Sometimes the most important decisions for our health are the ones we don’t think about until it’s almost too late. Breast cancer screening is one of those things; we’d all rather not face it, but the truth is, the earlier we pay attention, the more power we have. That’s why I wanted to have this conversation with two incredible leaders in women’s health who are changing the way we think about mammograms and breast cancer detection.

Dr. Chirag Parghi, a Breast-Specialized Radiologist and Chief Medical Officer at Washington Radiology, explains why starting mammograms at 40 can make all the difference, especially if you have dense breast tissue. He also shares how new imaging tools, combined with artificial intelligence, are helping women avoid unnecessary biopsies and get clearer answers. Dana Brown, CEO of iCAD, brings such an inspiring perspective on how AI is transforming cancer detection around the world and why this matters to every single one of us.

We also talked about the simple, everyday choices we can make that support breast health and why being proactive really is the best gift we can give ourselves. After you listen, if you’re struggling with energy dips, mood swings, or hormone changes, I’d love for you to join me in my Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass at dranna.com/hormones. It’s where we dig into what’s really driving those symptoms and how to feel like yourself again. And because I’m always looking for ways to support you: my Julva cream has been life-changing for women dealing with dryness or discomfort, and I have to say, I am obsessed with the new Mighty Maca Mango flavor. It’s so refreshing in sparkling water, and it gives me the energy boost I need to keep up with life.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:03:44] Importance of mammography.

[00:05:34] AI in mammography and its benefits.

[00:09:31] iCAD and AI in breast imaging.

[00:12:47] Breast density and calcifications.

[00:19:51] Comparison of mammography techniques.

[00:21:58] MRI and ultrasound in breast imaging.

[00:49:10] Guidelines for mammography screening.

Memorable Quotes:

"This is such an important topic. This saves lives. The more women you reach out to, if you can get 200 women to get their screening mammogram, you will save one life." [00:03:48] – Dr. Chirag Parghi

"The key takeaway is not all mammograms are created equal, and it's important to know what to ask for." [00:43:22] – Dana Brown

Links Mentioned:

Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass: https://dranna.com/hormones

Julva Cream: http://dranna.com/summeroflove

Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca

Connect with Dr. Chirag Parghi:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chirag-parghi-279164b5/

Connect with Dana Brown:

Website: https://www.icadmed.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-brown-a391a813/

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

Hormone health is rarely black and white, and that’s exactly why this conversation is so powerful. I sat down with my dear friend Natalie Jill, a Midlife Expert and Bestselling Author, to talk about the gray zones of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We got real about the myths that keep women confused or even afraid, and why a “one-size-fits-all” approach just doesn’t work.

We get into the tough questions, like is HRT safe, when should you consider it, and what other natural support options are out there? We also talked about how detoxing plays such a big role in hormone health and how simple things (yes, even broccoli sprouts!) can make a difference. You’ll hear why progesterone and testosterone matter so much more than most women realize, plus a few easy ways to support your hormones starting today.

If this resonates, I’d love for you to join me live for my Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass at dranna.com/hormones. And because I always get asked what I use myself, yes, Julva is one of my favorite daily essentials for intimate health, and I can’t wait for you to try it at dranna.com/summeroflove. And if you need something refreshing and fun? My new Mighty Maca Mango makes the perfect summer mocktail, popsicle, or afternoon pick-me-up. Check it out at dranna.com.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:01:08] Hormone therapy: natural vs. HRT.

[00:03:47] Customizing hormone treatment plans.

[00:09:18] Hormone detox pathways importance.

[00:11:46] Hormones and breast cancer risk.

[00:15:24] Hormone replacement therapy risks.

[00:19:17] Hormone testing methods explained.

[00:22:07] Benefits of estriol in therapy.

[00:27:14] Testosterone aromatizing to estrogen.

[00:30:15] Testosterone and estrogen balance.

[00:32:10] Testosterone injection vs. pellets.

[00:36:35] Testosterone cream for hair growth.

[00:39:45] Benefits of progesterone for health.

[00:43:42] Detoxing estrogen with broccoli sprouts.

[00:47:09] Estrogen dominance and hormone balance.

[00:49:07] Nervous system regulation and hormones.

[00:54:06] Mental health and hormone balance.

Memorable Quotes:

"I always want to enhance the body's natural processes versus suppress them." [00:17:30] – Dr. Anna Cabeca

"It's really how do we empower our body so that we are living our best life? And so what do we need to do to really fix our hormones? " [00:54:18] – Dr. Anna Cabeca

Links Mentioned:

Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass: https://dranna.com/hormones

Julva Cream: http://dranna.com/summeroflove

Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca

Free Class: https://drannacabeca.com/joinmagic

Connect with Natalie Jill:

Website: https://www.nataliejillfitness.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit/

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

Taking care of ourselves doesn’t always mean overhauling everything; it can start with one small choice to finally put our health first. That’s exactly what Tracy Slavik did after years of struggling with PCOS, weight, and hormonal ups and downs. She opened up about how she lost 100 pounds, regained her energy, and started trusting her body again with my Keto Green 16 program. Her story is such a reminder that real change is possible, even when it feels out of reach.

You’ll also hear from Angela Crump, who shares how she found her way back to joy after heartbreaking losses. Grief shook her world, but choosing self-care became her way of healing. She talks honestly about what it looked like to put her health back on the list and how those choices gave her life a new kind of vibrancy.

Both Tracy and Angela show us that when we take care of ourselves, everything else in life begins to shift too. This episode is full of real-life lessons, little mindset shifts, and encouragement that will meet you right where you are. And if you’re craving more support, I’d love for you to join me for my Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass at dranna.com/hormones. Plus, if you’re ready to feel more confident in your body, check out my Julva cream at dranna.com/summeroflove, or brighten up your day with the new Mighty Maca Mango at dranna.com.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:02:46] Self-care and personal transformation.

[00:05:56] Weight loss journey and challenges.

[00:12:43] Hormonal health and lifestyle changes.

[00:17:23] Carnivore diet weight gain experience.

[00:20:55] Weight gain struggles and solutions.

[00:24:22] Managing cortisol and stress.

[00:31:10] Joy and fun without guilt.

[00:35:05] The impact of grief on life.

[00:40:01] Transformation through health products.

[00:42:57] Unresolved grief blocks joy.

[00:46:34] Grief and life changes.

[00:50:31] Self-worth and internal validation.

[00:52:15] Healing and self-worth journey.

[01:00:40] Reducing medication through lifestyle changes.

[01:04:51] Healing through self-advocacy.

Memorable Quotes:

"My health became my priority. And I think at that point, too, I was just tired of being overweight. And once I started losing the weight, and not only were other people noticing, but I was just noticing how much better I felt." [00:09:07] – Tracy Slavik

"And so, for me, your program has been an absolute answer to prayer. And I would say that after a good two years of investing in myself, and starting with your Keto Green 16, listening to your podcast." [00:37:18] – Angela Crump

Links Mentioned:

Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass: https://dranna.com/hormones

Julva Cream: http://dranna.com/summeroflove

Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

Menopause isn’t the end of your vibrant life—it’s the beginning of a new chapter. In this inspiring episode of The Girlfriend Doctor, I’m sharing my personal journey through early menopause, the challenges I faced, and the discoveries that helped me reclaim my health, vitality, and joy.

Too often, women are told to simply “endure” menopause, but I believe suffering is optional. With the right questions, symptom tracking, and intentional lifestyle changes, this transition can become a time of renewal. That’s why I created my Magic Menopause program—to help women everywhere step into this phase with confidence, clarity, and even excitement.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, Why am I so tired? Why am I gaining weight? How do I stop the night sweats?—this conversation is for you. I’ll walk you through practical ways to restore balance, how to tell whether it’s menopause or stress that’s dragging you down, and why community and education are essential for navigating this season of life.

Menopause doesn’t have to feel like a decline—it can be your rebirth. Tune in to discover how to reclaim your energy, your joy, and your health.

And if you want to learn the exact steps to reclaim your energy, vitality, and joy, check out my Master Your Hormones Masterclass at dranna.com/hormones. Your best self is waiting. You can also explore my favorite women’s health cream, Julva, and my brand-new Mighty Maca Mango, which makes the perfect refreshing pick-me-up for hot days.

Key Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to The Girlfriend Doctor podcast

01:58 Is menopause just something women need to endure?

03:33 Menopause is a second spring

04:32 Suffering in menopause

07:02 Finding answers to menopause

08:20 Reversing symptoms of menopause

09:33 Question 1: How do I stop the night sweats?

10:30 Question 2: Why am I gaining weight?

11:58 Question 3: Why am I so fatigued?

15:56 Question 4: Am I tired because of menopause or because I'm stressed?

16:51 Question 5: Is this menopause or something else?

18:40 Why I created the Magic Menopause program

24:22 The Magic Menopause Certification Course

25:26 Suffering is not normal - reclaim your life

Memorable Quotes:

“Menopause is your second spring.” - Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG

“Suffering is optional during menopause.” - Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG

Links Mentioned:

Mastering Your Hormones Masterclass: dranna.com/hormones

Email our team: team@drannacabeca.com

Julva Cream: http://dranna.com/summeroflove

Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

We’re surrounded by technology every day, but few of us stop to think about how it might be impacting our bodies. From the phone at your bedside to the Wi-Fi running all night, EMFs (electromagnetic fields) could be quietly affecting your hormones, energy, sleep, and even fertility. That’s why I sat down with Dr. Stephanie McCarter, a physician who has spent years studying how our environment shapes our health. She makes this complex topic surprisingly relatable and gives us plenty of reasons to start paying closer attention.

Dr. Stephanie shares some eye-opening stories and statistics, especially around how EMFs may be influencing children and pregnant women. More than just facts and figures, she offers everyday strategies you can easily bring into your own routine. She breaks down easy, practical changes that can lower your exposure without making you feel like you have to unplug from modern life.

What I love about this conversation is hearing Dr. Stephanie’s own journey from traditional medicine into environmental medicine, and how it completely reshaped the way she helps her patients. And if you’re craving even more support for your own energy, hormones, and midlife health, I’d love for you to check out my 10-day masterclass at dranna.com/breeze. It’s an easy, affordable way to hit reset and start feeling like yourself again.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Welcome to The Girlfriend Doctor Podcast

[00:06:22] EMF exposure and health risks.

[00:15:06] EMF effects on children's health.

[00:20:13] EMF sensitivity and sleep issues.

[00:25:13] Digital detox benefits for kids.

[00:26:41] EMF exposure and mitigation strategies.

[00:29:40] EMF exposure and sleep quality.

[00:32:59] EMF exposure reduction strategies.

[00:37:17] Dirty electricity effects on health.

[00:41:25] EMF sensitivity diagnosis resources.

[00:45:40] Invisible stressors affecting health.

Memorable Quotes:

"It's just amazing how many things we don't realize our body's adapting to all day long." [00:35:38] – Dr. Stephanie McCarter

"Our DNA is like an antenna. So when we switch to a digital signal, we're hitting that." [00:43:53] – Dr. Stephanie McCarter

Links Mentioned:

10-Day Masterclass: https://dranna.com/breeze

EMF Analysis: https://lessemf.com/

Shielded Healing: https://shieldedhealing.com/

Dr. Magda Havis: https://magdahavas.com/

Carpathia: https://carpathiacollaborative.com/about-us/

AAEM: https://www.aaemonline.org/

NAEM: https://www.envmedicine.org/

704nomore: https://www.704nomore.org/

The EMF Guy: https://theemfguy.com/

Environmental Health Trust: https://ehtrust.org/

Safe Living Technologies: https://safelivingtechnologies.com/

Grounding Well: https://www.groundingwell.com/

Connect with Dr. Stephanie McCarter:

Website: https://www.envmedicine.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccarter.steph_dalusa_ranch_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.mccarter0?mibextid=wwXIfr

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

Women’s health is complicated, isn’t it? Between stress, hormones, and all the changes that come with midlife, it can feel like we’re constantly trying to put puzzle pieces together without seeing the full picture. That’s why I loved sitting down with Dr. Margaret Christensen to talk about what’s really going on beneath the surface. She’s sharing a perspective on health, intimacy, and connection that every woman deserves to hear.

Dr. Margaret walked this journey herself. After facing serious health challenges from toxic mold exposure, she shifted from being a traditional OB-GYN to a leader in functional medicine. Now she helps women uncover the root causes of what’s draining their energy, throwing off their hormones, and leaving them feeling disconnected. In our conversation, she opens up about midlife changes, hormone therapy, and how we can reclaim both our vitality and our joy.

What really struck me was how she talks about sexuality and connection, not as something to be hidden or ignored, but as a powerful force for healing. We cover everything from navigating menopause to rekindling intimacy to why relationships are so key for our health. If you’ve ever felt like you’re just pushing through midlife instead of thriving in it, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. And if you’re ready for a little extra support, I’d love to have you in my 10-day Breeze Through Menopause masterclass, just $17 at dranna.com/breeze.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:03:42] Sacred sexuality discussion.

[00:06:03] Spirituality and health connection.

[00:08:14] Clinical experience vs. published studies.

[00:10:18] Chronic stress and hormonal disruption.

[00:14:11] Autoimmunity increase post-COVID.

[00:17:51] Post-midlife love story.

[00:19:32] Sacred sexuality and body appreciation.

[00:23:27] Power of creativity in aging.

[00:24:57] Hormone replacement therapy considerations.

[00:30:14] Hormonal rewiring during menopause.

[00:33:08] Pressure cooker of our lives.

[00:35:47] Weight gain and biotoxins.

Memorable Quotes:

"Sacred sexuality is really honoring our God-given gifts and our bodies." [00:20:54] – Dr. Margaret Christensen

"We are energetic beings, we are energetic bodies, everything is made of energy." [00:34:07] – Dr. Margaret Christensen

Links Mentioned:

10-Day Masterclass: https://dranna.com/breeze

Don’t miss out on joining Dr. Margaret’s Webinar on August 28: http://dranna.com/glpherbal

Connect with Dr. Margaret Christensen:

Website: https://margaretchristensenmd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmargaretchristensen/ & https://www.instagram.com/carpathiahealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarpathiaCollaborative

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

This might be the most personal story I’ve ever shared with you. I spent 92 hours in complete darkness, no phone, no light, no distractions, and what I came away with completely shifted how I see my life and make decisions. In this episode, I’m opening up about the surprising moments, the deep stillness, and the kind of clarity you can only find when everything else fades away. If you’ve ever felt pulled in a hundred directions, I think you’ll really connect with this one.

When I finally stepped out into the first light of dawn, it was like the world was brand new. Every sound, every feeling, every bit of sunlight felt alive. Out of that experience came something I now call Soul Math, a simple way to check in with myself before making decisions, so they feel good in my soul, not just on paper. I’ll walk you through the exact questions I ask myself, and I’ve even made a simple journal page you can use, too.

I’ll also tell you about a big speaking invitation I got in Bali, and the inner struggle it took to say “yes” without guilt. My hope is that this episode gives you space to pause, breathe, and listen to what your soul has to say. And, because I love sharing the little things that keep me feeling energized, I have to tell you about my new Mighty Maca Mango. It’s got the same goodness you already know, but with a fresh, zesty twist that’s perfect over ice or in sparkling water. You can grab it at dranna.com.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Welcome to The Girlfriend Doctor Podcast

[00:02:23] Dark retreat experience.

[00:04:46] Dark retreat for healing.

[00:10:40] Soul math for decision-making.

[00:13:01] Emotional presence over proximity.

Memorable Quotes:

"True healing, the deep kind, requires stillness." [00:05:16] – Dr. Anna Cabeca

"You don't have to sacrifice yourself to be loyal to someone you love. You can choose wholeness and still be deeply present." [00:13:28] – Dr. Anna Cabeca

Links Mentioned:

Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca

Free Journal Page: https://dranna.com/soulmath

Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com