Tips for a Healthier Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving only comes around once a year, so why not go ahead and splurge? The answer is simple.  The weight many of us put on during the holiday season is often hard to take off.  So, we should try to avoid gaining it in the first place.  Thanksgiving doesn’t have to sabotage your weight goals. With a little… Read more »

Breast Cancer and Vitamin D

Research suggests that women with vitamin D deficiency may have a higher risk of developing breast cancer. Vitamin D may also play a role in controlling normal breast cell growth and may be able to stop breast cancer cells from growing. You likely already know that vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which is… Read more »

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is usually a month of pumpkin orange, and autumn leaves turning fiery shades of red and yellow, but it is also that time of year where we are reminded to think pink.  It’s also National Breast Cancer Awareness month.   Most women know that they should perform monthly breast self-exams, feeling for any abnormalities.  Women ages 40… Read more »