This is an absolutely wonderful article chronicling a naturopathic physician’s healing process from breast cancer. I cannot say it better than she does. Please read!
Women’s Health
Folic Acid May Increase Risk of Breast Cancer
Please read: SYNTHETIC “folic acid” supplementation has been associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.There has been much confusion about folic acid versus folate–including using the terms interchangeably. However, they are NOT the same and many people cannot convert the synthetic folic acid that is used in supplements. Foods […]
Exercise Reduces Risk of Diabetes
There is more research confirming that exercise reduces the risk of diabetes. The attached article reviews results regarding resistance exercises. Bottom line: let’s get moving. Note: include weight-lifting. To your health!
Breast-feeding May Reduce Mom’s Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis
While more research may be needed, this is simply another good reason to breast-feed your baby if you’re able: Breastfeeding appears to reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis in the nursing mother. Read more here.
Sugar Consumption Linked with Higher Rates of Endometrial Cancer
Long title–but I can summarize further. Sugar feeds cancer and reduces our immune function. Don’t eat sugar. Read more here.
Oral Birth Control Pills are Linked with Glaucoma
Researchers are reporting an increased risk of glaucoma in women who have been on oral birth control for more than 3 years. Please consider other fertility-control options including the diaphragm or condoms. These barrier methods have the benefit of not exposing you to hormone therapy, too. And condoms reduce the […]
Jump Start Your Baby’s Health–Exercise During Pregnancy!
We know that exercise helps not only our bodies but our mind as well. Apparently, the same is true for our babies while we’re pregnant. Please talk to your OB, ND OB (yes, there are naturopathic obstetricians!), or midwife to determine a safe exercise program for you! And read more […]
Diet and Depression
There is now evidence that a diet high in grains and processed sugars increases the risk of depression in women. Whether or not you suffer from depression, a diet rich in colorful vegetables and fruits with healthy fats and proteins will serve your health best. Eat more veggies!! (and remember […]
Pesticides and Endometriosis
This research finds that exposure to pesticides is associated with an increased risk of endometriosis in women. Endometriosis causes tremendous pain and infertility in many women. Eat organic foods as much as possible and PLEASE–for your health and that of the environment, quit using pesticides . . . and educate […]
Another Great Shampoo!
So, you know I’ve been on a mission to find safe shampoos. I found this one at a co-op in Bellingham and LOVE it. The apple cider vinegar seems to offset the stickiness that sometimes remains after using castile soap. You can order it online as well–Uncle Harry’s!
