Episode 200 - Lifestyle Medicine for Menopause After Cancer/ Where to Start
The Menopause and Cancer Podcast · Dani Binnington
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Show Notes
In this empowering episode, Dani talks with Dr. Zainab Wasim, an Oncology Specialty Doctor and Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, about how simple, evidence-based lifestyle changes can transform life after cancer.
You will learn what lifestyle medicine actually is, how the key pillars: movement, nutrition, sleep, stress and social connection - can support recovery, and why starting small can make a real difference to how you feel.
Dr. Zainab shares insights from her 12-week coaching pilot for breast cancer survivors, which achieved measurable improvements in wellbeing and confidence, and was featured by the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.
You’ll learn:
- What lifestyle medicine is and why it matters after cancer
- How each pillar can support menopause symptoms and survivorship
- How to choose your first step without feeling overwhelmed
- Why small, consistent actions create the biggest impact
- Practical ways to bring lifestyle medicine into daily life
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction
06:47 "Prioritising Patient Survivorship Support"
09:45 "Rise of Lifestyle Medicine"
16:09 Holistic Lifestyle Assessment Program
21:03 "Domino Effect of Cancer Support"
23:45 "Introducing Lifestyle Medicine Program"
25:28 Wellness Goals and Group Support
29:36 "Agency in Sustainable Programs"
38:54 Reframing Guilt Through Empowerment
You can find Dr Zainab Wasim here on @doctorzainabwasim and here on her website: Zainab Wasim - Lifestyle Doc
Start here with our Our YouTube Wellbeing Series — guided meditations, breath work & mindfulness.
Learn more: ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’ by Dani Binnington — Amazon link
Menopause And Cancer website: www.menopauseandcancer.org
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