November
2007
Alcohol Raises Breast Cancer Risk
All types of alcohol add equally to the risk of developing breast cancer in
women, American researchers said at the European Cancer Organization in
September 2007.
Just 1 or 2 drinks a day - whether wine, beer or liquor - increases risk by
as much as 10%, when compared with light drinkers - those who had less than one
drink a day. Women who had more than three drinks a day raised their risk by
30%.
Still, doctors said that other factors, such as genetics, obesity, and age,
were more important in raising the breast cancer risk than was alcohol
consumption. - Associated Press.
It's good to be aware of risk factors, but rather than focusing on health
risks, why not focus on ways we can optimize our health? We can't control our
age or genetics, but we can eat a healthy diet, lose weight, exercise, minimize
stress, and reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption.
Namaste,
Sue Redding
"Our fears are more numerous than our dangers,
and we suffer more in our imagination than in reality." - Seneca"
A great marriage is not when the 'perfect couple' comes together.
It is when an imperfect couple learns to enjoy their differences." - Dave Meurer
"Whenever we are fully present for others,
we sing out to them that they are important."
Not Tonight, Dear- I Just Washed My Hands
Anti-bacterial soap is no more effective at preventing infection than regular
soap, and triclosan (the active ingredient) can mess with your sex hormones.
- Discover Magazine
Eating mustard can help alleviate muscle cramps.
