BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // 17 Easy Tips to Live a Little Greener

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The environment can be a grim topic, but our approach to it doesn’t have to be. It’s a no brainer that free radicals are harmful to our bodies and the environment. As more and more studies link that the likely increase of breast cancer is due to environmental factors, it’s important for us to do our part to live green and work towards a healthier environment for everyone to live in. In order to be the best it can be, the planet needs a little love! We’ve got 17 super simple steps you can take to help you live a little bit more green.

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Self Care = Self Love

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If you’re a driven, passionate person who wants to do great things, you probably have a tendency to overload yourself with endless meetings, appointments and to-do lists. We get it — feeling busy can make us feel good but this typically only goes well for a while until, one day, you wake up completely exhausted, overwhelmed and drained. Those are not adjectives that generally describe a healthy, happy person.

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Make the Day of a Fighter

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In honor of this weekend’s Chasing Sunshine Retreat, we’ve decided to mix it up with this week’s Breast Cancer Prevention post. Unfortunately, cancer is a reality in our world and chances are we all know someone who has been affected. It’s our jobs to make those fighters feel as comfortable as possible and give them the motivation and support to keep fighting! When a person first gets a cancer diagnosis, they’re often so overwhelmed they have no idea how to ask for help or what to ask for — but they sure need it. If you have a friend or family member with cancer that you want to help, don’t make the mistake of making a vague, questionably sincere offer “Well, call me when you need me!” (they won’t). Instead, make their life easier by anticipating his or her needs and giving tangible, much-needed support.

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // The Alcohol Impact & How to Help Your Body

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There’s no getting around it: alcohol does a number on our bodies — including exacerbating hormonal issues like fibroids and endometriosis and increasing our risk for breast cancer. But we’re not here to make you feel guilty for having a glass of wine. Really! Rather, we want to make sure you’re aware of the impact it has on your health and how to get your body back up to speed.

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Megan’s Guide to Oil Pulling

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Who knew this little baby could do so much good for our body. This week’s post comes from our friend and B4BC Wellness Ambassador Megan Pischke! If you’re like us, you’ve heard about oil pulling by now. It became a HUGE trend not too long ago because of the so-called benefits. Megan decided to hop on the bandwagon and find out if it really is worth the time. Read up on Megan’s experience and decide if you want to try oil pulling out for yourself!

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Quick Tips to Reduce Your Risk

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It’s always the right time to be proactive about your health and it’s always the right time to start preventing. This isn’t about grand detoxes or cleanses, though they do work when done correctly. The important stuff is what we do every single day. Summer is in full force and we know your schedules are packed, but that’s no excuse to throw your health to the wayside. Small habits can make a big difference in the long run. Here are 4 simple things you can start doing to help prevent breast cancer today!

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Everything You Need to Know About Inflammation

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Of all the wellness buzzwords out there, inflammation might be the buzziest, and with good reason. Inflammation’s dark side is a powerful force in cancer development, where it aids and abets tumor growth and spread around the body. Essentially, inflammation may provide the fuel that feeds the flames of cancer and other nasty diseases. Being said, it’s an important topic to learn more about in order to live a healthier lifestyle!

BREAST CANCER PREVENTION // Breast Self Exam Reminder

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If you’re like most people these days you spend a whole lot of time on your phone… Why not give that little piece of technology some serious power to do something good for you? With the free B4BC app, you can learn how to perform your own breast self-exam, our 7 Steps to Stomp Out Breast Cancer, and keep up with our team riders and events. The best part? The B4BC app allows you to set a monthly breast self-exam reminder. So, what are you waiting for? Download the B4BC app for iPhone and Android for free right now!