Learn more here about mammograms, ultrasounds, MRIs and thermograms to help choose the tests that are right for you: What's Right for Me.pdf
From John Hopkins Medical - Learn here about mammograms, ultrasounds, MRIs and the need for supplemental imaging for over 50% of women because they have dense tissue which obscures mammograms: John Hopkins Excerpt.pdf
In the absence of good information, humans typically think the worst, and can over-react and over-treat cancer. For any friend, pet or family member that gets a diagnosis of cancer, knowing what questions to ask can help manage fear, formulate next steps and devise...
One of our clients has been advised to have a prophylactic double mastectomy because she has dense tissue and mammography may miss cancer. Don’t become victim to the limitations of mammography! Get informed, advocate for yourself and request both: functional and...
There’s a startling reality lurking beneath your standard hormonal blood tests. What your blood test reveals about estrogen levels may be far less than the actual amounts present in your breast tissue, putting you at risk for breast cancer development. While blood...
You may experience various symptoms during menopause that may improve with hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness can significantly impact your quality of life, while mood changes and sleep disturbances may affect your mental...
Health decisions concerning birth control are crucial, and understanding the implications of taking birth control pills is important for your well-being. While these pills are highly effective in preventing pregnancy, there is an ongoing discussion about their...
Dangerous chemicals lurk in your everyday plastics, posing significant health risks that you may not be aware of. From bisphenols that disrupt hormones to phthalates that threaten reproductive health, these substances can seep into your food and beverages, impacting...
Over the past few years, vaping has gained popularity as a perceived safer alternative to smoking, but numerous studies reveal significant health dangers. You, or your loved ones, may unwittingly be exposed to harmful substances, including carcinogens in e-liquids,...
Have you ever wondered how your emotions, particularly anger, can impact your physical health? As researchers explore deeper into the connection between our mental state and bodily well-being, a pressing question emerges: can anger increase your risk of developing...
Did you know that not getting adequate sleep could be putting you at risk for cancer? Researchers have found that individuals who sleep less than 6 hours per night, don’t nap during the day, or get less than 7 total hours of sleep are at an increased risk of cancer....
As you navigate the complexities of life, it's imperative to understand the insidious effects of chronic stress on your body. While long-term exposure to stress is known to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, recent research suggests that it may also raise...
Protection from Summertime Sun, Heat and Insects In addition to hydrating, protect yourself from summertime sun, heat, and insects. Product availability is abundant: go natural when you can! Here are a few items for your consideration: Hydrating: SpringAqua Sun: Babo...
It's undeniable that achieving optimal health requires a well-rounded approach, incorporating a balanced diet, exercise, and rest. However, supplements can be vital in bridging nutritional gaps and promoting overall well-being. This article explores the top 15...
What’s the Future of The Thermogram Center, Inc.? Picking up where I left off on my backstory… Today, technology employed online at The Thermogram Center, Inc. (TTC) empowers clients to serve themselves: they can access more online and preventive information than...
What’s Tirza’s Backstory? I am often asked, “how did you get here?” First and foremost, I was called to duty. Being of service to others provides ultimate gratification to me. After serving as a medical lab tech with the Army and completing a B.S. in Industrial...
Present in every human cell, protein makes up about 20% of the human body. From Maricopa: the word protein is a Greek word, meaning “of utmost importance.” Proteins are called the workhorses of life as they provide the body with structure and perform a vast array of...
Hydration is Required for Bone Growth You might be surprised to learn that hydration is not about alkalinity or how much water you drink. Let’s explore water systems with the ultimate goal of ensuring that each of us can acquire true hydration and bone-building water...
There’s Amazing Healing in Hydrogen “Molecular hydrogen exerts biological effects on nearly all organs. It has anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging effects and contributes to the regulation of autophagy and cell death.” Additionally, “hydrogen water has...
Hydration is Not as Simple as Drinking Fluids Hydration isn’t just about drinking water or fluids, but also the introduction of electrolytes necessary for the body to operate properly. With adequate hydration, the body can regulate fluid volume, nerve impulses, muscle...
Post-Menopausal Women and Osteoporosis You likely know that post-menopausal women are at higher risk of osteoporosis. But it’s not just about diminishing hormone production in an aging body. Do you know: that the bodies of post-menopausal women are more prone to...
Do You Eliminate After Each Meal? Have you noticed then when you feed a baby, toddler, dog or cat, they defecate within minutes of eating? Adults are supposed too as well. Our bodies are designed such that when food comes in it creates pressure and triggers...
It’s no surprise that smoking and drinking impact our breast and overall health. But you may be surprised to learn why. Cancer Causing Compounds Commercial cigarettes, grown with chemical fertilizers, can contain not only organochlorines, but also two radioactive...
Warning from the CDC: Experiencing stress, isolation, loss, or systemic social inequities is harmful to the health of Americans. Improving emotional well-being, social connectedness, and resiliency... is critical to population health. Emotional Trauma and Breast...
The human body needs multi-minerals more than vitamins. And while minerals can function in the body without vitamins, vitamins cannot function in the body without minerals. Minerals are essential for all cellular activity and organ and system functions in the body -...
While many health benefits of turmeric curcumin have been long-known, now it is proven to improve bone density. Read here to learn more about the benefits of turmeric curcumin and how much to consume for significant results. Turmeric (biological name: Curcuma longa)...
Do you know that many supposed “healthy” foods contain toxins and compounds that can undermine your health and wellbeing? Truth is, many naturally occurring ingredients in produce and foods inhibit nutrient absorption and increase inflammation in the body,...
Eating organically may reduce the risk of all cancers, especially postmenopausal breast cancer and lymphomas. According to JAMA, promoting organic food consumption could be a promising preventive strategy against cancer. Since our immune system is our best defense...
“Is what I am about to put in my mouth for nutrition or some other purpose?” The answer to this question is a driving force behind the levels of (chronic) inflammation in most of our bodies. If we eat consistently and primarily for nutrition, we should experience less...
Prolonged exposure to excess estrogen is probably the most significant risk factor for developing breast cancer. Excess estrogen also promotes cellular growth in the reproductive organs, increasing cancer risk in the ovaries and uterus. What is the link between...
The most significant risk factor for developing (breast) cancer is prolonged exposure to estrogen and chemicals, particularly those that mimic estrogen, known as xenoestrogens or estrogen mimickers. How can women safely address menopausal symptoms, low libido, UTIs,...
While the birth control pill is one of the most effective forms of birth control, there is an association between estrogen exposure and an increased risk of breast cancer. Does Use of the Birth Control Pill Increase the Risk of Developing Breast Cancer? Most...
What is the link between estrogen and cancer? The link involves how your cells divide during the natural growth and repair cycle. Cancer involves uncontrolled cellular growth. Growth occurs when cells divide—one becomes two, two become four, and so on. Normal breast...
Although it may come as a surprise to many women, underwire bras may increase the risk of developing breast cancer. While bras can hinder optimal breast health by restricting lymph flow and attracting electrical pollution, we can easily manage the risk with a few...
By Tirza at Better Breast Health – for Life!™ – with Riun Ashlie, EMRS (Electromagnetic Radiation Assessment Specialist) In this, part two of a two-part article, we provide mitigation techniques to minimize the effects of electric and magnetic fields (EMF), radio...
By Tirza at Better Breast Health – for Life!™ - with Riun Ashlie, EMRS (Electromagnetic Radiation Assessment Specialist) A growing form of environmental pollution is engulfing us: electromagnetic radiation from evolving technologies. In this, part one of a two-part...
Electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) are produced by electrically charged objects, including everything from toasters to cell phones and satellites. Any source of EMF in proximity to another will produce overlap, or layering, and an additive effect. Over exposure to EMF...
Are you aware that many utility companies have replaced the need to send a representative to your home to "read the meter" with a Smart Meter? These meters transmit pulses of wireless radiation between 9,600 to 190,000 times a day. Chronic exposure to such radiation...
As much as we all use our cell phones and want to believe they are safe, the fact is, they are carcinogenic, meaning they are capable of causing cancer. In this, part two of a two-part article, let's explore cell phone safety tips. Part one, Cell Phone Health Risks,...
As much as we all use our cell phones and want to believe they are safe, the fact is, they are carcinogenic, meaning they are capable of causing cancer. In this, part one of a two-part article, let's explore cell phone health risks. Part two, Cell Phone Safety Tips,...
Many Americans love their cars. Not only a mode of transportation, cars can represent our values, personality or lifestyle, and provide creature comforts and audiovisual entertainment. But do modern-day features impact our health? In this, part two of a two-part...
Many Americans love their cars. Not only a mode of transportation, cars can represent our values, personality or lifestyle, and provide creature comforts and audiovisual entertainment. But do modern-day features impact our health? In this, part one of a two-part...
The same plastic threatening our planet is a threat to your health. Research suggests that plastics may leach harmful chemicals when scratched or heated. At certain exposure levels, some of the chemicals in plastics may cause cancer. It is impossible to avoid all...
Do you know that the environment is the number one cause of cancer? Do you know what you can do to avoid environmental risk factors and live the vibrant, healthy life you deserve? Americans are typically exposed to hundreds of environmental chemicals and pollutants...
Your body is 50% to 70% water. Even your bones are 31% water. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water for optimal health. The quality and quantity of the water you use are essential for: Maintaining body temperature Eliminating waste Lubricating joints...
The Dangers of Cleaning Products Do you assume your household cleaning products are tested for safety? They’re not! The most significant danger in household cleaning products is that our government does not test their safety. Even worse, manufacturers are not required...
Each of us chooses how to manage underarm perspiration and odor. But is our method safe or adding to our breast cancer risk? Let's sort fact from fiction and explore healthy options. What is Sweat? Each person has between two and four million sweat glands in the...
If you wouldn’t eat it, why would you rub it into your skin? Your skin is your body’s largest organ. Up to 60% of what goes onto your skin is absorbed into your bloodstream and circulated throughout your body. Are you reading labels? If not, you might want to start...
Much of the non-organic food you eat is treated with Roundup. It’s killing bees. Do you think it’s any safer for you to eat? Roundup is the most globally used pesticide. In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer declared it a probable human carcinogen...
I am amazed at how many people have failed root canals and don’t know it. Typically invisible to dental x-ray, acute dental issues under the gum line remain the most common potentially life-threatening finding observed at The Thermogram Center. Let’s celebrate the...
While last week's publication included a link to the Table of Contents of the 2nd edition, the entire 300 page edition is now available as a 100% free PDF file to share during the holidays! Download yours below, where you can also obtain ordering info if you prefer an...
While part 1 of our 2 part series on dental risk factors explores cavitations, abscesses, and root canals, part 2 explores amalgam fillings, mercury, metal implants, clenching/grinding and oral care including oil pulling, rinsing, brushing, flossing, and fluoride....
Do you know that there is a link between our teeth and our health beyond heart disease? Dental issues, whether known or unknown to the individual, impact the functioning of organs and systems, including the breasts and immune system. While most individuals blame their...
Please Be Aware and Share: "there is no such thing as a safe (breast) implant." From Susan E. Kolb MD, author of the book “The Naked Truth About Breast Implants: From Harm to Healing." There are many significant health consequences associated with breast implants -...
The by-product of exercise, sweating, enables toxins and waste products to leave the body through the sweat glands. In addition, exercise helps to move and clear the lymphatic system. Unlike the circulation system which has its own pump called the heart, the lymphatic...
You likely know that many drugs and prescription medications come with side-effects. But do you know that using them increase our cancer risk when used for extended periods of time? For instance, beta-blockers that treat high blood pressure also suppress melatonin...
While adequate sleep is crucial for our health and well-being, one in three Americans are lacking. Let’s explore some of the issues and solutions for a good night’s sleep. Sleep is Essential Nearly every system in the body is dependent upon deep sleep for recovery and...
Have you heard of hereditary risk or genetic predisposition? You might be surprised to learn that hereditary risk is one of the most over-estimated risk factors by women. Studies indicate that only 5-10% of cancers are linked to inherited genes, meaning that they...
In our series on the gut microbiome, we explain what constitutes the gut microbiome, signs of compromise, what harms the beneficial bacteria, how to support the gut microbiome and digestive enzymes, indigestion & inflammation. Among the supplements that replenish...
In our series on the gut microbiome, we explain what constitutes the gut microbiome, signs of compromise, what harms the beneficial bacteria, how to support the gut microbiome and digestive enzymes, indigestion & inflammation. Among the supplements that replenish...
In our series on the gut microbiome, we explain what constitutes the gut microbiome, signs of compromise, what harms the beneficial bacteria, how to support the gut microbiome and digestive enzymes, indigestion & inflammation. Among the supplements that replenish...
In our series on the gut microbiome, we explain what constitutes the gut microbiome, signs of compromise, and what harms the beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome. In this article we discuss how to support and replenish beneficial bacteria. Consider These Items to...
Nuts, grains, seeds, beans and legumes have built-in protection in the form of enzyme inhibitors. These inhibitors prevent enzymes from being activated until soaked, germinated, or sprouted. Sprouting Activates Enzymes According to Dr. Axe, “Sprouting foods that...
The phrase “you are what you eat” is only partially true. More accurately, you are what you digest. Additionally, you are what you eat and don’t eliminate, which infers the potential accumulation of toxins and waste products that your body cannot eliminate. Digestive...
They are everywhere, and they present increasing dangers to your health. Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are present everywhere in our environment but are invisible to the human eye. Your only protection is knowing the sources and taking precautions to reduce the...
In our series on the gut microbiome, we explain what constitutes the gut microbiome, and signs of compromise. In this article we discuss what harms the beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome. What Can Harm or Destroy Beneficial Gut Bacteria? Sugar feeds harmful...
You likely know that your immune system is your best defense against disease. But what constitutes the immune system and how can you support it? Approximately 80% of your immune system resides in your gut and is largely controlled by your gut microbiome. Learn about...
Do you know that many foods, particularly plants and legumes, contain naturally-occurring toxins and anti-nutrients that can be reduced or neutralized with proper food preparation or cooking techniques? Or that many food nutrients only become bioavailable with proper...
The human body is designed to take in healthy fat and convert it to the sugars (glucose) it can metabolize. The human body is NOT designed to handle the high sugar and carb content of the Standard American Diet (calorie-rich and nutrient-poor). Since a high sugar and...
Nutrition is key to vitality and immunity. Every one of the ~724 trillion cells in our bodies requires adequate amounts of water, minerals, enzymes and more for optimal functioning. It’s not just about “filling the void” when we’re hungry. It’s about understanding the...
Cancer cells thrive on sugars, not typically fats. Diets based on fats versus carbohydrates and sugars may not only slow the progression of cancer, but “starve it to death”. Consider then, the power of the ketogenic diet. Cancer Cells Feed on Glucose Cancer cells...
Cancer cells thrive in acidic, not alkaline, environments. Diets designed to be more alkalizing to the body may slow the progression of cancer. Consider then, the power of the alkalizing diet. Alkalizing vs Acidifying Diets When it comes to our diet, alkalinity and...
Soy is a legume known for its phytoestrogens. But it comes with good and bad aspects. That is, it is good in some forms and for some women, but not all forms and not for all women. Soy contains many phytonutrients and isoflavones, which are phytochemicals with potent...
Good news for nursing mothers! Evidence suggests that women who nurse for at least six months after the age of 20 can reduce their breast cancer risk by 25%. Breast Feeding Factors Lowering the Risk of Breast Cancer Breastfeeding is a personal decision and depends...
Studies have shown the risk of developing breast cancer is related to a woman’s exposure to chemicals, xenoestrogens (estrogen mimickers), estrogen, and the hormones produced by her ovaries. Pregnancies reduce the number of menstrual cycles, thereby reducing a woman’s...
Do you remember how old you were when you started your period? Have you noticed girls seem to be buying their first bra at younger and younger ages? Menstruation, Longer Estrogen Exposure, and Breast Cancer In the early part of the 20th century, the age at which girls...
The National Institute of Health (NIH) estimates that two-thirds or more cancers link to toxic chemicals in the environment. The staggering numbers associated with the environment is not a guess. The harmful effects of chemicals in our daily life are identified...
When we metabolize food, the process contributes to the pH in the body. To survive, our bodies require an alkaline pH. Hippocrates was a great Greek physician who some recognize as the father of medicine. He practiced the 80/20 principle, professing that a diet...
Choose This Yummy Cucumber Salad for its Anti-Inflammatory and Immune Boosting Properties Note: To learn more about the health benefits of each ingredient, click it's blue link below. All Organic Ingredients for 2 Servings: 2 medium cucumbers: Do you know that...
Part 3 of 3 in our Series on Lymphatic Inflammation Part 3. How to Improve Lymph Flow Move your body to move your lymph! Unlike the circulatory system, which has the heart to pump blood, the lymphatic system has no pump. The flowing of our blood and the...
Part 2 of 3 in our Series on Lymphatic Inflammation Part 2. How to Reduce Inflammation The accumulation of toxins and waste products may not only create lymphatic inflammation throughout the body, but also contribute to localized congestion or blockages in the system....
Part 1 of 3 in our Series on Lymphatic Inflammation Part 1. What is the Lymphatic System? The lymphatic system is an amazing network of organs, fluids, nodules and nodes, glands, vessels and ducts that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted...
Prolonged exposure to excess estrogens is the greatest risk factor for developing cancer and every man and woman converts some progesterone and testosterone to estrogens, often without symptoms. No wonder so many people are blind-sided with a diagnosis of cancer!...
Zucchini promotes intestinal health and weight loss, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, fights inflammation and helps prevent cancer. And coconut oil improves stamina, mental clarity, hormone health, immunity and the healing of many digestive issues. Let's explore...
Hearty, nutritious stews in Winter soothe the soul and satiate the appetite. Let's look at a recipe that's sure to please. In Between the Holidays Many of us may eat less than optimally at Thanksgiving and Christmas. And the demands of the season may keep us from...
This week’s article is comprised of excerpts from a compelling and well-researched article by Christie Aschwanden titled, “What If Everything Your Doctors Told You About Breast Cancer Was Wrong?” It explores the rhetoric, hype, politics, and costs of mammography,...
Breaking News: Due to risks inherent with mammography, the American Cancer Society now recommends that women start later and have fewer mammograms. This approaches the U.S. Preventive Task Force position supporting biennial screening for women aged 50-74. What are...
Most Americans believe that they are required to maintain health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. However, there are alternatives that not only meet that requirement but also reduce the cost of monthly premiums and annual deductibles while encouraging...
“My mammogram is always normal.” Because mammograms can miss 20% - 75% of breast cancers, many women are getting a false sense of security: while their mammograms may be normal, their lives may be threatened with aggressive breast cancer.[i],[ii] Hence our trademark:...
Many men and women are afraid that they are doomed to cancer if their family members have been diagnosed. For example, we are led to believe that if our parents or their siblings had breast or colon cancer, then we are more likely to be diagnosed as well. But fears...
As we approach October and Breast Cancer Awareness month, a stark reality is hitting me: The incidence of breast cancer in the US has increased from 1 in 20 in 1960 to 1 in 7 today, and I expect that as long as our country focuses on the concept that "early detection...
Vitamin K refers to the group of fat soluble vitamins, essential for blood coagulation and for binding calcium to the bone. Without adequate vitamin K, vitamin D cannot improve bone density, our blood does not coagulate (leading to uncontrolled bleeding) and our...
The bad news: Many women diagnosed with breast cancer have been found to be deficient in vitamin D. Could their diagnosis have been prevented? The good news: optimizing blood levels of Vitamin D may significantly reduce the risk of more than a dozen types of cancer,...
A new study following 100,000 women for over 20 years indicates that up to 25% of breast cancers diagnosed via mammography were Stage 0 but treated with mastectomies. Since at least 80% of these “pre-cancers” do not lead to active cancers, some doctors are questioning...
While I am not a nutritionist, many clients ask me about healthy nutrition. After fourteen years of experience with thousands of clients, some of whom are nutritionists, and much research for personal and professional interests, here is a list of ingredients...
In spite of normal mammograms and ultrasounds, four Thermogram Center clients just informed me that their thermograms led to breast cancer diagnoses. All four clients trusted the interpretations of their Risk Assessing Thermal Imaging and their intuitions: they sought...
The article on How to Use Essential Oils in a Neti Pot to kill off microbes infecting the sinuses left some readers asking, “where do microbes come from?” While some microbes enter our sinuses by breathing, many emanate from our gut and intestines, and some enter our...
When mold, mildew, fungus, yeast, candida, parasites, bacteria, virus and other unfriendly microbes live in excess in our gut, they can live in our sinuses without us knowing it… until the possibility is revealed by our thermal imaging. But some sinus infections can...
Have you heard the slogan, “You Get What You Measure?” It works for Weight Watchers® and I propose that it can help anyone stay on track on their journey to better health too. This week I offer a Risk Factors Worksheet that will enable you to acknowledge and focus on...
Have you heard the slogan, “You Get What You Measure?” It works for Weight Watchers® and I propose that it can help anyone stay on track on their journey to better health too. This week I offer a Risk Factors Worksheet that will enable you to acknowledge and focus on...