCancerAwareness #WomensHealth 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
