Breast Health Awareness Month: Exceeding the Standard of Care & Prevention

By Max MacCloud, DO, ND, PhD

Breast Health The only way to support optimum breast health is to support overall health.

The concept of building & enhancing health is FINALLY starting to catch on. People are realizing that there’s more to health than a yearly physical, basic blood work, and some imaging studies. The body is extremely complex, and we live in a very stressful & polluted environment. If you want to be truly healthy and disease proof your body, it requires an investment of time, effort, and money.

Revolutionizing Breast Health: Our innovative 4Ms approach to breast health represents a cutting-edge, comprehensive strategy that addresses the core foundations of cellular health and overall wellness. By focusing on the 4Ms of microcirculation, mitochondria, metabolism, and muscle/metabolic reserve, we’re targeting the fundamental aspects of breast tissue health at the cellular level.

Microcirculation: The Foundation of Cellular Health
Recent research has highlighted the critical role of microcirculation in overall health and breast health. Damaged capillaries are now recognized as the starting point for many chronic conditions, including breast pathologies. By improving blood flow through the tiniest capillaries, we ensure optimal delivery of nutrients and oxygen to breast tissue, promoting cellular health and reducing the risk of tissue damage. The microvascular system constitutes 99% of the entire vascular system.

Mitochondrial Function: The Powerhouse of all cells, including Breast Cells
Dr. Otto Warburg’s groundbreaking work, which earned him the Nobel Prize in 1931, identified damaged mitochondria as the only primary cause of cancer.

Our approach focuses on supporting mitochondrial health, which is crucial for maintaining cellular energy production and reducing the risk of cellular dysfunction in breast tissue. Recent studies have shown that mitochondrial dysfunction is a key factor in breast cancer development and progression.

Even more interesting, is that in the last 20 years virtually ALL chronic diseases have been causally linked with damaged mitochondria.

Metabolism: Balancing Hormones and Energy
Optimizing metabolic function is essential for maintaining hormonal balance and healthy body composition, both of which are critical factors in breast health. Our approach helps regulate & balance metabolism, promoting efficient energy use and supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes. This is particularly important given the established link between metabolic syndrome and increased breast cancer risk.

Muscle and Metabolic Reserve: Building Resilience
Building and maintaining muscle and metabolic reserve is crucial for long-term overall & breast health. Strong muscles not only support proper posture and breast positioning but also contribute to overall metabolic health and resilience. Recent research has shown that higher muscle mass is associated with better breast cancer outcomes.

Whole-Person Approach
Our 4Ms strategy is complemented by a whole-person approach that emphasizes proper nutrition, regular exercise, and optimal body structure. This comprehensive framework aligns with recent findings on the importance of lifestyle factors in breast cancer prevention and management.

By addressing these fundamental aspects of health, we’re not just promoting breast health – we’re fostering total body vitality. Our approach empowers individuals to take control of their health, starting at the cellular level and radiating outward to every aspect of their body & well-being. We help you to build health, not just fight disease or symptoms.

Embrace the power of the 4Ms and discover a new level of breast health and overall vitality. Your breasts – and your entire body – will thank you!

Make an appointment today!
Age Reversal Technology Center, LLC
(941) 806-5511
artc.health

3226 Clark Rd. Sarasota, FL 34231

 

 

References:
Folkman, J. (2007). Angiogenesis: an organizing principle for drug discovery? Nature Reviews Drug Discovery, 6(4), 273-286.
Warburg, O. (1956). On the origin of cancer cells. Science, 123(3191), 309-314. Pelicano, H., et al. (2014). Mitochondrial dysfunction and reactive oxygen species imbalance promote breast cancer cell motility through a CXCL14-mediated mechanism. Cancer Research, 74(13), 3501-3512.
Dibaba, D. T., et al. (2018). The association between metabolic syndrome and breast cancer: A meta-analysis. Nutrition and Cancer, 70(2), 152-160.
Caan, B. J., et al. (2018). Association of muscle and adiposity measured by computed tomography with survival in patients with nonmetastatic breast cancer. JAMA Oncology, 4(6), 798-804. Kushi, L. H., et al. (2012).
American Cancer Society guidelines on nutrition and physical activity for cancer prevention. CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, 62(1), 30-67.