Natural hormones help to prevent breast cancer

Quick little post today since I am flying out the door on my way for a whole list of errands! I ran across this article from the North Augusta Today paper website-----gives a good explanation of how NATURAL hormones can help protect you from beast cancer----it seems like all we hear is how HRT increases the risk of breast cancer. Most HRT is composed of synthetic hormones, and as my blog readers know, there is a huge difference between synthetic (ick) hormones and bioidentical hormones. Have a great, balanced day!

Good Quote!

"Freedom is that instant between when someone tells you to do something and when you decide how to respond."

- Dr. Jeffrey Borenstein

(you know, like when your doctor tells you that there is nothing wrong with you, that menopause is a natural condition and you need to suck it up and deal with the hot flashes, memory loss, etc., and then he offers you and anti-depressant!)

Study Looks At Clinical Trial That Tested Estrogen-Plus-Progestin Combination

I debated about including this article on the blog because I didn't want to cause unnecessary concern-----but I chose to include it as an exercise in careful reading. Please note that the article clearly states that women who are on an HRT protocol of estrogen and PROGESTIN (which is NOT the same as bioidentical progesterone----even though a lot of so called medical professionals use the terms interchangeably) who develop sudden breast tenderness are at a higher risk for breast cancer. As always, talk over any concerns about breast tenderness or any other symptom with your health care provider, and do regular self exams and get a regular mamogram. Have a healthy day!

Fast cars boost men's testosterone levels: research

Yeah, it figures, it's a man's world----check out this article----next thing you know a Porsche will be a medical expense! (I get silly on rainy cold days!)

OHSU researchers study affects of hormone levels on the immune system - Breaking News, Local News, Local Weather, Local Sports

OHSU researchers study affects of hormone levels on the immune system - Breaking News, Local News, Local Weather, Local Sports

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Hormone Replacement for Men?

This is a small study-----but a study nonetheless. I think we are going to start hearing more about andropause (male menopause) and my hope is that it will spur researchers into action to conduct studies on BHRT for both men and women. Check out the article from the Morning Call.

A Growing Array of Options for Fibroids

Ran across this article this morning on my newsfeed---from the NY Times. A number of us have dealt with, or are currently dealing with uterine fibroids (I had a hysterectomy in 2002 because of them----boy, I wish I had known about BHRT back then!) Interesting reading. Have a great, healthy day-----I am off to get my hair cut and highlighted today---taking care of the outside as well as the inside!

Study Uncovers Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risk Factors

I had noticed that a lot of women around my age had developed carpal tunnel syndrome, but I always attributed it to advancing age and too many years on the computer. This study, detailed in this article from EHSToday.com, outlines some of the risk factors for carpal tunnel syndrome, and one seems to be menopause. It would be interesting to study this further and see if there is a hormonal connection to carpal tunnel syndrome. As a side note, I have noticed that the function in my wrists is much better since I have been on BHRT (probably a reduction of the inflammation in my wrists). My right arm was crushed in a car accident years ago, and for many years I walked (all the time) with a cane in my left hand. Both left my wrists painful. I have little problems with my wrists now-----and trust me, I use my hands a lot, I am a voracious knitter and do a lot fussy craft work like jewelry making. Something I need to ask my doctor about next time I talk to him!

Women with breast cancer have low vitamin D levels

Lots of articles about breast cancer popping up on my newsfeeds (I think it's because it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month)-----this article from Physorg.com discusses the high probability of women with breast cancer having low levels of Vitamin D (I just heard on Dr. Oz last week that almost 70% of the US population in general is Vitamin D deficient-----that's scary!)

If you live in the Southeast, you certainly are not going to get your Vitamin D from the sun today----here in NC, it's rainy, gray and icky (I do not believe that's a meteorological term, but it's a good description of the atmosphere). I have already been to the gym today, and now I am settling in at home to read, knit and work on a couple other projects (this weather makes my back crazy). Hope whatever the weather, you are having a good start to the week!

Tip: Get out for a high-quality dose of vitamin D

From Newsday.com----a very quick little article----pay attention to the bottom paragraph, one of the better explanations I've seen of why just healthy eating will likely not give you adequate Vitamin D dosages. Enjoy, and if the weather permits it where you are, get out there today and soak up a few minutes of sun (it doesn't take that much!).

Exercise for Your Immune System's Health!

Ran across this article from HealthNewsDigest.com ---- and ironically, Sunday is usually the one day of the week I don't exercise-----hmmmm, perhaps with all the talk about H1N1 and seasonal flu---I need to up the exercise program a bit. I think I will make a deal with myself---I can go out to the movies and lunch this afternoon, if when I get home I take a long walk. Sounds like a plan, I am off to greet the day! Go Panthers (sorry, I live in Charlotte, and this town is SO upset that the football season has started 0-3. ) The only thing I know about football is that Jake Delhomme has a nice butt (and if you are wondering how that relates to hormones---a little testosterone cream is great for the libido!)

Recent, Vigorous Exercise Linked With Reduced Breast Cancer Risk

Posted on: Thursday, 1 October 2009, 10:38 CDT
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Post-menopausal women who engage in moderate to vigorous exercise have a reduced risk of breast cancer. Click here for the rest of the article--- (then head to the gym or outside for a walk---don't forget, this is breast cancer awareness month!)

Is it menopause or is it your thyroid?

From Examiner.com-----an article on Mary Shomon's new book "The Menopause Thyroid Solution". I have this book on its way from Amazon.com (got tired of waiting for it through the library system!) and I will let you know how it is as soon as I read it---but I already know it will be a winner as I get Mary Shomon's thyroid newsletters and they are full of information.

TV Alert (Charlotte, NC area only!)

For those of you who live in the Charlotte, NC area --- PBS station WTVI is rebroadcasting a one hour show on bioidentical hormones on Saturday, October 10 at 9 am. The show originally broadcast on Sunday evening, and of course, I missed it! Have a great weekend!

Menopause, the Late Years

Ran across this article on the More Magazine website---if you are having memory/cognition problems, reading this will comfort you to know you are not alone.