Sugar, Cancer's Best Friend
by
Frank Jasper, L.Ac.
Pink-Link Holistic Health Expert
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As it turns out sugar is not such a "sweet" story after
all. In the United States the yearly sugar consumption, per individual, has
increased over the last two decades from 26 pounds to 135 pounds. Over this same
period cancer rates have also increased. Now one in three people will get cancer
in his or her lifetime. Before the turn of the century (1887-1890), the average
consumption of sugar was only 5 pounds per year and cardiovascular disease and
cancer were relatively unknown. Sugar consumption is not the only factor that is
responsible for such a sharp increase in the number of cancer related deaths,
which hit an astonishing 570,000 per year in 2005. But it does indeed have a
direct correlation to cancer growth and expression, a factor that cannot be
ignored.
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Greetings!
The holidays are upon us. You might not be in the "celebrating" kind of mood depending on where you are in your treatment, but try and take this time to reflect on your year past and the new one to come. You have the power to take control of your health and make changes to your lifestyle and your mental health. Maybe you'd like to exercise more or just get started. I'd like to announce the addition of Sami Papacek-Reis as our new Physical Trainer. She has been working in this field for 10 years and developed the Pink T's program, an exercise class for women recovering from breast cancer. She will be running our Trainer Forum, so if you have any exercise questions, please post in her forum. I'd also like to announce that 6 Pink-Link members were chosen as winners of the Emerald Dream Ball Contest. Congratulations to Dawn Bradley, Priscilla Diblasi, Paula Eakins, Flora Melchionna, Melissa Ward and Anne Harlin. I hope you have a wonderful Las Vegas experience. I'd love to hear all about it! I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and a very happy and healthy New Year! Vicki Tashman Founder Pink-Link
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December Contest 
A diagnosis of breast cancer had
brought Patti, Jana, Jennifer and
Kim together for a monthly lunch at their local Nordstrom's café, but it was a
desire to provide hope to others that would make them friends for life.
Nordie's at
Noon shares the personal stories of each of these courageous young women. A
source of humor, strength, inspiration and education, the book is a celebration
of friendship and of living life to the fullest.
Five copies of this book have been generously donated to Pink-Link. To win a copy of the book, please answer the following questions by replying to this email:
1. Approximately how many women under 40 will be diagnosed with breast cancer
during the next year?
2. How can young women prevent breast cancer?
Your correct answers will be collected and winners will be chosen at random. You can also buy the book directly at http://www.nordiesatnoon.com. Thanks and Good Luck!
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Answers to November's Contest
 Our November contest was based on the book, "After Shock, from Cancer Diagnosis to Healing," by Puja A.J. Thomson. Here are the questions we asked and the answers found in the book. 1. What are some ways to cope with the shock of a cancer diagnosis? (page 6) It is a blessing to have someone close to you who is willing to listen to you. Trust yourself. Take your time to gather information and think about your choices. Ask yourself "What can I do to help myself become well?" instead of worrying about questions such as "Why me?" Read inspiring stories of those who have survived your type and stage of cancer. Write your thoughts and feelings down in a private journal. Be gentle and kind to yourself.2. Why is it important to have someone accompany you to appointments? (page 51) It is well researched that when we are stressed, our memory is less sharp and we are more likely to "space out." We may be tempted to give away our power to someone in authority and thus acquiesce prematurely or agree to something we would not choose under normal circumstances.3. What are the benefits of meditation as part of your wellness program? (page 143) No matter what is going on in your cancer journey, you can tap into resources beyond the physical, which can have a marked effect on the physical. Spiritual practices, like meditation, can open a door to deeply healing connections between yourself and the universe. Their beneficial results can be experienced in many ways, physical, emotional and spiritual.You can read more about Puja's book as well as purchase it by visiting her website. Please click here. |
Road to the Ironman
by Leslie Biernat, Pink-Link member 
It is official, I'm in, Ironman 2008 here I come!! Registration closed in 20 minutes and I was
one of the last ones to get in whew! So
now I'm a little scared, what was I thinking??
What am I thinking? Okay I am
doing this for all of us survivors and I will represent us well. So now as I continue my road to the Ironman I
will update you on the latest in my journey.
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Financial Security
by Sandy Nickler, Breast Cancer Survivor 
Sandy will be writing a series of articles for "The Power of Positive Pinking" about financial security. Sandy is a Realtor living in Phoenix, Arizona.As a breast cancer survivor I know how this disease not only
changes us, but how it effects everyone close to us. In April 1997, I was
diagnosed with a very aggressive breast cancer. I was immediately scheduled for
a radical mastectomy followed by five months of chemotherapy. I thought cancer
would bring my husband and I closer together. I had no clue it would change our
relationship for the worse. Read Sandy's article
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Recent Survivors Needed for Study 
Researchers at the University of Illinois are working on a study to learn more
about how women talk about cancer with their spouses/partners. They are asking
women who are receiving treatment for breast cancer, or who have recently
completed treatment, to share their opinions and experiences by responding to an
online questionnaire. Your responses will be completely confidential.
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From One Member to Another
by Anna Gioia
I am a 2 year breast cancer survivor and the
chemotherapy left my body highly toxic even though it saved my life!! Four
months ago I started a Nutritional Cleansing program and to date I lost 35
pounds and 43 inches!! By cleansing and nourishing my body with the Isagenix Nutritional
Cleansing & Fat Burning System, I have a new-found energy and
enthusiasm, increased mental clarity and a body in better balance!
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