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Breasts: The Owner’s Manual Book Endnotes

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[…] R. Waladkhani and M. R. Clemens, “Effect of Dietary Phytochemicals on Cancer Development,” International Journal of Molecular Medicine1 (1998): 747–53.      6.  M. Valko et al., “ Free Radicals, Metals, and Antioxidants in Oxidative Stress​-Induced Cancer,” Chemico-Biological Interactions160, no. 1 (2006): 1–40.      7.  B. Burton-Freeman et al., “Strawberry Modulates LDL Oxidation and Postprandial Lipemia […]

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2025 Southern California Summit

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[…] marinate, sauté, roast, and bake __________ (fill-in the blank! Tofu, veggies, grains, beans…). You will receive a written comprehensive list of must-have staples to stock your fridge, freezer, counter, pantry and spice rack so that you can whip up a delicious, satisfying meal for yourself or your entire gang – any day, any time. […]

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2025 Cancer-Kicking! Summit Arkansas

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[…] marinate, sauté, roast, and bake __________ (fill-in the blank! Tofu, veggies, grains, beans…). You will receive a written comprehensive list of must-have staples to stock your fridge, freezer, counter, pantry and spice rack so that you can whip up a delicious, satisfying meal for yourself or your entire gang – any day, any time. […]

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Breast Cancer 101

BRCA Gene Mutations

[…] The most common genetic mutation for which we can test is called, BRCA (pronounced, brack’-uh), and was discovered in the early 1990s. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human BRCA Mutation Quick […]

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Breast Cancer 101

Self Breast Exam: The A-Z of How, When and Why

[…] other questions, and also provide a detailed instructional video by breast cancer surgeon, bestselling author, and women’s health advocate, Dr. Kristi Funk. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human Are you Too […]

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Breast Cancer 101

A Patient’s Journey: Angelina Jolie

[…] everyone, and there are alternatives available. As Angelina says in her article, the important thing is to be aware of your options. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human Stage 1. Gathering […]

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I Did Not Want To Live In Fear

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[…] room was palpable. I sat next to Jean, an elderly lady, (who) wept tears of relief when the nurse came out and gently told her she was free to go until next year. She’d shared her story with me. The chemo. The mastectomy. She was alone now with no husband. As I watched Jean […]

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Kelly Preston Passes At 57 From Breast Cancer

[…] the lives of 1 in 39 US women (3 percent), and will claim approximately 41,760 women and 500 men this year alone. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human Only two years […]

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Breast Cancer 101

Fast Facts That Could Change Your Life

[…] stop eating, your body starts resting and repairing, but only after it processes your last meal. So what does that mean, exactly? Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human The Hours Following […]

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Signatera Tumor DNA Test

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[…] in your tumor cells. What do my test results mean? If you have early-stage cancer, a negative test means that you are more likely to remain cancer- free. Once you test repeatedly negative for two years, there is a 3% chance of your cancer ever recurring. A positive test means that ctDNA was identified […]

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Inside The Journey

Diagnosed with Breast Cancer… What Now?

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[…] and I’m going to share my story with you, hoping that just one person might conduct a self-check, or schedule their mammogram. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human My routine mammogram […]

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Breast Cancer 101

A Guide to Cancer and Processed Foods

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[…] acrylamide, but also because they’re a major source of refined carbohydrates and empty calories. Diet Soft Drinks If you’re trying to cut calories or carbs, choosing sugar- free beverages might sound like a logical choice. However, long-term use of many artificial sweeteners may put your health at risk. Despite years of studies, there are […]

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Breast Cancer 101

Vitamin D and Cancer: What’s the Link?

[…] lost daily through excretion. Vitamin D is unique among the fat-soluble vitamins in that it’s also considered to be a steroid hormone. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human Getting enough vitamin […]

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Covid: The Looming Breast Cancer Crisis

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[…] than last year). Cancer doesn’t quarantine itself or shelter in place, and when it comes to your breast health, neither should you. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human Alarmingly, at the […]

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Breast Cancer 101

Hormonal Birth Control and Breast Cancer

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These days, women have many different options when it comes to birth control. Forms of hormonal birth control are not only convenient but are also the most effective. In fact, when used properly hormonal birth control is 99.9% effective. That being said, there is some discussion about hormonal birth control increasing breast cancer risk – but is […]

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Cancer-Kicking! Kitchen

Fat-Free Vegan Whipped Cream

This light and fluffy whipped cream makes the perfect topping for fresh berries, grilled fruit, pie, or brownies. It’s is a no nuts, no coconut cream, oil-free, fat-free gem! The key is to “whip it, whip it good!”

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Inside The Journey

Early Detection of Breast Cancer Saved Me

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[…] nursing my second child, I continued to have a yearly mammogram and ultrasound due to dense breast tissue, always with normal results. Unlock all features. Join our free community of over 20,000 women! First Name* Last Name* E-mail Address* Username* Password* Confirm Password* Only fill in if you are not human In March of […]

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