Breast Cancer Awareness
Blog 8
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October has been designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I always wondered why October but have never found an explanation. I found this on the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s website
“October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer.” You will find some very good information on their site. Here’s a link:
National Breast Cancer Foundation
I’m going with that. October is as good as any month to remind people about breast cancer and early detection.
Tell a friend!
Early detection saves lives.
As a 29-year survivor, I can assure you that early detection saves lives. So, do your self-exams and get those mammograms.
Purchase these pink items and 10% of you purchase goes to help in the fight against breast cancer.
We are joining in the fight by raising funds through our website. When you purchase designated “Pink” merchandise, we will donate 10% of your purchase price to Team Think Pink Inc, a local 501c(3) non-profit organization. Here’s a quote from their Facebook page.
“Team Think Pink Inc. promotes public awareness of breast cancer and raises funds in support of cancer-related organizations.”
You’ll find there Facebook page here
We chose them not only because we know them but because they raise funds in support of other cancers as well.
Oh, I forgot to mention you’ll receive a free “Thank you” gift for your purchase. Win, win.
Give a gift that gives twice
The Teddy Bear is yours to keep for just doing a nice thing.
After doing a little research, I found some interesting facts about tea and it’s health benefits.
Green tea: Made with steamed tea leaves, it has a high concentration of EGCG and has been widely studied. Green tea’s antioxidants may interfere with the growth of bladder, breast, lung, stomach, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers; prevent clogging of the arteries, burn fat, counteract oxidative stress on the brain, reduce risk of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, reduce risk of stroke, and improve cholesterol levels.
Black tea: Made with fermented tea leaves, black tea has the highest caffeine content and forms the basis for flavored teas like chai, along with some instant teas. Studies have shown that black tea may protect lungs from damage caused by exposure to cigarette smoke. It also may reduce the risk of stroke.
Chamomile tea: Its antioxidants may help prevent complications from diabetes, like loss of vision and nerve and kidney damage, and stunt the growth of cancer cells.
Hibiscus: A small study found that drinking three cups of hibiscus tea daily lowered blood pressure in people with modestly elevated levels.
Rooibos (red tea): A South African herb that is fermented. Although it has flavonoids with cancer-fighting properties, medical studies have been limited.
So, guess what? Drinking tea and herbal teas is actually good for you!
Here are some teas we recommend, and they are a part of the fundraiser.
All our pink label teas qualify for a free gift
Thanks for reading this week’s blog. Next week we will kick off your holiday shopping with some Gift Packages designed to make your gift shopping a little easier.
As always I welcome your comments. Until next time . . .
Merci
A bientot