CANCER FIGHTING FOODS // Natural Antibiotics for Cold + Flu Season

Winter means cold & SNOW (can you tell we’re excited?) but for many, winter also means cold + flu season. It is almost instinctual for us to head to the doctor’s office to get meds when we come down with a sickness. However, the antibiotics often prescribed usually wind up doing much more harm than good, killing off healthy bacteria and the bad pathogens. While antibiotics do have their place in medicine, why not think about reaching for a natural solution when you can? Mother Nature has some pretty amazing things to offer us!

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Self Care Resolutions for 2016

It’s that time of year again; the time when everyone is making resolutions… or the complete opposite. It seems that many people these days are quick to reject the idea of New Year’s resolutions because it brings up memories of failed attempts and hopeful do-overs. We get that. But what if the concept of a New Year’s resolution isn’t actually at fault? What if it’s about the resolutions you choose to make?

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Breast Self Exam Reminder

Chances are you’re either on your phone or have it somewhere nearby… We’re all guilty. It’s time to put that little gadget to GREAT use by downloading the free B4BC app! The app teaches you how to perform your own breast self exam, shares our 8 Steps to Stomp Out Breast Cancer, and so much more. The best part? The B4BC app allows you to set a monthly breast self-exam reminder. According to Johns Hopkins Medical Center, “40% percent of diagnosed breast cancer is detected by women who feel a lump on their own bodies, so establishing a regular breast self-exam is very important.”

CANCER FIGHTING FOODS // Powered by Pitaya

This week we’re giving you a little taste (no pun intended) of our collaboration with Goofy Foot Foods. If you’re in need of a last minute Christmas gift, this downloadable recipe book is the way to go! It is full of super healthy & DELICIOUS recipes that are packed with cancer-fighting ingredients. It’s oh so easy to give the gift of health this holiday season! Click HERE to purchase a copy of Quick and Clean Salads & Smoothies today. Need more convincing? We’re sharing one of our favorite recipes from the book below!

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Fun & Festive Yoga for Cancer Prevention

We’re all aware of the added stress that comes along with this time of year but we’ve got a solution for you: YOGA. Even if you only have a few minutes a day, striking a few yoga poses can help you re-center and get a few minutes to yourself during the chaos. Not only is yoga good for your mental health, yoga is AMAZING when it comes to cancer prevention. Check out all the different ways yoga can help your body and try out these holiday-inspired yoga moves!

CANCER FIGHTING FOODS // The Benefits of Citrus

ATTENTION: If they aren’t already there, it’s time to add citrus fruits to your shopping list! Not only are they beautiful, they offer a wide range of health benefits that you may not have known about. Citrus fruits contain properties that help prevent tons of health concerns, from cardiovascular disease and cancer, to skin damage from sunlight. In addition to fiber and vitamin C, citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruit, and lemons supply calcium, potassium, folate, and vitamin A to our bodies. These guys definitely deserve to be more than a garnish if you ask us!

Shop Amazon Smile & Support B4BC

The holiday season is the perfect time to spread some love to your family, friends, and your favorite charity! Head to Smile.Amazon.com, where you’ll find the exact same prices, selection, and shopping experience as on Amazon.com. The best part? Select B4BC as your preferred charity and Amazon will donate a portion of each purchase back to B4BC all year long. Sounds like the perfect holiday shopping experience if you ask us!

Holiday Gift Guide for HER

This year you can snag great gifts & support B4BC at the same time! This year we’re offering a whole new group of amazing co-branded products from our partners. Support those who support B4BC by shopping all kinds of different items with proceeds benefitting B4BC.Visit the links below to check out some of our amazing co-branded products! Stylish & supporting B4BC, how could you go wrong?

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // 6 Healthy Holiday Travel Tips

For many of us, holiday season means travel. Whether you’re hitting the road to visit your loved ones or opening your home up for the celebration, chances are your routine is about to be thrown out of whack. But… don’t let the changes affect your dedication to good health! It’s important to make healthy choices no matter what the circumstances, but we know that’s easier said than done. This week we’re bringing you a few tips to help you stay on the right track as you get ready for the chaos of the holiday season.