Episode 119: The Truth About Breast Implant Illness and Holistic Recovery with Dr. Tania Ash and Andi Lew

Welcome to a transformative episode of our podcast, where we delve into the world of breast implant illness (BII) with leading experts and personal stories that will captivate your attention! Join us as Dr. Robert Whitfield, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon, unravels the complexities of BII alongside wellness expert Andi Lew and functional medicine specialist Dr. Tania Ash. Today, Dr. Whitfield underscores the critical importance of understanding BII and advocates for comprehensive, patient-centered care. Andi Lew shares her personal journey with BII, highlighting the challenges she faced in finding knowledgeable providers and the emotional toll it took on her. Meanwhile, Dr. Tania Ash delves into diagnostic approaches and emphasizes the role of detoxification in the recovery process. If you’re trying to understand the intricacies of BII, holistic treatment, and supportive care for women affected by this condition, tune in to this engaging conversation that promises to inform, inspire, and empower. Bio: Dr. Tania Ash Dr. Tania has over three decades of medical expertise, including the past 21 years in functional medicine, with a specialization in CFS/MCAS. She is a graduate of Melbourne University Medical School and holds two postgraduate fellowships, both as a GP (RACGP) and in functional medicine with A5M. Creating awareness, diagnosing, and healing from BII/MCAS is her life mission and commitment. Her focus is to thread together systemic symptoms, drill down to the root causes, and optimise the body terrain to heal. [ https://mergehealth.com/au/team/dr-tania-ash] Bio: Andi Lew Andi Lew is a TV host, leading Wellness Expert & certified Wellness and Explant coach. Author of 10 books, including Treasured Chest, Exposing Explants and Empowering You. [ https://andilew.com] Show Highlights: Connection Between MCAS and BII (00:09:54) How MCAS relates to BII, highlighting the immune response to foreign bodies The Role of Mast Cells (00:11:07) Mast cells function in the body, and their connection to inflammatory responses in BII Body's Healing Mechanisms (00:12:07) The body's natural healing processes and how they relate to the challenges posed by breast implants Understanding Inflammatory Responses (00:13:24) Recognizing implants as potential inflammatory drivers in the body Genetic Predispositions (00:15:19) Role of genetics in BII and the need for better preoperative counseling regarding risks Autoimmunity Risks (00:17:16) Discussing studies showing an increased risk of autoimmunity associated with breast implants Navigating Patient Decisions (00:18:08) Challenges of helping patients make informed decisions about surgery and the implications of implants Daily Parasympathetic Practices (00:39:22) Daily practices like yoga and meditation for nervous system health Toxic Load and Parasites (00:40:30) The need to detoxify and address hidden parasites in the body 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