Breast Health Blog

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Once again, we find ourselves in the pinkwashing month of October. Known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this time of year ushers in a flurry of pink ribbons, and the war-like mantra, “Catch it early, save a life and save a breast.” Yet we still have no cure in sight. Just treatments. Fortunately, there are […]

Breast Cancer Risks of Cell Phones in Bras

The following article was originally written by Daniel T. DeBaun and reprinted with permission from Defender Shield. It seems as though fashion designers forgot to think of practicality or function when designing women’s clothing. With annoyingly small pants pockets that can’t fit more than a key or a lipstick tube, with some “pockets” that are sewed shut or […]

The Suppressed Health Risks of Root Canals

Did you know that root canals can have untold negative effects on your health? There is recognition among integrative dentists and physicians that dental health has a tremendous impact on the overall health of the body. People are slowly discovering the hidden dangers of things like root canals and mercury amalgams as more medical professionals […]

Physiology is Key in Thermography

by Anthony Piana, DC, FPACT To understand the process of using thermography for detecting breast cancer, we must first understand physiology. We are not looking for breast cancer itself per say, but physiological changes that may be involved with its formation and growth. Breast cancer can cause inflammation due to tissue disruption, or through the […]

How Medical Thermography Can Be Used to Improve Breast Health

Back in June, I was delighted to have the opportunity to be interviewed on The Root of Our Health podcast, hosted by Elizabeth DiCristofano, a functional medicine health coach who focuses on empowering women over 40 to get to the root cause of their health issues. We had an amazing chat, and we went over […]

How to Discuss Thermography with Your Doctor

Tips on Working with Your Doctor for Total Breast Health Care Patients are always asking me if their doctor will understand their thermography report. There’s a large spectrum of responses I’ve heard from my patients’ doctors. Some doctors support thermography so much so, they highly suggest all their patients to have an annual full-body scan. […]

Breast Cancer: The Information You Need To Know

This August I was invited to be invited on Mo Akins’ podcast, Health Your Own Way. Mo and and I had a lovely chat, covering breast cancer symptoms to watch out for, breast cancer prevention, the importance of the immune system, and everything in between. Watch it now! Learn more about breast health, including clear […]

The Surprising Link Between Bras, Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Stress in this time of rapid change is a number one health concern and for good reason. In fact, the US Public Health Service has made stress reduction its number one health-promoting goal. No one is immune to having experienced some form of stress and anxiety. Women may be even more prone due to wearing […]

The Most Toxic Produce You Need to Avoid (or Buy Organic)

Spring is the time when the Earth gives us cleansing herbs and bitter greens to help detox and clear the stagnant energy of winter. It is during this time of the year we begin foraging for our favorite edible spring greens like dandelion, nettle, watercress, lamb’s quarters, violet, chickweed, chicory, amaranth, red mustard, and arugula. Spring is also a natural […]