Many people believe that breast cancer is primarily caused by genetics, but did you know that only 5-10% of cases are linked to inherited mutations like BRCA1, BRCA2, and CHEK2?

The truth is, your overall health and risk of recurrence are influenced by key biological processes such as detoxification, methylation, and inflammation—and these are things you can actively support with your nutrition and lifestyle choices.

In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I break down how these processes impact your health, how to recognize the signs of imbalance in your body, and why a low-carbohydrate diet can be a powerful tool in regulating glucose, insulin, and inflammation.

I also explain why nutrition isn’t about restriction—it’s about giving your body the support it needs to function at its best.

You’ll learn:
✔️ Why genetics are only part of the breast cancer risk equation
✔️ How detoxification, methylation, and inflammation work together to protect your body
✔️ Common signs that these processes may not be working efficiently
✔️ How blood sugar regulation impacts detox, inflammation, and cancer risk
✔️ How a low-carb, nutrient-dense diet supports healing and reduces recurrence risk
✔️ Simple, actionable steps to support your body's detox, inflammation, and methylation pathways

This episode will empower you to understand your unique genetic blueprint and how to make lifestyle changes that align with your body’s needs.

It’s not about fear—it’s about taking control of your health and making choices that truly support healing.

Resources & Links:

📌 Join the Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership for more in-depth support

📌 Book a Private Coaching Session with me to get support on adopting a wellness mindset and understanding the tools to support you

📌 Follow me for more breast cancer recovery tips:

• Instagram: @thebreastcancerrecoverycoach
• Facebook: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
• Pinterest: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend who could benefit, and don’t forget to leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.

🎧 Listen now and take a powerful step toward reclaiming your health!

Did you know that your gut health plays a crucial role in your emotional well-being and recovery after breast cancer treatment? In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we explore the powerful connection between gut health and brain function.

Many breast cancer survivors struggle with digestive issues, brain fog, and depression—but what if the key to feeling better lies in your gut? We’ll dive into how gut dysbiosis contributes to mood imbalances and what you can do to heal your gut and support your mental well-being.

If you’re navigating life after breast cancer and looking for practical, science-backed ways to restore your gut health, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How gut dysbiosis contributes to depression, brain fog, and fatigue
✔️ Simple, actionable steps to restore your gut health with food and lifestyle changes
✔️ Ten simple gut healing recipes.
✔️ The top 20 gut-healing foods to incorporate into your diet today

Resources & Free Download

🎁 Get Your Free Gut-Healing Guide! Download a step-by-step roadmap with a gut-healing protocol, 10 recipes, and the best foods for microbiome health.

Who This Episode Is For:

✅ Breast cancer survivors experiencing bloating, food sensitivities, or digestive discomfort
✅ Those struggling with mood swings, anxiety, or depression post-treatment
✅ Anyone looking to naturally support gut health and improve energy levels

More Ways to Connect & Get Support:

🌿 Join the Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership: Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership

📩 Sign up for my weekly newsletter for recipes, mindset tips, and science-backed health strategies: Becoming You 2.0

📲 Follow me on Facebook & Instagram for daily gut-healing and breast cancer recovery tips:

• Instagram: @thebreastcancerrecoverycoach
• Facebook: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Your support helps other breast cancer survivors find this valuable information. 💜

Listen now and start your journey to a healthier gut and mind! 🎧

We all start the year with big goals and fresh motivation—but what happens when life gets in the way? Whether it's getting sick, traveling, or just falling into old habits, it's easy to feel like you’ve lost momentum. But here’s the truth: Consistency matters more than perfection.

In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I’m sharing how to stay on track even when setbacks happen. You’ll learn why self-compassion is the key to long-term success, why small, sustainable steps always win, and how to reframe negative thoughts that stop you from moving forward.

01:45 - Challenges of Maintaining New Year's Resolutions
04:26 - The Importance of Self-Compassion and Self-Love
07:49 - Realistic Goal Setting and Consistency
10:18 - Practical Tips for Staying Consistent
12:44 - The Role of Thoughts in Achieving Goals
19:35 - Embracing Gentleness and Support
21:42 - Conclusion and Call to Action

✔️ Why setbacks are normal and don’t mean you’ve failed
✔️ How your thoughts about consistency impact your success
✔️ The power of self-compassion in getting back on track
✔️ Sustainable habits to reset after falling off course
✔️ Why small actions every day make the biggest difference

📌 Free Resource: Download my 31 Days of Self-Care Journal to start building a habit of daily self-care and consistency. Get it here.

• “Consistency is more important than compliance. You don’t have to be perfect—you just have to keep showing up.”
• “It’s not about making life easy, it’s about being committed to yourself through the ups and downs.”
• “You deserve to give yourself what you need. No excuses. No guilt.”

Let’s Connect!
If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who could benefit from hearing it. Want to take the next step in creating a healthier, happier life after breast cancer? Visit The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach and explore:

• Becoming You 2.0
• The Four Pillars of Breast Cancer Recovery
• Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership

Subscribe & Review:
Subscribe to Better Than Before Breast Cancer on Apple Podcasts and leave a review to help others find this show. Your support means the world to me!

Follow Laura on Social Media:

• Instagram: @thebreastcancerrecoverycoach
• Facebook: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we’ll talk about the often-overlooked relationship we have with ourselves.

Inspired by the upcoming season of love, let’s explore how this foundational connection influences our health, healing, and overall well-being.

From navigating the emotional weight of caregiving to reclaiming your power through self-compassion, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to help you nurture the most important relationship of all—your relationship with yourself.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to reframe your perspective on self-care and see it as a daily commitment rather than an occasional indulgence.
• The importance of recognizing the power of choice in your health and lifestyle decisions, even in the face of cancer treatment.
• Why releasing self-judgment and embracing curiosity is the key to breaking down mental barriers that block healing.
• How prioritizing your own needs positively impacts your relationships with others.
• Practical strategies to cultivate self-love and honor your body's needs every day.

Free Resource:
Download my 31 Days of Self-Care Journal for small, meaningful ways to practice self-care daily. Get started on your journey to a healthier, happier you!

Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Join the Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership
• Learn more about the 31 Days of Self-Care Journal

Quotes to Inspire You:

• “The most important relationship you’ll ever have is the one with yourself. How are you nurturing it?”
• “Curiosity will kill self-judgment. Allow yourself to see the gaps without beating yourself up.”
• “When you take care of yourself every day, you teach others how to treat you too.”

Connect With Laura:

• Website: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
• Instagram: @thebreastcancerrecoverycoach
• Facebook: The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Community

Call to Action:
Don’t wait for a special occasion to treat yourself with love and care. Take the first step toward creating a life you love today by downloading the 31 Days of Self-Care Journal and committing to one small act of self-care daily.

In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we tackle the complex world of supplements, focusing on one essential yet often misunderstood vitamin: B6.

For breast cancer survivors, supplements can feel like a lifeline, but they’re not always the safest or most effective choice. Join me, as I dive into understanding the role of supplements and the science behind vitamin B6, its role in the body, and why it deserves special consideration after a breast cancer diagnosis.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why breast cancer survivors often turn to supplements for a sense of safety.
• The staggering amount of money spent annually on supplements—and how much is actually absorbed by the body.
• The critical role of vitamin B6 in hormone regulation, brain health, and energy metabolism.
• How cancer treatments alter liver function and impact vitamin metabolism.
• Why high doses of B6 supplements may pose risks for breast cancer survivors, including interference with cancer treatments.
• Evidence from studies exploring the relationship between B6, cancer, and overall health outcomes.
• The benefits of getting B6 from whole foods and a list of nutrient-rich options.

Links to Studies Cited

1. Dietary Sources vs. Supplementation of B6:
   • Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention: Read the study here
   • Highlights the benefits of plasma B6 levels from dietary sources and associated health markers.
2. B6 Supplementation and Cancer Treatments:
   • Journal of Clinical Oncology: Access the study here
   • Discusses how excess B6 supplementation may interfere with drug metabolism and exacerbate treatment side effects.

Key Takeaways

• Supplements Are Not One-Size-Fits-All: Each person’s body is unique, and cancer survivors have different nutritional needs and metabolic processes.
• B6 from Food Is Safer: Nutrient-rich foods like chicken, salmon, bananas, potatoes, and spinach provide B6 naturally without the risks of over-supplementation.
• Work with Your Care Team: Before adding any supplements to your routine, consult with a healthcare provider to tailor choices to your specific health needs.

Actionable Steps

1. Review your current supplement regimen and evaluate whether it aligns with your health goals.
2. Incorporate more B6-rich foods into your diet for safe and natural benefits.
3. Share this episode with someone who might be rethinking their supplement use after breast cancer.
4. MATC trained Doctors

Connect With Me

If you found this episode helpful, I’d love to hear from you!

• Subscribe to Better Than Before Breast Cancer™ wherever you listen to podcasts.
• Join the Conversation on Instagram: @TheBreastCancerRecoveryCoach
• Learn More About My Membership: Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership

Thank you for tuning in. Together, we can make informed choices and create a healthier, happier life after breast cancer. This show is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice.

In this episode we’re going deep into the power of adopting a "future-focused" mindset. Listen in and learn how to balance living in the present moment with envisioning the version of yourself you want to become.

I’ll share actionable strategies for overcoming self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and conflict avoidance, helping you create a life that's better than before breast cancer™.

Key Takeaways:

• Future You Matters: Why stepping into the future version of yourself can transform your mindset and inspire positive changes.
• Reframing Conflict: Techniques to address difficult conversations and self-expression without fear.
• Action in the Present: How decisions made today can shape the path to a healthier, happier future.
• Emotional Awareness: Identifying the hidden benefits of staying stuck and how to move past them.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free 30-Day Self-Care Guide: One simple, effective step a day to bring more joy and self-love into your life.
• Becoming You 2.0 Program: An eight-week program designed to help you shift your mindset and create the life you want.
• Better Than Before Breast Cancer™ Life Coaching Membership: Connect with a supportive community and access group and private coaching sessions tailored to your recovery journey.

Quotes from Laura:

• “We don’t get well in the same life we got sick in.”
• “When self-doubt shows up, get curious instead of giving up.”

Connect with Laura:

• Website: Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
• Social Media: Facebook, Instagram

Tags/Keywords: breast cancer recovery, future focus, self-care, emotional transformation, personal growth, imposter syndrome, conflict resolution, life goals, healing, self-love