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Breast Implants, Explant Surgery, and Breast Implant Illness with Robert Whitfield MD

Breast Implants, Explant Surgery, and Breast Implant Illness with Robert Whitfield MD

By: Robert Whitfield MD
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 Welcome to the Breast Implants, Explant Surgery, and Breast Implant Illness Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of breast implant illness and explant surgery with expert plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield. As a board-certified plastic surgeon with 1000's of breast explant surgeries under his belt, Dr. Whitfield brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation. Through candid interviews with patients, fellow surgeons, and other experts in the field, Dr. Whitfield explores the many facets of breast implant illness, including its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. He also delves into the controversial topic of breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) and what patients need to know about the risks associated with breast implants. If you're considering breast explant surgery, struggling with breast implant illness symptoms, or simply looking for more information about this important topic, then the Breast Implant Illness Podcast is the perfect resource for you. Join us for thought-provoking discussions and expert insights that will help you make informed decisions about your health and well-being.© 2025 ©2024 Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science Social Sciences
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  • Episode 135: Flourish From Within: Microbiome, Metabolism, and Real-World Stewardship with Anu Simh | Dr. Robert Whitfield

    Episode 135: Flourish From Within: Microbiome, Metabolism, and Real-World Stewardship with Anu Simh | Dr. Robert Whitfield
    Sep 4 2025
    Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Anu Simh, a board-certified functional coach, founder of Nine Arms Wellness, and author of Flourish From Within: Feed Your Gut for Lifelong Health. Their conversation focuses on practical strategies to support the microbiome, stabilize metabolism, and approach GLP-1 medications with long-term outcomes in mind. Anu Simh shares her approach to helping women restore gut function, simplify food choices, and create sustainable habits that last. She also discusses her work training other coaches and advocating for women in underserved communities. Topics include fiber variety, the role of environmental exposures like plastics and additives, and how coaching can promote both internal balance and external integrity without relying on restrictive or short-term methods. This episode offers a realistic, science-informed discussion for listeners seeking steady, sustainable progress. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS: Meet Anu: coach, educator, and author of Flourish From Within Microbiome 101 for real people: what diversity and resilience mean in practice Fiber famine and why plant diversity matters more than perfection Healthy fats, polyphenols, and functional foods that support short chain fatty acids The antibiotic habit: collateral damage to immunity, motility, and metabolism Travel gut problems and terrain building before and after the trip Plastics, xenoestrogens, and why labels matter for weight maintenance GLP-1s, rapid weight loss, and unintended effects on face fat and skin Practical coaching for sustainability: keep it simple, consistent, and human TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome and Anu’s backstory 8:58 *Microbiome 101: microbes, symbiosis, and why it matters *11:22 What a healthy microbiome really means: resilience and diversity 19:11 Healthy fats, polyphenols, and short chain fatty acids 29:55 Terrain building over bug hunting: how to make the gut more resilient 35:35 *Estrogen recycling, the estrobolome, plastics, and preservatives *47:25 Gut motility and gastric emptying issues *52:34 *GLP-1s, real-world side effects, and sustainable coaching Links and Resources Let’s Connect Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?t=8oQyjO25X5i&r=1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/ X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com SHARP: https://www.harp.health NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/ Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/ Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/ BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield
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  • Episode 131: Why Natalie Jill Removed Her Implants After 33 Years

    Episode 131: Why Natalie Jill Removed Her Implants After 33 Years
    Aug 28 2025
    Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Natalie Jill about her 33-year experience with breast implants, sharing the ups and downs, health issues, and emotional struggles she’s faced along the way. They discuss the medical risks, such as capsular contracture and bacterial contamination, and emphasize the importance of being informed. They really stress the value of awareness, making thoughtful decisions, and taking a holistic approach to health, especially for women who are thinking about getting implants or already have them. Tune in to hear about putting your well-being first and not hesitating to reach out for support if you think you may be dealing with breast implant-related health concerns. Bio: Natalie Jill Natalie Jill is a Midlife Expert who helps women simplify complicated health topics and redefine healthy aging. With a top-rated podcast “Midlife Conversations”, two best-selling Fat Loss Books that sold out in stores everywhere, and numerous TV appearances on shows like “The Doctors”, she built a high 7-figure Fat Loss business that transformed over 250,000 women's bodies and health. Over 50 years old herself, she is changing conversations around age, potential, and possibility! In addition to her Midlife Fat Loss Business, she helps founders, executives, and CEOs skyrocket their sales and find more money through upleveling their vision, dialing in their messaging, expanding their brand online, and fixing their sales and webinar conversion process. She used the exact methods she teaches to grow her globally recognized fat loss and fitness brand with well over 3 million social media followers worldwide, two best-selling books, a top-ranked podcast, and recognition from Forbes and Greatist several years running as one of the top health and wellness influencers in the world. Download Your Post-Surgical Recovery Guide (https://getrapidrecovery.com/)and Download Your Age Optimizing Supplement Guide (https://ageoptimizer.com) Show Highlights: Natalie’s 33-Year Breast Implant Journey Begins (00:02:12) Natalie describes getting implants at 19, her initial motivations, and the start of her long history with complications. First Major Complication: Silicone Rupture and Autoimmune Issues (00:03:57) The first implant rupture, the resulting health issues, and the connection to her autoimmune diagnosis Recurring Capsular Contracture and Surgical Interventions (00:04:06) *Repeated capsular contracture, multiple surgeries, and lack of awareness about bacterial contamination *Blood Sugar Dysregulation and Parasite Protocol (00:12:13) Severe blood sugar issues, gut health, and a parasite protocol Discovery of Ruptured Gummy Bear Implant (00:14:24) *Mammogram reveals a ruptured implant, leading to further testing and the decision to remove it *Cultural Pressures and Body Image Trends (00:25:39) *Natalie and Dr. Whitfield reflect on changing beauty standards, media influence, and societal pressures on women. *Genetics, Detoxification, and Environmental Toxins (00:31:19) Dr. Whitfield discusses genetic factors in detoxification, environmental toxins, and comprehensive patient care. Prioritizing Health Interventions and Toxin Removal (00:35:00) Prioritizing health interventions, amalgam removal, and the importance of detox pathways Links and Resources Let’s Connect Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?t=8oQyjO25X5i&r=1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/ X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com SHARP: https://www.harp.health NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/ Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/ Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/ BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield
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