Dr Sarah Ball and Dr Alison Macbeth discuss the challenges of endocrine treatment and the significant impact this has on the patients they see. They also answer some of our listeners' questions, such as the use of HRT with Tamoxifen and we discuss vaginal oestrogen whilst on Tamoxifen and vaginal oestrogen whilst on aromatase inhibitors.Dr Sarah Ball has a special interest in women with a past history of cancer and a history of Histamine Intolerance.Dr Alison MacBeth is a breast speciality doctor who has set up a menopause clinic within her NHS breast unit in Glasgow.They both work in a private practice too. Links are below.https://www.healthinmenopause.co.uk/about/team/dr-sarah-ballhttps://www.healthinmenopause.co.uk/about/team/dr-alison-macbethEpisode mentions:Episode 22: Antidepressants to Treat the Symptoms of Menopause after Cancer Episode 30: Rethinking Tamoxifen & Aromatase Inhibitors About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Many people say their clinical nurse specialist has helped them much more in dealing with menopausal symptoms than their doctors ever did. Sadly, many more say they were pushed back when they went and asked for help. Andrea Ward is a team leader for the breast care nurse team at York and Scarborough NHS Trust. She works in a combined role as a Macmillan Breast Care Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Nurse Practitioner and on the episode today she is helping us understand what we can expect from our specialist nurses at what point in our treatment. It is crucial that we know who to ask for help! About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Professor Waljit Dhillo is a Professor in Endocrinology & Metabolism at Imperial College London. He has shown for the first time that NK3R antagonists reduce menopausal symptoms by 73% in post-menopausal women with severe flushing. This is incredible! Let’s hear how this can help you.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

We are often so wrapped up in our own experiences that we have little time to learn about others. Yet, it is the thinking and learning outside the box that can often help us move forward the most.Erectile dysfunction is a side effect of some treatments for prostate cancer for men. Just like we know low libido can affect women. But what are the differences between men and women? What help is available for men? And do women have the same support?This conversation is all about learning and our good friend and therapist Kevin Ford is the most inspirational person we can learn from. Listen up. You’ll get goosebumps from his honesty alone.Kevin Ford can be contacted for therapy and advice here:kevinfordtherapy.comThe LGBTQ support group Kevin mentions is: https://www.lgbt-walnut.org.uk/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Nigel Denby is a registered dietitian and author of ten successful nutrition books. He is on the podcast today to help us understand how we can tackle weight loss.Where do we even start to address this? Do we need to work with a calorie deficit or not? And how do we set realistic aims?We also talk about insulin sensitivity and the onset of IBS stye symptoms. I am amazed by the 10% statistic he tells us about! What a fab and informative chat!Join Nigel and his services here https://www.harleystathome.com/join-today where everyone will be able to access 30 days free membership to their community.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Today I’m celebrating my birthday and it is a great opportunity to dive a little deeper into self-celebration. Yes! You heard correctly I want to challenge you in celebrating yourself today too - because it is not bragging or showing off - it’s actually OK!Tune in for why it’s important, what it might mean for you and I will lead by example and celebrate myself openly on the podcast today!About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Do you wake up at 3am and can’t fall back asleep? Or do you struggle to fall asleep? Has your sleep changed since you’re on long-term cancer treatment?Our guest today is the incredible Dr Zoe Schaedel who is a sleep AND menopause expert. She has extensive experience in helping cancer patients both in the NHS and privately and she will talk to us through everything there is to know: from sleeping pills to strategies. Regardless of how long you have been sleeping poorly. Regardless of why you think you can’t sleep properly. Listen to this - there is hope!You can find Zoe at The Good Sleep Clinic here https://goodsleep.clinicOr at Myla Health https://www.mylahealth.co.uk/dr-zoe-schaedel Book mentions:How to Beat Insomnia and Sleep Problems One Step at a Time by Kirstie Anderson The One-week Insomnia Cure: Learn to Solve Your Sleep Problems by Jason EllisAbout Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

When Jo Woolnough asked her oncologist to discuss the use of HRT after her breast cancer diagnosis her oncologist said “No, she can’t have that conversation.” In this episode, I want to find out what Jo’s thought processes were in exploring HRT after her oestrogen driven breast cancer and I am curious to hear if Jo got her “Funny back”.The use of HRT after a cancer diagnosis is a topic that brings with it many conflicting information and opinions. It is my aim to have a non-judgemental conversation that explores one person’s thoughts and decisions, today this is Jo’s story.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

In today’s episode, I want to find out how best to eat from a researcher who has run more than 30 human nutrition studies! To my surprise, it is way more than what we put on our plates and I am blown away by some of the facts that our guest is sharing with us.Dr Sarah Berry is an associate professor at Kings College London and has run more than 30 human nutrition studies. Most notably, she's the lead nutritional scientist for PREDICT: The world's largest in-depth nutritional research program. Let’s do this. Let’s learn from decades of research and how we can apply this to our own long-term health. For more in-depth information on all the amazing stuff Sarah has talked us through, listen to the podcast: ZOE Science & Nutrition About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Healing is not linear and it takes time to digest our options and figure out what’s best to do next. Our entire life’s experiences shape our decision making process in the now and even if we know all of our options it does not mean we are ready to take action. Much talking and much ‘mulling over’ needs to happen too.I am so grateful that Keeley Farrington has offered to come onto the podcast today to speak about her journey of menopause since her surgery for ovarian cancer. Keeley came onto my Empowered Menopause program in 2022 and it is fascinating to hear what she has done to transform her experience of the menopause. Keeley is a Surrey based acupuncturist and you can find her here:keeley@brightarrow.co.ukShe also works at www.cliniconthehill.co.uk Here is some more info about our Empowered menopause program. Make sure you check the start date. https://www.empoweredmenopause.co.uk/groupinformationpageAbout Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Has anyone been told by their consultant not to drink alcohol once diagnosed with breast cancer? I have and it's hard to swallow!This was a question we had in the Facebook community and a flurry of messages followed. So I wanted to talk about my personal relationship with alcohol and how that has changed over the years.So come and join me on my thought processes and why becoming teetotal was easier for me than moderating my alcohol intake. I am embarking on my 9th year alcohol-free and am loving it still!Podcast mention: Myth Busting with an Oncologist About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

If you think an oncologist should have it all figured out then think again. Rachel Elliot has been an oncologist for decades and only once she was diagnosed with a hormone dependant breast cancer herself did she realise how under-supported women are in managing their symptoms and experiences. This is a wonderful account of a Doctor who became the patient. “It really struck home that I am not the only one struggling, not the only one feeling guilty and that I should be grateful to be alive. Not the only one feeling this little white tablet is worse than chemotherapy.”About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Welcome to our myth busting session! There are many controversial topics in the cancer space. There is much confusion and as patients, we often have many questions. Many of you tell me that you’ve tried to ask your oncologist about various topics but were unsatisfied with the answers you got.Does a vegan diet help with hot flushes? How shall I eat to improve my chances of survival? Is movement medicine? And does it need to be “more is better?”Does hair dye and skin care increase the risk of cancer?Do deodorants increase the risk of cancer?What about underwire bras? How much alcohol is safe to drink? Is a collagen supplement safe? What about a turkey tail mushroom supplement? The fab Dr Eleanora Teplinsky, a board-certified medical oncologist specialising in breast and gynaecological oncology is on the podcast today to talk about all these questions and I am so grateful that she has taken the time for this myth busting session. She is is the Head of Breast Medical Oncology at Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care in Paramus, NJ and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York.You can find Dr. Teplinski here:https://www.instagram.com/drteplinsky/?hl=enhttps://interludecancerstories.com/about-dr-teplinsky/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

What do we know about the use of testosterone therapy for a person with a history of cancer? What data is available to us and how do we use this to make decisions in a patient-doctor relationship?I discuss this with Mr. Vikram Talaulikar, associate specialist at the reproductive medicine unit and associate Professor in Women's Health at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.He has published widely in the area of reproductive medicine and explains to us what we know and what we don’t know and how he handles this in his day-to-day practice. Mr Talaulikar: https://www.menopausecliniclondon.co.uk/about-usOr Instagram: @menopausecliniclondonAbout Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Today we are joined by Dr Angela Wright, a BMS Advanced Menopause Specialist & Menopause Trainer who is particularly interested in improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms in women who have undergone cancer treatment.Angela talks about addressing the patient as a whole body, in a holistic way, incorporating mental and emotional health into a person’s physical healing and recovery. As a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM), Angela is at the forefront of treatment options and talks about a new drug, currently not readily available everywhere but through some specialist doctors. It gives hope and knowledge that things are moving in the right direction.You can find Dr Wright here:https://spicedpearhealth.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/spicedpearhealth/?hl=enAngela collaborates frequently with Maggie’s centres: https://www.maggies.org/our-centres/maggies-cambridge/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Today’s episode is a little different - I want to share my truth with you and be as open as I can be with my experiences of life over the last two months.Because healing is not linear.Because my trust in my own body is so fragile at times.Because I want to stay true to my values and one of them is being honest.Because I am 10 years on from my initial diagnosis! YAY! I am so very lucky :-)What a ride it has been.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Histamine Intolerance is one of the much lesser-known symptoms of menopause and I am delighted to welcome Dr Anisha Patel onto this week's episode. Anita has been diagnosed with bowel cancer herself and shares not only her personal story but also many nuggets from her professional experience as a GP with a special interest in women’s health.A key takeaway for me from speaking to Anisha was that all things take time. Time to unfold and understand.So, if you are feeling a little frustrated that you might not have found solutions or help in managing your menopausal symptoms as quickly as you’d hoped, then I hope today’s episode will show that even if you’re a doctor and even if you’re a doctor who is married to another doctor, it takes some time to put two and two together!You can find Dr Anisha Patel on Instagram: @doctorsgetcancertooHere's Dr Anisha Patel’s book: everything you hoped you’d never need to know about bowel cancerHistamine Intolerance resources shared by Dr Patel:https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Histamine-Intolerance-v21-03.pdfhttps://balance-menopause.com/uploads/2021/09/Histamine-Intolerance-1.pdfhttps://drbeckycampbell.com/menopause-and-histamine-intolerance-connection/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

In a recent poll in my private Facebook group, I asked our members to tick all the symptoms they associate with being in menopause after cancer. I plan to address these one by one over the next few months with all my amazing experts on the podcast.Today, I am joined by Dr. Phillippa Kaye, who is a London based GP with over a decade of experience. Together we will explore what came out at the very top of the poll: HOT FLUSHES + BRAIN FOGPhilippa has a special interest and further training in women’s health, children’s health and sexual health. She is also the author of The M word - everything you need to know about the menopause, she is a journalist, broadcaster on national TV and a mother. The second edition of The M word is out now. Here is the link to the book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Word-Everything-Need-About-Menopause/dp/1787832945You can find Philippa here: https://www.drphilippakaye.com/Or on Instagram: @drphilippakayeHere is the private Facebook group link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Both tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors (AIs) are hormonal therapies used in the treatment of oestrogen-positive (ER-positive) breast cancers to stop tumour growth and recurrence and to treat cancer that has come back after initial treatment or that has spread to other parts of the body.These treatments come with the benefits of reducing the risks of cancer recurrence and they also come with a host of unwanted side effects. Many women say that being on a long-term anti-hormone treatment is much harder to navigate than chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery altogether.In today’s episode, I am inviting Dr Alison Macbeth into the conversation. She is a Breast Speciality Doctor in an NHS Breast Surgery in Glasgow and sees NHS patients from all over the west coast of Scotland.She is passionate about meeting the often-overlooked needs of women in all stages of treatment or recovery from breast cancer. She gained experience as an NHS GP with a special interest in Women's Health, Menopause and Genito-urinary prolapse.Alison has an incredible understanding of what women go through and brings a compassionate approach to helping them have a good quality of life after their cancer diagnosis. You can find Dr Alison Macbeth here https://thebms.org.uk/clinic/stobhill-hospital-breast-unit/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/

Do we need a supplement? Do they even work?How should we eat in menopause after cancer? How to move?Anti-Inflammatory diets? What does that actually mean?Genomic Testing, Thermography…All these above questions come into my inbox every week and I can’t help but think that so many of us cancer survivors are dabbling at integrating methods into our lives - but from personal experience, I know we don’t always know what we are doing. We don’t have a grand plan. I’m super excited to welcome the most knowledgeable expert onto today’s episode. Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel. Nina holds more qualifications than I can mention and she will talk us through what Integrative Medicine is, how we can implement it and how we can all improve our health in simple bite-sized steps.Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel is an Integrative Medicine doctor, scientist and educator with degrees in Medicine and Natural Sciences from Cambridge, as well as an ongoing MSc in Precision Cancer Medicine at the University of Oxford. Dr Fuller-Shavel is a Fellow of the College of Medicine and the Co-Chair of BSIO (British Society for Integrative Oncology). Alongside her scientific and medical training, Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel holds multiple qualifications in nutrition, integrative medicine, functional medicine (IFMCP), health coaching (FMCA), herbal medicine, yoga, mindfulness and other mind-body approaches. Dr Fuller-Shavel is the founder and Director of Synthesis Clinic, a multidisciplinary integrative medicine, specialising in women’s health and integrative cancer care. Find out more about Dr Nina’s work at: https://www.synthesisclinic.co.uk/About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/