October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, educate, and empower women and families to take proactive steps for breast health. At Imagine Wellness Chiropractic in Phoenix AZ, we believe prevention and education are powerful tools in protecting your health. This handout explores the risks associated with artificial growth hormones, safe and effective screening options, and how chiropractic care supports your body’s healing potential.

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Bovine Growth Hormone and Breast Cancer

Did you know the United States is the only developed country that allows the use of recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH) in dairy cows? rBGH increases milk production but has been banned in Canada, the European Union, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand due to health and cancer risks.

rBGH raises levels of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) in milk. Elevated IGF-1 levels have been linked to increased risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancer:

• IGF-1 encourages cell growth and suppresses cell death, leading to tumor development [1,2].
• Women with higher IGF-1 levels have a greater risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer.

Protective tip: Choose organic or rBGH-free dairy products.

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Breast Screening: Mammography vs. Thermography

Mammography is the standard tool for detecting breast cancer but comes with concerns: - Radiation exposure during repeated screenings - Compression may cause tissue trauma - Less accurate in dense breast tissue

Thermography is a non-invasive, radiation-free option that detects heat patterns in the breast, indicating inflammation or metabolic changes.

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Chiropractic Care & Healing Potential in Phoenix AZ

Chiropractic is a vital part of a holistic approach to wellness and prevention: - Removes nerve interference, improving nervous system function - Enhances lymphatic drainage and detoxification - Supports hormonal balance and reduces inflammation

With a properly functioning nervous system, your body can heal, repair, and function at its best — including breast tissue health.

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Tips & Supplements for Breast Health

Strategy / Supplement & Purpose

• DIM / Cruciferous Veggies: Support healthy estrogen metabolism
• Omega-3s (EPA/DHA): Anti-inflammatory, supports cellular health
• Vitamin D3 + K2: Linked to reduced cancer risk
• Curcumin / Turmeric: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
• Green Tea (EGCG): Antioxidant, supports detox pathways
• Dry Brushing: Promotes lymphatic drainage
• Chiropractic Adjustments: Improves nerve flow and detox
• Avoid rBGH Dairy: Minimizes IGF-1 exposure

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A Message from Dr. Roxane Zamora

“As a holistic chiropractor, I believe in the power of prevention, education, and self-healing. Breast cancer awareness means more than early detection — it means supporting our bodies daily to prevent illness and live vibrantly.”

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Join Us for “Dinner with the Doc”

We invite you to join us for a free educational dinner to learn more about breast health, hormone balance, and how to support your body naturally.

Every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Imagine Wellness Chiropractic
Bring a guest — space is limited!

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Sources:

[1] https://www.centerforfoodsafety.org/issues/1040/rbgh
[2] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15094272/
[3] https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/