Ways To Prevent Breast Cancer w/ Dr. G | Optimize Your Hormone Health with Dr. Kaycie Grigel | Heal Thy Self w/ Dr. G Episode # 226

Knowledge Bomb Dr. G lays down all the of the internal and external factors that could be contributing to your chances of being diagnosed with breast cancer, from known health-related causes, to endocrine-disrupting chemicals that could be putting you at risk. It’s never too early to start putting measures in place to prevent breast cancer Do you have a first degree relative who experienced breast cancer? Breast cancer showing up in younger and younger patients Stage 0 cells Mammograms and radiation exposure Bracket 2 gene Most breast cancers are not hereditary Alcohol accumulating and adding to risk BMI adding to risk Getting your period early in life Pregnancy over 35 Picking a day to check your breasts Thermograms Smoking adds to risk Fitness Exposures to Xenoestrogens The importance of Fasting Mustard Seed powder Broccoli sprouts Tofu as a phytoestrogen Gut Bacteria Antioxidants Sleep and circadian rhythm Making sure the air is clean in your house The dangers of mold Repressed Emotions Guest Segment Dr. Kaycie Grigel is a naturopathic doctor who specializes in endocrinology and digestion, and also a breast cancer survivor, who works specifically with women who are currently battling or have recently beaten breast cancer. Kaycie joins the show to talk all about hormones, and how making sure our hormonal health is in check can help our bodies to prevent or fight back against hormone-related cancers such as breast cancer. Is stress the #1 Disruptor of our hormones? The Negative feedback loop of hormones How does hormone imbalance feel? How do we know if waking up is caused by cortisol? How do we prevent hormone-disrupting stress? Breathing intentionally Mindful eating Considering breast health early on Genetics Inflammatory diets Exercising Vitamin D levels Drinking enough water Pooping daily Soluble fibers Green tea & other anti-inflammatory foods Soy, a phytoestrogen Hormone-protective foods The importance of Cholesterol Setting ourselves up for long term health Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices