What can you control when facing a cancer diagnosis, beyond treatments?

When Emmy Award-winning TV host, journalist, and co-host of Dancing with the Stars, Samantha Harris, was diagnosed with stage II invasive breast cancer in 2014, it inspired a quest for answers about how we can all improve our overall health, prevent chronic diseases, and understand their underlying causes. It prompted her to write her best-selling book, Your Healthiest Healthy: 8 Easy Ways to Take Control, Help Prevent and Fight Cancer, and Live a Longer, Cleaner, Happier Life, which translates comprehensive, research-backed knowledge into an easy-to-follow action plan for maximizing health, energy and happiness for life.

She joins me on the Empowered (Cancer) Patient Podcast to share her journey of self-advocacy after multiple doctors dismissed a lump that was later diagnosed as cancer. In this episode, she reveals practical, everyday strategies that supported her body's healing and empowered her to reclaim her health. Listen to discover how small, deliberate choices can make a meaningful difference in your cancer journey and overall well-being.

What You'll Learn:

• Why a clear mammogram was not the end of the story for Samantha Harris.

• How to become your own best health advocate when speaking with your doctors.

• The one daily habit most people overlook that affects their wellness.

• The 10% toxic rule: a simple framework for healthier living.

• How to read food labels, and the first ingredient you should cut.

• Spotting and avoiding harmful ingredients in personal care products.

• Small daily steps that give you more control over your health.

Key Moments:

01:02 How Samantha's Family History Shaped Her View on Cancer

04:17 Trusting Your Gut, Even After a Clear Mammogram

07:30 The Power of a Second (or Third) Opinion

14:10 Samantha's Experience With Cancer Recurrence

21:34 Hidden Toxins in Everyday Beauty Products

25:35 Living Fully With the 10% Toxic Philosophy

35:04 Two Simple Swaps for a Healthier Home

Put Yourself First!

Understand your diagnosis, navigate your treatment options with confidence, and advocate strongly for your own well-being. Learn more at https://drtiffanytroso.com/home

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About Me - Dr. Tiffany Troso

I'm a double board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecological cancers, with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
But more than credentials—I'm here because I know the system doesn't always see you.

Women like you are used to taking care of everyone else. But cancer is different. You deserve clear answers, fierce advocacy, and guidance that prioritizes you.

That's what I do. Through one-on-one consults, coaching, and my signature Empowered Patient Method, I help you regain clarity, confidence, and control—without the chaos.