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Hormone Balance Cheat Sheet

The Greek root of the word hormone means “to set in motion.” Hormones send signals that set countless physiological processes in motion, influence every tissue, and are constantly responding to our terrain. They are part...

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How Does Coffee Lower Cancer Risk? 

“Coffee is an extensively consumed beverage worldwide. It is a complex mixture of approximately 1,000 physiologically active compounds. Previous studies have suggested that coffee possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties and that long-term consumption may...

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Serotonin Plays an Unexpected Role in Cancer

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter primarily produced in the gut. While its functions are multifaceted, serotonin plays a large role in intestinal motility, or the movement of food throughout the digestive system. Serotonin increases when responding...

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A Few Ways to Support Breast Health

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to share a few tips for taking care of breasts. Like everything else in the body, breast health should be approached holistically–diet, light, stress reduction, sleep,...

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15 Ways Progesterone Protects Against Cancer

Progesterone is often described as a “reproductive hormone,” but that definition barely scratches the surface of its biological importance. Yes it plays a significant role in fertility and pregnancy, but progesterone influences nearly every system...

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The Big Business of Breast Cancer Awareness

Today marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every October, campaigns sweep across social media, storefronts, and charity events and billions of dollars are raised in the ongoing fight against breast cancer.  Today, breast...

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