Breast Cancer Awareness

Did you know 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer? Even though you can't prevent cancer, there are still steps you can take to lower your risk. Family history can't be changed but your lifestyle can be. 

Make sure to maintain a healthy weight. If you are overweight you will have a higher change of getting breast cancer. Make sure to eat a healthy diet and get the adequate amount of exercise which means 30 minutes each day. Also, watch how much alcohol you consume. Try to limit the amount you drink in a day as this can also increase your risk. There is also some evidence between smoking and breast cancer. This unhealthy habit should not be apart of your lifestyle as it can cause serious problems for your health. 

But ladies, don't stop there. Make sure to do self breast exams each month, get scheduled exams by your doctor, and have a mammogram. Wouldn't you want to catch it early? Don't be lazy and have an early detection plan! 

Source: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org
 http://www.mayoclinic.org

Fun Fall Recipe

With Halloween approaching here is a healthy recipe perfect for fall from Standard Process :)

Thai Pumpkin Soup

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 1/2 cups canned pumpkin
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon green chillies, chopped
• 3/4 cup coconut cream
• 3/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Sea salt and ground pepper
  
  Directions:
• Saute onion in olive oil until soft
• Add tomato paste, pumpkin, ginger, garlic, and broth
• Combine until thoroughly heated and place in belnder
• Add chillies, coconut cream, coconut milk, and lemon juice
• Blend for 30 seconds
• Season with sea salt and pepper to taste
• Serve immediately
• Serves 2-4
  
  Source: https://www.standardprocess.com

Wash away the germs

The best way to protect yourself from germs is washing your hands. It's quick and simple and can prevent you from getting sick and spreading germs to others. Just think, someone sneezes or coughs and touches an object. Then you touch that same object and right after touch your face. When you come in contact with those germs you are putting yourself at risk of getting sick. It's important to be aware of what you are touching and making sure you are constantly washing your hands. Before you eat it's crucial that you wash your hands because if you don't those germs are going right in your mouth. Those germs will multiply and attack your immune system. 

The hand washing method:
1.  Wet your hands with either cold or hot water and apply soap. Most people think hot water is the way to get rid of germs but cold water works just as well.
2. Rub your hands together and make sure you scrub between your fingers and under your nails as germs can be in those places. 
3. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Instead of counting to 20 you can sing "Happy Birthday" twice to make sure you are washing your hands long enough.
4. Rinse your hands under the water.
5. Dry your hands with a clean towel. 

It's also a good idea to carry hand sanitizer with you. This is very convenient and a good way to get rid of the germs. Make sure to use an alcohol-based and sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. If you get anything less it won't be as effective. 
Get in the habit of washing your hands throughout the day or using saniziter as this is the best preventative measure you can take so you do not get sick.

Source: https://www.cdc.gov