Tag: breast cancer

The Epidemic of Breast Cancer and Thyroid Disorders: The Common Link

Written by Dr. David Brownstein A recent study found higher levels of free T3 (a thyroid hormone) as well as thyroid peroxidase and thyroglobulin antibodies in patients with breast cancer when compared to healthy controls. (1) Nearly one in seven (14%) U.S. women have breast cancer. Thyroid disorders are the most common endocrine disorder present in the… Read More »

Birth Control Pills and IUDs Increase Breast Cancer Risk

Written by Dr. David Brownstein For many years, I have been counselling my patients not to use birth control pills as a form of contraception. My reasoning was that there were too many adverse effects with oral contraceptives and there were safe and effective alternatives that were not associated with serious adverse effects. In the… Read More »

Nutritional Considerations of Women’s Health

Republished with permission from SpectraCell Laboratories There is overwhelming evidence that vitamin deficiencies are associated with chronic disease processes and the overall condition of one’s health. In this article, we’ll highlight the importance of nutritional supplements for the health of every stage in a woman’s life. Osteoporosis Good bone health is not as simple as… Read More »