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Understanding Breast Cancer
By Dr. Rita Louise, Thu Dec 8th
Understanding By Dr. Rita Louise © Copyright Body,Mind & SoulHealer 2005. All rights reserved. Our body is made up thousands of cells that differ in size,shape and function. Controlled by our DNA, each cell isprogrammed to perform certain tasks and after a specified periodof time - die. This is normally done in an orderly manner.However, if our cells are exposed to carcinogens, viruses orionizing radiation, for example, the DNA can become damagedcreating havoc with this once orderly process. Said another way,if the rate of new cell growth in the body overcomes the rate ofcell death, tumors can develop. If these cells invade anddestroy surrounding normal tissues, the abnormal cell growth isconsidered to be cancerous. In the US, is the leading cause of death in womenbetween the ages of 30 and 50. Rarely diagnosed before a womanreaches 25, the number of incidents rises with age, peaking atmenopause and decreasing once menopause had passed. About182,000 women are diagnosed with each year andabout 40% of those diagnosed die within 10 years. Scientistsbelieve these numbers are increasing.
Overwhelming evidence into the cause of suggeststhe female hormone estrogen plays a central role in thisdisease. Studies indicate that estrogen stimulates the cells ofthe breast to form cancerous cells. Thus a prolongeduninterrupted presence of high estrogen levels in the body maypredispose a woman to breast cancer. These studies also indicate the less time a woman is exposed toher own reproductive hormones, the lower her risk of developingbreast cancer is. This includes women who enter menses at alater age as well as women who enter menopause, both naturallyand artificially, before the age of 45. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, physical activity, a low fat, high fiber diet alsohelps to reduce the amount of estrogen flowing through the body. Additional risk factors for developing include afamily history of breast cancer. If your mother, sister or auntwas diagnosed with breast cancer, it may indicate a geneticpredisposition to this disease. Women who have not had childrenor women who did not have their first child until after the ageof 30 have been identified as having a two to five times greaterrisk. Women who take birth control pill or utilize estrogenreplacement therapy after menopause are also at a greater risk.Other factors that can increase your chances of getting breastcancer include: weight, dietary fat intake, alcohol consumption,dietary deficiencies and certain types of fibrocystic breastdisease. Recommendations For Wellness Do monthly breast self-examination. If you don’t know
how, askyour gynecologist. I’m sure he or she will be happy to show youhow. If you are over 40, it is recommended that you get amammogram and begin a regular screening program. Get rid of your under wire bras. Under wire bras don’t causebreast cancer, however, they do restrict the flow of lymph inthe breast tissue thus allowing toxins and waste products tobuild up. If it is possible, have your babies earlier than later. Havingyour first child before the age of 30 will help reduce yourrisk. Breast feeding your child for 6-8 months will reduce yourrisk even further. Think twice before taking birth control pills as a form ofcontraception or for menstrual irregularities. Reduce your fat intake. Studies have shown that women who eat alow-fat, high fiber diet have lower estrogen levels than womenthat don’t. Eat soy! Soy has been shown to block the type of estrogeninvolved in the formation of breast cancer. Note: If you sufferfrom hypothyroidism, soy may reduce thyroid hormone levels. Nutritional deficiencies weaken the bodies systems. Begin a dietfilled with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. In addition,make sure you take a high quality vitamin and mineral supplementto ensure your body is getting all of the nutrition it needs. Barley Greens and Nature’s Sunshine’s Immune Stimulator can beused to strengthen the body and support the immune system. Do a liver cleanse! The liver is responsible for breaking downhormones that have served their function and eliminate them fromthe body. Use herbs such as milk thistle, dandelion root orburdock to keep your liver healthy. Indole-3 carbinol is found in cruciferous vegetables(cauliflower, broccoli, brussel sprouts). It has been shown toreduce the amount of the carcinogenetic forms of estrogen andincrease the good kinds of estrogen in the body. Essiac Tea is popularly used as an additional supplement tosupport the immune system of individuals suffering from cancer. In preliminary studies paw paw twig extracts have be used toinhibit the growth of cancer cells. In one study, some breastcancer patients experienced partial or complete tumor reduction.Talk to your health care provider before taking this supplement.It should not be taken with a number of other supplements suchas antioxidant products and Co-Q10. If you have Parkinson’sDisease, you should not take this substance. About the author:Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. is the author ofthe books “Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4” and “The Power Within”. Itis her unique gift as a medical intuitive and clairvoyant thatilluminates and enlivens her work. Let Dr. Louise help you bringhealth healing and wholeness back into your life. Visit www.soulhealer.com orcall (972) 475-3393 for more information.
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