Episode Details

A teratoma on her ovary. Then Hashimoto's. Then breast cancer. When it rains, it pours — and for Jen Gifford Wersland, it absolutely did.

In this episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke sit down with Jen, a breast cancer survivor whose story is equal parts harrowing and hopeful. From being dismissed in the ER with an IBS diagnosis (while carrying a peach-sized ovarian tumor) to navigating 12 rounds of chemo, a mastectomy, sudden menopause, and a reactivated Epstein-Barr virus — Jen's body had been through war. And the inflammation to prove it.

Then her oncologist brought up microdosing tirzepatide. And Jen almost walked out.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why Jen pushed back on her ER diagnosis and the CT scan that changed everything
• What a teratoma actually is (and why you probably shouldn't Google it)
• How Jen combined conventional cancer treatment with naturopathic support — and why that naturopath made all the difference
• The real truth about peptides and cancer — and why her oncologist was the one recommending them
• Why medical oversight isn't optional when you have a cancer history
• Her full peptide stack: microdose tirzepatide, glutathione, thymosin alpha-1, and PT141
• The MTHFR mutation, estrogen detox pathways, and why the Dutch test revealed what nobody else had caught
• What "feeling better than I did at 35" looks like at nearly 50 — and why she's ready to bring it on

If you've been told peptides aren't safe after cancer, this episode is a must-listen. And if you've been quietly suffering and putting everyone else first — Jen has something to say to you too.

Find Jen: Facebook: Jennifer Gifford Warsland Instagram & TikTok: @ThrivingAfterBreastCancer

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Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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