One in eight women will face breast cancer, but the story doesn’t end with risk—it begins with what we can control. We take you inside a practical, science-forward look at breast health where food, movement, stress, and sleep act as daily levers. With an evidence lens inspired by Dr. Kristi Funk’s work, we separate myth from mechanism and map out simple habits that lower estrogen load, cool inflammation, and support immune balance. We dig into how cruciferous vegetables and broccoli sprouts deliver sulforaphane, why berries’ deep pigments signal polyphenol power, and how soy’s phytoestrogens differ from human estrogen in beneficial ways. Flaxseed gets a deserved spotlight for lignans and omega-3s—just remember to grind it. On the flip side, we unpack dairy’s hormone burden and industrial realities, what makes red and processed meats problematic (saturated fats, heme iron, cooking byproducts), and why alcohol—especially for women—raises risk while disrupting gut diversity and sleep quality. Green tea’s catechins offer a gentle, daily nudge toward cellular resilience, and taste can be trained with lemon or ginger. Movement shows up as hormone therapy you can do at home: 30 minutes at a conversational pace, five days a week, to trim visceral fat, ease cortisol, sharpen insulin sensitivity, and improve sleep. If that feels big, start with five to ten minutes and stack habits—add flax to breakfast, walk after coffee, swap one animal-based meal for a plant-based one, or try a 21-day jumpstart to build momentum. The theme is agency without overwhelm: small, steady changes accumulate into meaningful protection, not just for breast health, but for metabolic, cardiovascular, and brain health too. Ready to turn knowledge into action? Listen, pick one change to start today, and share your plan with us. If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it to someone who needs hope backed by evidence. Thanks for listening to Roots To Health! The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen or heard in this video. Dr. Craig Keever is a licensed pediatrician, but the content shared here is general in nature and may not be applicable to your individual health needs. Stay connected and keep the conversation going: 🌱 Follow Dr. Craig Keever for more plant-based pediatric insights: 📍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ozarkpediatrics/ 📍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ozarkpediatric/ 📍 Website: https://www.ozarkpediatrics.org/ 🎨 Connect with Amy Keever for art, creativity, and inspiration: Website for plant-based Cuisine : https://www.wildflowercuisine.com/ 📍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykeevergallery/ 📍 Website: amykeever.com 📩 Have a question or a topic you’d love to hear about? Send us a message or tag us on social media! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review—it helps more people discover Roots To ...
