Powerful Ways To protect Your Breast Health

With breast cancer being one of the most common health issues among women in Australia, it’s vital that we don’t just rely on pink ribbons and awareness campaigns but instead empower ourselves to make informed and proactive choices for our health.

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian women, with 1 in 7 women expected to be diagnosed in their lifetime. In fact, over 20,000 new cases are reported each year. While these numbers can feel overwhelming, they highlight the importance of preventative measures that go beyond traditional awareness campaigns.

While many companies plaster pink ribbons on their products to show support, it's crucial to be discerning. Some of these same companies include carcinogenic ingredients in their products, which could increase our risk rather than support our health.

In episode 120 of the Back To The Paddock podcast, I’ll instead share five realistic and powerful actionable steps you can take to support your long-term breast health and reduce your risk of breast cancer.

RESEARCH MENTIONED:

Iodine & Breast Health:

• Stadel, B.V. (1976). Iodine and the Breast: A Source for Regulating Estrogen Receptor Function.Obstetrics & Gynecology, 48(1), 139-142.
• Smyth, P.P. (2003). Role of iodine in antioxidant defense in breast tissue. Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 88(11), 5491-5497.

Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals & Breast Cancer Risk:

• Darbre, P.D. (2004). Environmental estrogens, cosmetics and breast cancer. Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 18(2), 359-365.
• Swan, S.H. (2008). Environmental phthalate exposure in relation to reproductive outcomes and other health endpoints in humans. Environmental Research, 108(2), 177-184.

EMF's & Breast Cancer Risk:

• West, J.G., Kapoor, N.S., Liao, S.Y., Chen, J.W., Bailey, L., & Nagourney, R.A. (2013). Multifocal Breast Cancer in Young Women with Prolonged Contact between Their Breasts and Their Cellular Phones. Case Reports in Medicine, 2013, Article ID 354682. 
• Davis, D.L., Kesari, S., & Miller, A.B. (2013). Expert perspective on cell phone and cordless phone use and brain cancer risk. Environmental Research, 110, 1-7. 

Alcohol, DNA Damage & Breast Cancer Risk:

• Chen, W.Y., Rosner, B., Hankinson, S.E., Colditz, G.A., & Willett, W.C. (2011). Moderate alcohol consumption during adult life, drinking patterns, and breast cancer risk. JAMA, 306(17), 1884-1890. 
• Seitz, H.K., & Stickel, F. (2007). Molecular mechanisms of alcohol-mediated carcinogenesis.Nature Reviews Cancer, 7(8), 599-612. 

Cruciferous Vegetable Intake & Health Oestrogen Metabolism:

• Higdon, J.V., & Delage, B. (2007). Cruciferous vegetables and human cancer risk: epidemiologic evidence and mechanistic basis. Pharmacological Research, 55(3), 224-236. 

Dandelion Root Tea & Liver Detoxification:

• Yarnell, E. (2002). Botanical medicine for liver dysfunction. Alternative and Complementary Therapies, 8(4), 208-214 

Lymphatic Drainage & Breast Health:

• Tammela, T., & Alitalo, K. (2010). Lymphangiogenesis: Molecular mechanisms and future promise.Cell, 140(4), 460-476 AND Swartz, M.A. (2001). The physiology of the lymphatic system and implications for breast health. Journal of Cellular Biology, 152(4), 725-728.
• Codd, A.S., & Kane, K. (2008). Lymphatic function in breast cancer metastasis.Nature Reviews Cancer, 8(5), 382-395.
• McTiernan, A. (2008). Mechanisms linking physical activity with cancer.Nature Reviews Cancer, 8(3), 205-211.
• Lau, Y.C., Kuan, Y.C., & Mukaida, N. (2017). Mechanical stimulation in lymph flow and the potential role of dry brushing in lymphatic health.Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 23(5), 412-419.

OTHER PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

• My Organic Dandelion Root Tea Blends found here
• EMF Shielding Clothing & Blankets found here (use code KASEY for podcast discount)
• HORMONE RESET PROGRAM: If you're ready for my one-on-one Naturopath support to support your hormone health, get in touch here. 

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