Helping Prevent Cancer with YOUR Environment!

 
Fighting cancer begins with preventing cancer.  My last entry focused on strategies to help prevent cancer with your diet.  A recent report by The Columbia University School of Public Health estimates that 95% of cancer is caused by diet and environmental toxicity.  What are some of the ways we can all help prevent cancer by avoiding environmental toxins?
 
A toxin is a poisonous substance.  With that definition in mind, who wants to be exposed to poisonous substances???  Here are just a few (of many) ways you can help avoid toxins in your environment, and therefore help to prevent cancer!

 
1.  Only use natural cleaning products in your home.
2.  Switch over to natural brands of toiletries (e.g. toothpaste).
3.  Remove any metal fillings (by a qualified dentist of course) as they are a major source of mercury.
4.  Avoid using artificial air fresheners, dryer sheets, fabric softeners or other synthetic fragrances, as they can pollute the air you breathe.

Safe sun exposure is healthy!

5.  Get plenty of safe sun exposure to boost your vitamin D levels and your immune system (you’ll be better able to fight disease).
6.  Limit your use of drugs (prescription and over-the-counter) as much as possible.
7.  Have your tap water tested, and if contaminants are found, install an appropriate water filter on all your faucets.
8.  Avoid vaccinations
9.  Use only natural products on your skin (such as lotion, make-up, nail polish, hair gel, sunscreen, soaps, shampoo, etc. etc. etc. etc.).  A good rule of thumb, don’t put it on you unless you are willing to put it in you.

 
There are a lot of things you can do to be PROACTIVE with your health!  I encourage you to recognize some areas you can improve in with your diet and your environment, and start making positive change now!