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How Deodorants Cause Disease? It sounded a bit crazy to me as well when I first learned this.

Did you know that where we place deodorant there are over 20+ lymph nodes? WHY is this a concern?

What is the Lymph Node’s purpose: Lymph nodes filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid, and they contain lymphocytes (white blood cells) that help the body fight infection and disease.

Axillary lymph nodes are commonly involved in breast cancer because of their proximity to breast tissue.

The body’s cells and tissues dispose of waste products in lymphatic fluid, which lymph nodes then filter. During this process, they catch bacteria and viruses that could harm the rest of the body. Lymph nodes are an essential part of the body’s immune system.

Your skin, which is your largest organ, can absorb what you put on it, as quickly as 26 seconds up and into your bloodstream.

SO if we are applying toxins like parabens, aluminum, propylene glycol, phthalates, triclosan and whatever else conventional deodorant brands add, you are placing them in a direct path not only into your bloodstream but into your lymph nodes.

So let’s review a few of these toxins and learn what they can do in the body:

Parabens are xenoestrogens; chemicals that disrupt hormone balance
Aluminum has been linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Propylene Glycol can cause damage to your central nervous system, heart and liver
Triclosan is a pesticide. Need I say more?

So what can you do?

CHANGE your thinking about spending money and always buying the cheapest (toxic) deodorants. The “I am fine and I used it forever” is sad because our children are paying the price.
CLEAN up your environment! I’m talking about your home cleaning products, skincare, and personal care. When you reduce your toxic intake, you won’t smell as bad. Truth! Many days I don’t use deodorant because I don’t need to.
SWEAT. Allow your body to sweat, it’s natural! Take a break and let those pits breath!

Over 10,400 children in the USA will be diagnosed with cancer in 2022. Over 290,000 adults will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022. That’s an average of 36 kids and 795 per day this year alone.

Life is a pay Now or pay Later program. Every day you have a choice what you put on your skin and in your mouth. If not for you, do it for the next generation.

There are better choices. I use a couple different ones. One from Modere and another from Doterra. My husband uses Lume and has had good luck with it.

Let me know what area you need to “clean up” and I’ll provide resources that I use.

Are you toxic? A better question would be, “is your body toxic”. Living in the world today, everyone has some level of toxicity. I strive to detox my body at least three times per year. Or some do when the seasons change so it’s easier to remember. I don’t recommend a single organ cleanse but all major organs including the brain. These comprehensive detoxes are most effective. I have clients start with a simple 14 day protocol and once they get the hang of it and realize how easy it is, I encourage them to continue for a full month.

What are the different types of toxins?

Heavy metals are what most people test and include lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium and aluminum are the most common. There are also the xenoestrogens too which include: dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) and its metabolites, bisphenols, alkylphenols, dichlorophenols, methoxychlor, chlordecone, polychlorinated benzol derivatives (PCBs), and dioxins. Xenoestrogens are toxic estrogens and hormone disruptors to our delicate balance of hormones.

You can learn more about toxicity and take the quick quiz. Once you complete the quiz, add up your points. At the end check out your score to see if your body is toxic.

1. How many servings of fruits or vegetables do you consume?

1 per day = 1
3 per day = -1
5+ per day = -2

2. How often do you consume whole grains (such as brown or wild rice, millet, quinoa or barley) and/or natural fiber?

almost never = 3
once a week= 2, 3 times a week = 1
at least once a day= -2

3. How many glasses of water do you consume daily? (does not include coffee, black tea, soda or alcohol)

none = 3
one per day = 2
one per day = 1
eight per day = 0

4. Do you take a quality natural whole food supplement?

Never = 2
once a week = 1
few times a week = 0
daily = -1

5. How often do you exercise (30 or more minutes of continuous activity including walking or hikes)?

almost never = 2
once a week = 1
3x per week = -1
5+ times per week = -2

6. Do you sleep well without medication and wake up feeling rested?

almost never = 3
sometimes = 2
usually = -1
always = -2

7. Have you ever been exposed to heavy metals via mercury (or other metal) dental fillings?

3 + fillings = 3
2 fillings = 2
1 filling = 1
never = 0

OK, tally up your score. Scoring:

-10 to 0:

Congrats! You are living on the low toxic path. Be sure you continue to stay on track.

1 +:

Changes are required to achieve optimal health and maximize energy levels. Following the same habits and tendencies may cause toxic levels to rise and heighten the risk of serious health problem.

If you are interested in learning what you can do to help detoxify your body, schedule a free wellness strategy.