Hormone Health and HRT: Understanding the Truth Beyond Myths of Menopause with guest expert Dr. Sarah Dacarrett

There is way too much confusion and misinformation circling around menopause right now. So, this episode cuts through the noise and gets you the answers you need. Right now.

Hormones affect everything—your mood, sleep, energy, and more. And during menopause, things can get a little... wild.

There’s a lot of noise out there when it comes to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and not all of it is true

In this episode, you will learn:

• Impact of the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study on HRT perceptions
• Misconceptions about HRT causing breast cancer—what science actually says
• Why early hormone health education is crucial before menopause
• Hormones as master regulators of overall health and aging
• When and why women should discuss HRT seriously with their doctors
• HRT benefits for women undergoing menopause and perimenopause
• Safety and use of vaginal suppository HRT for breast cancer survivors
• Systemic nature of vaginal hormone delivery and its implications
• Comparing patches, oral pills, and vaginal HRT: risks and benefits
• Balancing risk versus benefit in hormonal treatments like birth control
• The concept of “post birth control syndrome” and its health impacts
• The importance of patient informed consent and understanding treatment trade-offs
• Role of the breasts and uterus in hormone metabolism, beyond the liver
• Iodine’s role in hormone metabolism and managing breast and menstrual symptoms
• Modern iodine deficiency compared to ancestral diets and its health consequences

… And much more!

ABOUT OUR GUEST EXPERT:

Dr. Sarah Daccarett is dedicated to ensuring your symptoms are no longer mis-diagnosed or ignored.

Dr. Dacarrett says, “In my mid-thirties after the birth of my son, my hormone levels never recovered.

After trying every available product, I realized there were NO solutions specifically to meet the needs of younger women who want to feel young and vibrant again.

I invented the Inner Balance protocol and Oestra because I needed it. I also realized that I wasn't alone - that hormone levels decline drastically in our 30s - NOT when our period stops in our 50s like we have been told.

Women every day suffer from endometriosis, PCOS, postpartum depression, effects of birth control, hair loss, depression, fatigue, and a whole host of health problems due to low estrogen and progesterone.

They are mis-diagnosed, mis-treated, or blown off as "just a part of being a woman", "just a part of aging", "you're too young", "you are normal," or even worse "you're just crazy."

Meanwhile advancement in men's and transgender hormone replacement therapy is a decade ahead of women's. We think this is unacceptable, antiquated and marginalization of women.

Women no longer have to settle for "normal" but rather they can feel exceptional - always."

WEBSITE: https://www.innerbalance.com/

INSTAGRAM: @sarahdaccarettmd

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It shocked me that our laundry rooms are often one of the most toxic places in our homes.

After breast cancer, I began changing out my personal care and beauty but didn't even think about my cleaning supplies.

For laundry, I found a few brands that are really clean and free of harmful ingredients, but still searched for that fresh scent without the toxic junk. Found it...

Is This Serving Me?

It’s easy to forget that food nourishes more than just the physical body—it also feeds our emotional and energetic selves. Some meals are more than just nutrients on a plate; they’re prepared with intention, love, and care—and that makes a difference.

Yes, love is an actual ingredient. You might’ve heard of “Vitamin L”—that invisible but powerful energy you infuse into meals when cooking for someone you care about. That’s energetic nutrition. And when we approach food with this kind of consciousness, we feed our whole being: physical, emotional, and spiritual.

A simple practice I share with my community—and I’d love to offer yours—is to turn your gratitude practice toward food. Even if you don’t currently have a daily gratitude routine, it’s never too late to start. Begin by taking a quiet moment before meals to offer thanks—not just for the food itself, but for how it supports your entire being.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Importance of preparing food with love (“Vitamin L”)
• The role of gratitude while preparing meals
• Impact on physical, emotional, and energetic bodies
• Mindful inquiry: Is this serving me right now?
• Eating from joy vs. eating from stress
• Self-Compassion in Health Practices
• Acknowledging the challenge of maintaining routines (e.g., diet, exercise, meditation)
• Transcendental Meditation (TM) as a Healing Tool
• Encourages forgiveness and non-judgment
• Gratitude Practices for Holistic Health
• Integrating gratitude into daily rituals
• Understanding Food Cravings Holistically
• Differentiating physiological needs (e.g., magnesium from chocolate) from emotional cravings

… And much more.

About our guest expert: Serena Poon

Serena Poon, CN, CHC, CHN is a certified nutritionist, celebrity chef, Reiki Master, and wellness advisor to A-list clients including Tom Brady and Sofía Vergara. She is the founder of Serena Loves®, Just Add Water®, and creator of Culinary Alchemy®, her method of blending functional and spiritual nutrition to nourish the body, mind, and soul.

She co-founded Fully Aligned Co. with Dr. David Sinclair to bridge the science and soul of well-being™, and also serves as Head of Development at the Academy for Health & Lifespan Research. Serena’s expertise has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, TODAY, and The New York Times, and she’s a regular contributor on KTLA Morning News.

Instagram: @chefserenapoon

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We're talking about more than just awareness for breast cancer—we're talking about actionable steps you can take right now to support yourself and others on their health journey. Yes! We are decoding and demystifying it all.

Get ready to learn how to navigate and thrive even with an aggressive breast cancer. Paula Schneider, Honorary Vice Chair of Susan G. Komen, knows this diagnosis firsthand after facing triple-negative breast cancer, one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat forms of the disease. Her personal journey and professional leadership highlight the urgent need for research, advocacy, and patient support.

From cutting-edge advances like AI for earlier cancer detection to practical ways families can talk about illness, this episode sheds light on how we can improve outcomes, find hope, and ensure no one faces breast cancer alone.

Her very personal journey brought her to lead the world's largest breast cancer non-profit -- and, now, write a children's book to help families navigate a tough diagnosis of any sort. Sharing with us how to talk to your kids and get through the various challenging steps together.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why breast cancer can recur even in people with the healthiest lifestyles
• What makes triple-negative breast cancer so aggressive and difficult to treat
• How to talk to children about illness in age-appropriate, reassuring ways
• The importance of emotional and family support throughout treatment
• Breakthrough research, including AI technology that can detect breast cancer years earlier
• Why early detection (stage 0–1) leads to dramatically better outcomes
• How Susan G. Komen supports patients through financial aid, helplines, and community programs
• The role of advocacy and public policy in improving access to care and treatments
• Trusted resources like Komen.org for science-based information after diagnosis
• Join the Registry: Hear about the "Share for Cures" registry and how you can be a part of this vital effort, just like I did.

… And much more.

You can go to komen.org to learn more about all the services, the helpline, and the Share for Cures registry.

Share this episode with your friends and family!

About our guest expert: Paula Schneider

Paula Schneider is Honorary Vice Chair of Susan G. Komen®. From 2017-2025 Paula served as president & CEO of Susan G. Komen and was responsible for day-to-day operations, strategic direction, and was accountable for the world’s largest breast cancer organization.

As a breast cancer survivor, mother of two daughters and having lost her own mother to metastatic breast cancer, Paula’s work is personal as she brings a unique combination of business expertise and real-world perspective to Komen’s mission. Paula steered Komen into a more mission-driven era, emphasizing breakthrough research, science-based resources, streamlined patient services, and policy advocacy.

She spearheaded the introduction of programs like AI-powered early detection, a national breast cancer helpline, and financial support services. Paula also authored Love Stays Strong, a touching children’s book designed to help families talk about illness with honesty and hope.

Under her leadership, Komen accelerated research, advocacy, community outreach and patient care, leaving the organization well-positioned for future success. To date, Komen has invested more than $3.5 billion in these critical areas, advancing its mission to save lives and to prevent and cure