In part 1, we discovered an emerging trend of evidence linking the Relaxation Response to the healthy function of Nuclear Factor kappa-beta, or NFkB. This is very important to cancer survivors: dysfunction of NFkB promotes cancer initiation and development, by means of increased inflammation, increased damage to DNA, increased cell proliferation and suppression of cell… Read More »
It’s Easy, It’s Free…and It Prevents Cancer
An April 2015 pilot study published by the Public Library of Science (PLoS) is the latest in a line of research studies with profound implications for cancer prevention. A team of researchers examined what changes in gene expression occurred when a group of 48 people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)… Read More »
To soy or not to soy, part 2
Many survivors of hormone-driven cancers are being told to avoid soy at all costs. We’re taking a closer look at the widespread idea that soy is a no-no after cancer. In part 1, we discovered a number of substances, synthetic and natural, whose structure is similar to estrogen. This similarity of structure allows them to… Read More »
7 Common Mistakes Cancer Survivors Make & How to Avoid Them: Part 1
A common question I hear among cancer survivors is “What can I do to keep from having cancer again?” I love hearing that question, because it reflects a proactive approach to creating a healthy future. Having asked that good question, though, lots of survivors get tangled up trying to sort through all the possible wellness… Read More »
A Path to Extraordinary Wellness After Cancer – Part 3
In part 2 of this series, we talked about the foundation layer for wellness after cancer: providing your body the hydration, nourishment, movement and rest it needs to fuel adequate energy production, repair tissue damage and keep its housekeeping systems humming efficiently. You’ll know you’re meeting your body’s needs when you feel symptoms fading and… Read More »