Dr Veronique Desaulniers shares with JJ her research and personal experiences since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Any cancer diagnosis can bring on a panic moment, with patients thinking they need to act fast and do everything they are told. In most cases, though, there is time to get your options and make smart decisions, including considering  alternative treatments. Dr. Veronique demystifies common beliefs around our hormones and cancer, alerts us to check the high-risk-factor toxins around us, and recommends some early detection methods you probably haven’t heard about. Open your eyes to a totally new perspective on breast cancer - and pick up a free digital copy of Dr. V’s book, Heal Breast Cancer Naturally: 7 Essential Steps to Beating Breast Cancer, too!   Key takeaways: [:55] Dr. Veronique Desaulniers’ career and story. [2:25] Dr. V’s personal story on the topic of cancer, and developing a seven-step protocol when finding a diagnosis of breast cancer. [4:18] What is the real situation when someone gets diagnosed? [4:50] When you are diagnosed with cancer you have time, it is not like a heart attack. Be smart about your options before getting on the conveyor belt of treatments. [5:35] What’s the truth about genetic testing and the BRCA gene? [6:49] Some root causes of cancer you should be aware of. [7:20] Limiting your toxin exposure to minimize the chances of getting cancer. [7:58] What common drugs are possible class 2 carcinogens? [9:33] The myths and true benefits of plant estrogen. [11:06] What are the recommendations for early detection? Self-testing is the most efficient. Thermography technology is worthwhile and is becoming more available. [12:28] The ONCOblot lab test measures a protein that is given off by cancer cells. [13:50] Dr. V’s Heal Breast Cancer Naturally: 7 Essential Steps to Beating Breast Cancer is a proactive lifestyle that you can start practicing right away. Get your free download of her book here: JJVirgin.com/bcc ! [15:40] Meditation is one of Dr. V’s Essential Steps and is a tool to pull away from the noise, and envision the awesome life you have, and then make it better. [17:20] The easiest way to start the day RIGHT is with a JJ protein shake! [18:40] Listeners’ questions: Abruptly depressed in my 50s, what should I do? [19:40] How can you naturally shift your mood? 5 teaspoons of flaxseed, check your vitamin D levels, fish oil, burst-style training. [21:28] Practice gratitude everyday! [22:20] Surround yourself with positive influences.   Mentioned in this episode: JJVirgin.com/bcc BreastCancerConqueror.com JJVirgin.com/products Facebook page JJVirginofficial