Vitamin D May Prevent Breast Cancer

There are two new reports by cancer prevention specialists at Moores Cancer Center, Univsrsity of California, suggest that vitamin D in new prescriptions may prevent up to one half of all cases of breast cancer.

The study is published online in the current issue of The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. It pooled data from two earlier studies by the Harvard Nurses Health Study and the St. George's Hospital Study that alleged that people with the highest levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D, 25(OH)D, had the lowest incidences of breast cancer.

The research was based on 1,760 cases of individuals in the two studies and divided them into five equal groups, from the lowest 25(OH)D at less than 13 nanograms per milliliter, to the highest group with 52 nanograms per milliliter.

"The data were very clear, showing that individuals in the group with the lowest blood levels had the highest rates of breast cancer, and the breast cancer rates dropped as the blood levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D increased," said study co-author Cedric Garland, Dr.P.H. "The serum level associated with a 50 percent reduction in risk could be maintained by taking 2,000 international units of vitamin D3 daily plus, when the weather permits, spending 10 to 15 minutes a day in the sun."

However, women are warned not to run out and start supplementing their diet. There may be other factors that were overlooked in these studies. While the reports are valid, and the research solid, they only represent 1,760 people out of the entire population.

"Meta-analysis is an important tool for revealing trends that may not be apparent in a single study," said co-author Sharif B. Mohr, M.P.H. "Pooling of independent but similar studies increases precision, and therefore the confidence level of the findings."

The authors recommend further research to study individuals for the effect of vitamin D from sunlight, diet and supplements on the risk of cancer.

The dose-response data on 1,448 people in the study were put into order by serum 25(OH)D level and then divided into five equal groups, from the lowest blood levels to the highest.

Co-author Edward D. Gorham, Ph.D said: "We project a two-thirds reduction in incidence with serum levels of 46ng/ml, which corresponds to a daily intake of 2,000 IU of vitamin D3. This would be best achieved with a combination of diet, supplements and 10 to 15 minutes per day in the sun."

Vitamin D3 is available through diet, supplements and exposure to sunlight, or ultraviolet B (UVB) as long as the skin does not tan or burn. In a white woman, it will only take 10 minutes at noontime on a clear day, with 50 per cent skin exposure, to absorb adequate vitamin D. Darker skin will require up to 25 minutes.

It is important to eat a balanced diet. Vitamin D is linked to Calcium absorption, so overdosing on one will throw out the balance and may result in a depletion of one vitamin.

The reports continued and measured Vitamin D's ability to prevent colorectal cancer and found similar results.

The Rise Of the Cougar - More Older Women Now Getting Enhancements
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Although each culture has its own idea of what is erotic and beautiful, in the United States and other western countries, as well as many other parts of the world, a woman's breasts are undoubtedly her most prized physical asset. One need only to turn on a television, go to the movies or flip open a magazine for proof that cleavage and breasts reign supreme in America, Europe and most of Asia.

Unfortunately, a very large number of women are dissatisfied with the size and shape of their breasts. This can be extremely frustrating, particularly because the shape of the breasts can be difficult to alter.

If a woman is unhappy with her legs, she can exercise and change her diet. If she is unhappy with her breasts however, she may feel that her options for changing them are out of her control. However, that is not true - today's women are in a position to take control and enhance both the size and the shape of their breasts.

There are basically two effective options available to women today for enlargement and enhancement of their breasts:

1. Breast Augmentation Surgery

2. Natural, Herbal Breast Enhancement Pills

Other methods, such as massaging with creams or gels and exercises, are not really effective and do not produce significant results by way of enhancement of the breasts.

Breast Enhancement through Surgery

When people think of breast enlargement today, they most often think of surgery. In the 1950s, they may have thought of exercise or push-up bras. In centuries past, they may have thought of herbs like fenugreek and hops flower when thinking of breast enhancement. Today, most women think of implants.

The most common implants these days, of course, are filled with saline. Years ago, implants were usually filled with silicone. Silicone is now considered by most doctors and patients to be too dangerous to use. If a saline implant bursts or leaks, the salt water will be absorbed into the body without great harm.

There are four different surgical options for inserting breast implants:

1. They can be inserted through incisions in the creases underneath the breasts.

2. They can be inserted through the skin in an incision made around the nipple.

3. The surgeon makes an incision near the armpits, and inserts the implants through that.

4. The newest and most expensive technique is endoscopic surgery. In this procedure, an endoscope enables the doctor to insert the implants through a tiny incision in the woman's belly button. That breast implants can be inserted through a woman's navel is amazing, but true.

Problems with Breast Enlargement Surgery

Despite the widespread prevalence of surgery as a means for breast enhancement, there is no denying that the results are often less than satisfactory. Not only do implants frequently leak, necessitating further surgery, but they often just don't look very good. Capsular contracture frequently sets in, squeezing the implant and resulting in a hard, fake-looking breast.

After breast enhancement surgery, some women experience loss of sensation in the nipple and breast areas. Loss of sensation results from damage to nerve endings in the breast and nipple. This loss of sensation may be temporary, but it can also be permanent. The surgical technique used plays a role in this factor.

Another disadvantage of breast augmentation surgery are the very high costs, together with the potential risks of any form of surgery.

Alternative Methods of Breast Enhancement - Natural Herbal Pills

Herbal breast enlargement options are now becoming more widely available, as women seek alternatives to surgery. A variety of natural breast development products can be found on the market, including pills, powder supplements, and creams.

The popular herbal breast enlargement solutions are mostly in pill form, making them both portable and easy to ingest. Women who have tried natural breast enhancements have reported that their breast size has increased by up to two full cup sizes. Although initially met with skepticism, these pills are actually producing some excellent breast enlargement results in women. There is a reason for their increasing in popularity and recognition - they work, and they work well on most women.

The reality is that there thousands of women out there who have successfully enlarged their breasts anywhere from half to two cup sizes (and even more in some cases), by using a breast enhancement pill.

Modern Breast Enlargement Pills

Today's breast enhancement pills use sound science, along with some ancient ingredients, to help enlarge and enhance women's breasts naturally, without side effects. They are much less expensive than surgery, as well as being much safer.

These pills are usually made of non-hormonal plant estrogen, or phytoestrogen. The phytoestrogen activates the prostaglandins in the woman's breasts. Prostaglandins, first discovered in the 1930s by Swedish scientist Ulf von Euler, regulate and communicate with glands. The phytoestrogens encourage breast gland growth, similar to the growth which naturally occurs during puberty.

Herbal breast enhancement can really be an excellent natural, non-surgical option for women desiring breast enlargement. Not only that, the pills can help put some extra padding on women who currently do have implants, to create a more natural look, feel and contour.

If you are one of the several thousands of women worldwide who are unhappy about the size and/or shape of their breasts, today you have a real non-surgical option available – Breast Actives by Breast Gain Plus

Big and firm breasts have been considered the most important feature in a woman's body for centuries. No other part of a woman’s body is as attractive as her breasts which add to the overall beauty, charm and grace of a woman. Women, who have them, carry it off with pride and turn every head. Many women are embarrassed because they have small breasts. Women, in order to enhance their breasts have tried different methods from surgery to massage. Some of them have been useful, while others have just been a waste of time and money.

Whatever the cause of your dissatisfaction with your breasts, you can enhance them—and your self-esteem—with the natural Breast Actives Program. It’s no secret by now that pumps are little more than expensive ways to have the same breasts you’ve always had. Many women have found surgery gives them bigger breasts, but often with a loss of sensitivity, shape, feel—and money. Dangerous, costly breast-enhancement surgery just isn’t the way for today’s woman to enhance her breasts.

There are many different choices of breast enhancement pills and bust enlargement products for women to choose from today. We have researched and studied many of them and have determined that the most promising and powerful products utilize natural hormone balancing herbs. Upon a deeper investigation into these types of products, we found that the herbs contained in many of these formulas have been revered for thousands of years for their ability to naturally promote breast size and firmness.

A lot of women today prefer the easiest, cheapest and the safest method for breast enhancement and that is Breast Actives Program. The Breast Actives Program is the most powerful and natural breast enhancement program available anywhere in the world. The Breast Actives program is a natural Breast Enhancement Program with exercise techniques, natural supplements and enhancement cream that provide nutrients that you may be missing if you are not eating a balanced diet.

Woman's breasts are rarely balanced. Usually one breast is slightly larger or smaller, higher or lower or shaped differently than the other. The size and characteristics of the nipples are diverse from woman to woman. Some women will have hair on their breasts. Since there are hair follicles around the nipple, hair on the breasts is not scarce. The shape and appearance of the breasts undergo a lot of changes, as a woman gets old. In young women the breast skin stretches and expands as the woman grows. That is why young women have denser breasts than older women.

When you want a fuller, firmer, more beautiful bust line and breast enlargement. Breast Actives Program is a unique all-natural breast enhancement formula which contains a proprietary combination of extracts. These extracts and herbs are traditionally known for their ability to naturally balance female hormones and promote breast size and firmness. You can have larger breasts in a matter of weeks. Most women notice significant growth within 3 months.

Public opinion and recent scientific studies have once again swung the pendulum in favor of breast implants in the United States. After the FDA restricted the use of silicone implants in 1992, plastic surgeons experienced a precipitous drop in the number of breast augmentations they performed. The government's concern at the time were reports that silicone implants were causing generalized symptoms in some women (Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other auto immune diseases).

In the years that followed multiple large studies were performed at leading medical centers yielding consistently favorable data. In 1997, the Institute of Medicine independently reviewed this data for the US Congress and found conclusively that there was no evidence that silicone implants were responsible for any major diseases of the body and that these devices did not increase the risk of primary or recurrent breast cancer. Since then, many other studies have solidified these conclusions reassuring the public that silicone and saline implants are indeed safe.

With this increased confidence in implant technology, more women chose to have breast enhancement in the year 2004 than ever before. In fact, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that 254,140 American women underwent the procedure in 2003 compared to 32,607 in 1992. This number continues to rise steadily and Charlotte is no exception. Breast Augmentation has become one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in the US.

Improving breast contours and unevenness may seem trivial and vain at the surface, but the emotional implications are far reaching. The boost in self-confidence that we witness in our patients makes this procedure extremely rewarding. A significant number feel a lack of femininity and have an altered body image similar to our mastectomy patients before their reconstruction. Those that are severely underdeveloped avoid bathing suits and instead wear bulky t-shirts to obscure their flat chests.

Their gratitude after the surgery is unparalleled and they invariably become an important source of referrals to our growing practice. These days, once women have decided to undergo augmentation they are faced with a plethora of options: silicone vs. saline, round shape vs. contoured, smooth surface vs. textured, pre-filled vs. inflatable, under the chest muscle vs. over, in the hospital vs. the office, sedation vs. general anesthesia; not to mention the different size implants and manufacturers available, as well as which incision to use and whether or not other procedures are required. It can become overwhelming?

First, the issue of silicone vs. saline implants. Although the Institute of Medicine unequivocally ruled out the association between silicone gel implants and systemic diseases, local problems with the breasts such as silicone leaking and hardening, while not life-threatening, were concerning to this committee. My personal preference is to use saline implants. These can and do eventually deflate but the salt water used to fill them is completely harmless to the body and gets reabsorbed, making them safer than silicone implants.

Furthermore, unlike saline deflations where the patient soon notices a decrease in size and seeks attention, the ruptured silicone implant can go undetected for years until the breast starts hardening and becomes painful.

The next choice to be considered is smooth vs. textured (rough) surface. My bias has changed in the last decade from mostly textured to mostly smooth implants. Research in the early 90's indicated that textured silicone implants hardened less frequently than smooth ones. It may not be the case for saline implants however. Some studies show a small difference, others no difference.

When it comes to choosing pre-filled (fixed volume set by the manufacturer) or inflatable implants (inserted empty into the breast and then inflated in-situ), I prefer the latter. Using an inflatable prosthesis allows fur a much smaller incision to be made and more flexibility in choosing the final size, especially when the breasts are uneven to begin with.

Placing the implant behind the chest muscle (pectoralis major) or in front is another intensely debated issue. More surgeons, as I do, feel strongly that behind the muscle is better. The major advantages is a lower rate of hardening, better preservation of nipple sensation, improved breast contour (the edges of the implant are obscured by the muscle) and improved visualization on mammogram.

The disadvantages are that there is more pain after the surgery, the breasts look fuller at the top the first month and the implants occasionally "bounce" when the chest muscle is contracted forcefully (as in some body builders). Despite these inconveniences, behind the muscle is definitely the way to go.

Which incision to use for placing the implant, by contrast, is much less important. Excellent results can be obtained with all four approaches: under the fold, in a crease of the armpit, through the areola (nipple) or the belly button. I generally prefer the armpit crease incision as it is a more direct route behind the muscle and leaves no scar on the breast itself Nipple sensation and breast feeding potential remains intact.

The two dominant manufacturers of implants in the US, McGhan and Mentor, are equivalent in most respects. As to the size of the implant, the majority of our patients are conservative: wanting simply to restore fullness after having children or slightly enhancing underdeveloped breasts. The width of the chest, how much breast tissue exists, and what the target cup size is desired, are the major factors in choosing the volume in "cc's" of the implant.

The aesthetic "norm" in the US appears to be a full "c" cup unlike Europe and South America where B/small C is more common. Although not an exact science, the majority of patients are content with their final volume. In our one year post-op survey that patients fill out, 91% of women are happy with their size. 6% would have liked to have gone bigger, and 3% smaller.

Be knowledgeable about the complications that can arise. No surgery is without risks. but these should be minimal.

Finally, take your time to do the research. Don't rush into the surgery. Know that it is safe and ever-more popular, but do it for the right reasons: mainly to feel better about yourself.

Official medicine is too embarrassed to admin that natural breast enlargement is not a myth, however more and more women who have always been embarrassed because of the size of their breast are now experiencing great results with natural breast enlargement (NBE) products.

I know that for some people there will never be enough convincing evidences that any natural breast enlargement pills do work. However, I can assure you they really work without any side effects. Well, it takes some time to achieve your desired results but for the most beautiful things in life you always have to wait.

Why do women think of NBE at the first place?

Women consider NBE first because surgical breast augmentation is expensive and risky sometimes. Also is not private, takes time and it will be obvious that you have your breasts enlarged surgically (I'm not sure if this is a good or a bad thing).

It's normal to be looking for cheaper and more private alternatives to breast enlargement. In fact breast enlargement surgery should be considered as your last resort.

What about breast enlargement pills?

Do natural breast enlargement pills (NBE pills) really work, what's in them and are they safe? These are probably the most important questions that arise when we talk about breast enlargement pills.

Ingredients

Breast enlargement pills contain herbal ingredients. Most popular herbs and extracts are Fenugreek, Saw Palmetto, Fennel Seeds, L-Tyrosine, Mexican Wild Yam, Dong Quai and more. All those herbs are known for ages and work by themselves. As for their combination - it is 10 times better and more potent than each herb used alone.

Fenugreek and Fennel are the two main ingredients. Fenugreek is quite unique herb. It is rich in phyto-estrogens (plant estrogens) and aids in hormonal production and in the development of the mammary glands which need those estrogens.

How Natural Breast Enlargement Works?

Breast pills made of these herbs deliver plant estrogens to your body. It causes hormonal changes that stimulate the process of breast tissue growth similar to the processes during puberty when women breasts start to grow. Plant estrogen is purely natural and completely safe and so are the pills that deliver it to you.

Usually it takes 2-3 months for the pills to take effect and to gain half to one cup to your breast size, which sounds very promising. Most full NBE courses take at least 6 months, so 2 and more cup sizes added to your bust is absolutely real.

Side effects

There aren't any serious side effects known. Clinical studies are conducted all the time with more than 95% success rate.

I seriously doubt that if you are pregnant or lactating woman would take any herbal pills on your own without consulting a specialist. Trust only high quality herbal breast supplements.

In conclusion

Surgical breast augmentation is expensive and risky sometimes. It is also not private, takes time and it will be obvious that you have your breasts enlarged surgically. That's why many women are searching for inexpensive and risk-free alternative to increase their breast size naturally. I am sure you will agree with me that natural breast enlargement is the perfect answer.

Most people in America believe all women want larger, firmer breasts. That is a misconception. Some women feel their frame is unbalanced proportion-wise (making shopping a nightmare because nothing fits), and they want to reduce the size of their breasts. Some women don’t like the negative attention their large breasts bring. Large breasts can also create health problems, such as chronic neck and back pain, and make it difficult to participate in sports or athletic activities.

Large breasts can also create a problem aesthetically, such as when a woman ages or after a pregnancy. Eventually large breasts droop and sag, which can devastate a woman’s overall self-confidence in her appearance. So, while many women want bigger breasts, there are some women who wish they had smaller breasts.

Breast reduction pills claim they can reduce a woman’s breast size with natural extracts and herbal ingredients. Taking pills is much easier than undergoing surgery, so many women lean towards that choice.

If you want to try the pills, do your homework first. The internet is a great resource. Check to see if the product has any testimonials, maybe even before-and-after pictures. Remember though, you have no way of knowing if these claims are true. One question you should ask is: Does a doctor endorse the product? If so, check out his credentials. If he is a podiatrist, don’t give credence to his endorsement. If the doctor is a plastic surgeon, find out if he specializes in breast reduction. And don’t forget to read the product disclaimer. That’s where you might find something about the effectiveness or safety of the pill that makes you think twice about taking it.

If you decide to try the pills, check first with your family doctor. He can advise you of any risks involved, such as potential conflicts with medications you already take.

Surgery is the alternative to reduce breast size. It is instant and it is permanent. There is no need to wait for months or years to see if it works. You will need to recover from the surgery, of course, which will take at least several months and require time off from work. Women who have had the procedure, however, feel its well worth it.

There are some risks involved with breast reduction surgery, including a loss of sensation on parts of the breast and the inability to breast feed. If you are considering breastfeeding children, do not opt for breast reduction surgery.

One of the most obvious differences between breast reduction pills and surgery is the cost. You would have to take a lot of pills for a lot of years to equal the surgery cost of five thousand dollars or more. But do breast reduction pills work? Are you willing to risk spending the time and money on something that may never produce results? Of course, if you try them and they don’t work, you can then consider surgery.

The internet is a superb tool for gathering information on any subject but when it comes to your health, rely only on the information you obtain from a licensed physician. For a surgery such as breast reduction, put your trust in a board-certified plastic surgeon – particularly one who specializes in breast reduction. Most do not charge for the initial consultation.

It is not this article’s intention to provide medical advice. Heed medical advice only from a licensed physician.

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In a world where looks have established a clear mark of status, the corporate world is now taking a new element into account: beauty. It seems that nowadays physical appearance counts as much as intelligent in the race for succeeding in the corporate world.

At times of economical crisis where layoffs have become daily news for most industries, both women and men are looking into plastic surgery as a way to improve their physical appearance and win extra points in the job market.

“We’ve always seen our customers’ confidence being boosted up after their surgery. Apparently, our sales of cosmetic surgery have increased drastically in the last 5 months, particularly, from the Business people and executives and the reason is since there are so few jobs around to obtain and retain that they must look and feel at their very best in order to make a great impression in the interview process as well as to look and feel young and active at work place.  As a small contribution to our customers from our side, we’ve just announced an offer of $100 OFF Coupon on any two or more cosmetic surgery procedures,” says Anthony Giudice, Cosmetic Harmony Sales Supervisor.

A recent telephonic survey carried by The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reveals that plastic surgery procedures have become a relevant key of success for nearly 15 million US women in the workforce. Their reasons go from ´being more confident and competitive´ to ´appearance and youthful looks playing a part in getting hired, promoted or getting new clients.´ this is just may be the case for a large percentage of the working women around the world.

Giudice further adds “However, surgery is a big decision and has to be done only after a proper research on the procedure, facilities and plastic surgeons. We’ve been witnessing an increase in our clientele from all over the world not only because of a favorable exchange rate in Colombia but also because our surgeons are the best and highly experienced. We use only FDA-approved materials.”

About Cosmetic Harmony:

Cosmetic Harmony, headquartered in Colombia, is a medical tourism company which specializes in the complete cosmetic surgery packages, including cosmetic procedures, travel, accommodations, transportation to medical appointments, a bilingual personal assistant and medications. Cosmetic Harmony prides itself of continuity of care and a personalized experience.

For more information on Cosmetic Harmony, visit

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Contact:

Anthony Giudice, Sales Supervisor

305.726.0527

Anthony Giudice is a president and CEO of 5 international companies.

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