Here is a great article summarizing foods that may protect our skin from sun damage. Think colorful fruits and veggies such as carrots, tomatoes, apples, etc. I like all of the author’s recommendations EXCEPT soy–please avoid, or at least limit, soy consumption. Happy Summer!
Cancer
EWG’s “Pollution in People”
This is a great article about sources of toxins that are adversely effecting our health. Please read the attached article and check out their video, too. I’m also including a link to a blog regarding cell phones and their link to cancers. It’s not all bad news, though–keep eating those colorful […]
Vitamin D
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again–get your Vitamin D levels checked. Low levels have been associated with increased risk of cancers (including breast, ovarian, colon and non-Hodgkins lymphoma), diabetes, multiple sclerosis and heart attacks as well as bone fractures. Read more in this attached article. Supplementing without […]
Sugar and Cancer
Just more information revealing the increased risk of cancer with increased sugar intake. Stick to a diet primarily of veggies and greens, fruit, and limited healthfully-raised meats/meat products.
As Suspected–It’s Not Just BPA
Most of us are at least aware of the dangers of BPA to our health. Many companies are therefore touting non-BPA plastics–HOWEVER, these typically contain other xenobiotics (endocrine disruptors) that are just as detrimental to our health. the attached article has great hints on how to reduce exposure.
Busting the Bacon Myth
Research continues to support that processed meats are carcinogenic–that includes bacon. Please limit meat consumption to healthfully- and humanely-raised animals and avoid processed forms of meat. And, as always, eat a vegetable-based diet!! Read more here.
Breast Cancer Support
I’m attaching a recent article regarding a diagnosis of breast cancer. Any time cancer has occurred, it represents a derangement of the immune system. Please continue care with your oncologist. And find a naturopathic physician who can come along-side and help support your overall health.
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Rates
This is more good news supporting a Mediterranean diet for our overall health–it may also reduce the risk of breast cancer. Please including lots of fish and veggies in your diet and limit red meats and sugars. Read more here.
Dirty Dozen Cancer Edition
Click here to check out EWG’s Dirty Dozen Cancer Edition. Avoiding these compounds could reduce your risk of cancer!
Carcinogens? Check this out . . .
EWG has recently posted “Rethinking Carcinogens“. Check it out and see what you can do to protect yourself.
