Are You Detoxing Your Breasts? By April Beaman, RDH, CTT
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esearch has shown that up to 90% of cancers including breast cancer are from lifestyle and environmental factors, which leaves 10% relating to genetic predisposition. Your genetics do not determine your destiny! Even if you have a genetic predisposition or carry a gene that gives you a higher risk for certain cancers or disease, YOU HAVE THE POWER to change your lifestyle habits and environment so those genes are not expressed. One way to implement this lifestyle habit is through detoxification practices. Most people have heard of detoxing the colon, liver, kidneys, or even a whole-body detox, but rarely do you hear about detoxing the breasts. Below are five tips that focus on lymphatic movement to help with breast detoxification. Breast Tissue and Lymphatic System Breast tissue is comprised of many intricate parts including adipose tissue,
lymph nodes and lymph. The lymph is a colorless fluid that’s present just under the skin’s surface and it flows through the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system, has many functions. Protecting the body from illness-causing invaders; removing cellular waste; filtering and carrying away bacteria, viruses, cancer cells, and other toxic substances, just to name a few. The breasts are filled with lymphatic pathways that are dependent on healthy circulation. When lymph gets “clogged” the breast tissue becomes congested and the lymph flow can become stagnate. This is one way toxic substances like chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals, and xenoestrogens can store up in the breast tissue, creating toxicity and potential future concerns. In addition, breast tissue that is not properly detoxified can eventually form cysts known as fibrocystic breasts and can cause premalignant
and malignant cells to develop. Because the lymphatic system does not have a pump like our cardiovascular system, it depends on our movement to keep it circulating and flowing properly. Five Tips for Breast Detoxification 1. Rebounding. Jumping on a mini trampoline is one of the best ways to circulate healthy lymph flow and help promote detoxification. Try rebounding 5-10 minutes twice daily for optimal results. Light bouncing is best. If you do not have a rebounder, take a walk outside for 15-20 minutes or more. Make sure to move your arms as you walk to facilitate upper body lymphatic flow. 2. Ditch your antiperspirants. It’s so important for breast health! The use of antiperspirants prevents sweating. However, sweating is a very important way to release some of the toxins that we www.NaturalNutmeg.com
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