PAUSE 4 PREVENTION // Get Outside to Get Healthy

Summertime is in full swing and we are loving spending as much time outdoors as we possibly can! From the beach to the mountains, there are so many amazing things we can do in the great outdoors during this time of the year. Not only does being outside make us happy, it makes us healthy! Here we’ve got seven ways how being outside makes you healthier…AS IF we needed more reasons to get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather!

TASTY TUESDAYS // Seasonal Produce Cheat-Sheet

With technology and transportation being as crazy and quick as it is these does, it is possible for us to eat our favorite fruits and veggies pretty much anytime of the year. However, there once was a time when we had to wait around for the earth to produce these guys for us during a certain time of the year. By having the patience to wait for your produce to be in season, you are actually benefitting quite a bit! When produce is in season, it is at it’s peak in nutritional value and is more tasty than any other time of the year. By eating what is in season, you are also helping out good ole Mother Nature!

TASTY TUESDAYS // Avocado Pesto Toast

It’s safe to say that the avocado isn’t going anywhere and we are more in love with it than ever! We could eat it with every meal and this recipe makes it super quick & super easy to enjoy avo on the go. Spread on your toast in the morning and top it with some tomatoes, an egg, or whatever you choose for the perfect breakfast to take with you while you head out the door!

Be Healthy, Get Active, & Win!

We are thrilled to announce that Pura Vida Bracelets has expanded the B4BC collection, and now the entire breast cancer awareness line of bracelets benefits B4BC’s breast cancer education, prevention and support programs! To celebrate, we are giving away one of each bracelet this week, including the original B4BC bracelet and the entire Breast Cancer Pack to one lucky winner!

PAUSE 4 PREVENTION // The MAN Guide for Non-Toxic Shopping

We know we spend a lot of time on the ladies here at B4BC, but as it turns out, men use an average of 6 personal care products a day that are chock-full of toxins and contributing to your cancer risk. Whether it be your deodorant, aftershave or lotion, we got the inside scoop on how to shop chemical-free from GOOD, who’s motto on the topic is “If you don’t want to do it for the planet, or yourself, do it for your sperm.” You heard it here first, gentlemen. Read on to see the Man Guide to Non-Toxic Shopping.

PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Chemicals of Concern

Most of us use numerous personal care products on our body each day, whether we are doing our makeup in the morning, washing our face at night, or anything in between. Unfortunately, many of us are not aware of exactly how these products are impacting our body. From shampoo to lipstick, deodorant to sunscreen, many of these products include chemicals that can be far more damaging to our bodies than we know.

TASTY TUESDAYS // Summer Lentil Salad

The last thing we want to do in in the summer is spend all our time in the kitchen, when we could be enjoying the beautiful outdoors. This recipe for a Summer Lentil Salad is ridiculously simple and SUPER delicious. Tons of nutrients and flavors are combined to make this unbelievably quick salad that will fill you right up!