Breast cancer prevention is possible, and the latest science is showing exactly how. On this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, host Chuck Carroll sits down with leading breast cancer surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk to reveal six steps every woman can take to prevent breast cancer and dramatically reduce breast cancer risk. From the role of a plant-based diet in breast cancer prevention to lifestyle habits that strengthen breast health, these strategies come directly from new research and could make a lifesaving difference.

The conversation also tackles one of the most debated questions in women’s health: Should women over 75 still get mammograms? A groundbreaking new study suggests the benefits are greater than many once believed. Dr. Funk shares her expert perspective on mammograms after 75 and what this means for women and their doctors.

In this episode you’ll discover:

- The six scientifically proven lifestyle habits that reduce breast cancer risk

- The role of diet, exercise, and alcohol in prevention

- How sleep and stress management affect breast cancer risk

- Why mammograms after age 75 may be more beneficial than expected

- What women of all ages can do today to improve long-term breast health

Have a question for Dr. Kristi Funk? Drop it in the comments below!

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Breast cancer lifestyle medicine study: https://bit.ly/LMBCStudy

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What if food could help you fight cancer? New research suggests that diet can play a role in improving outcomes for cancer patients, even slowing the progression of the disease. And Dr. Urvi Shah is leading the charge.

Dr. Shah was training to be an oncologist when she was diagnosed with cancer herself. This diagnosis sent her down a rabbit hole of cancer diet research, and today she's contributed to six dietary trials examining whether and how nutrition can play a role in improving outcomes for cancer patients.

In this episode of The Exam Room Dr. Shah and Chuck Carroll discuss:

- How diet could improve outcomes for cancer patients

- The best foods for cancer patients

- The role your gut health plays in recovery

- How to join a cancer diet trial

Dr. Shah's research can be found here: https://bit.ly/DrUrviShahResearch

Information on cancer clinical trials can be found here: https://bit.ly/ClinicalTrialsDrShah

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There is no reason to fear potatoes ... even if you have diabetes or want to lose weight. Dr. Hana Kahleova breaks down the latest research on this humble tuber, busting myths and making the case for including more potatoes in your diet.

In this episode of The Exam Room podcast Dr. Kahleova joins Chuck Carroll to teach:

- Why potatoes get such a bad reputation

- What the science says about potatoes and diabetes

- How potatoes compare to basmati rice

- Why potatoes rank #1 on the satiety index

- Why potatoes may actually help with diabetes and weight loss

Check out the latest research here: https://bit.ly/PotatoStudy25

PCRM’s Best In The World cookbooks can be purchased here: https://bit.ly/PCRMCookbooks

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