The Dirty Dozen – hmm wasn't that a Western Movie? Well it is also a score card on things that make you sick and are linked to cancer.

What is amazing is the marketing message on most all of these products is that they are good for you and enhance your life. As a cancer survivor – I will admit getting cancer taught me a lot about me, my thinking, my lifestyle and who really is a friend; however given the choice I would have preferred to not learn it from my bed.

Currently cancer strikes nearly 1 in 2 men and more then 1 in 3 women. I am one of many that believes that prevention (instead of reaction) is the best way to deal with cancer. In fact according to the Cancer Prevention Coalition:

You don’t have to get cancer. You know not to smoke to avoid lung cancer. Did you know that a very wide range of industrial causes of cancer have been identified? Avoiding the causes of cancer is the only way to prevent cancer.

Here is a link that will offer you more information. http://www.preventcancer.com/avoidable/

In fact do you know that US Beef and Milk are banned in Europe – because they have a higher standard then we do?

But let's get back to the Dirty Dozen – some are no brainers, things like Flea Collars, and Pesticides like Lysol and Ortho Weed- B- Gon.

However what about Crest toothpaste? Alberto V05 Conditioner? Or Beef Frankfurters?

Here is a link for you to follow-up with.

http://www.preventcancer.com/consumers/general/dirty_dozen.htm

Honestly limiting your exposure to toxins in your home can make a huge difference in your health and that of your children and pets. Simple shopping choices, for the things you use everyday, or on a regular basis.

I think it is important to add too, that what you put in your brain makes a huge difference. Positives, balance, harmony – please make sure you have those resources too and if you need any ideas – please ask me!

To YOUR health!

Theresa

www.livetotalwellness.com/theresa