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Our body is made up thousands of cells that differ in size, shape and function. Controlled by our DNA, each cell is programmed to perform certain tasks and after a specified period of time - die. This is normally done in an orderly manner. However, if our cells are exposed to carcinogens, viruses or ionizing radiation, for example, the DNA can become damaged creating havoc with this once orderly process. Said another way, if the rate of new cell growth in the body overcomes the rate of cell death, tumors can develop. If these cells invade and destroy surrounding normal tissues, the abnormal cell growth is considered to be cancerous. In the US, breast cancer is the leading cause of death in women between the ages of 30 and 50. Rarely diagnosed before a woman reaches 25, the number of incidents rises with age, peaking at menopause and decreasing once menopause had passed. About 182,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year and about 40% of those diagnosed die within 10 years. Scientists believe these numbers are increasing. Overwhelming evidence into the cause
of breast cancer suggests the female hormone estrogen plays a central role
in this disease. Studies indicate that estrogen stimulates the cells of
the breast to form
These studies also indicate the less time a woman is exposed to her own reproductive hormones, the lower her risk of developing breast cancer is. This includes women who enter menses at a later age as well as women who enter menopause, both naturally and artificially, before the age of 45. Pregnancy, breast feeding, physical activity, a low fat, high fiber diet also helps to reduce the amount of estrogen flowing through the body. Additional risk factors for developing
breast cancer include a family history of breast cancer. If your mother,
sister or aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer, it may indicate a genetic
predisposition to this disease. Women who have not had children or women
who did not have their first child until after the age of 30
Recommendations For Wellness Do monthly breast self-examination.
If you don’t know how, ask your gynecologist. I’m sure he or she will
Get rid of your under wire bras. Under
wire bras don’t cause breast cancer, however, they do restrict the
If it is possible, have your babies
earlier than later. Having your first child before the age of 30 will help
Think twice before taking birth control pills as a form of contraception or for menstrual irregularities. Reduce your fat intake. Studies have
shown that women who eat a low-fat, high fiber diet have lower
Eat soy! Soy has been shown to block
the type of estrogen involved in the formation of breast cancer.
Nutritional deficiencies weaken the
bodies systems. Begin a diet filled with lots of fresh fruits and
Barley Greens and Nature’s Sunshine’s
Immune Stimulator can be used to strengthen the body and
Do a liver cleanse! The liver is responsible
for breaking down hormones that have served their function
Indole-3 carbinol is found in cruciferous
vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, brussel sprouts). It has been
Essiac Tea is popularly used as an additional supplement to support the immune system of individuals suffering from cancer. In preliminary studies paw paw twig
extracts have be used to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. In one
© Copyright Body, Mind & SoulHealer 2005. All rights reserved. _____________________ Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Rita Louise,
Ph.D. is the author of the books “Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4” and
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