Your Well-Rounded Guide to Women's Health

October; the month of pumpkins, falling leaves, crisp air, and boobs! National Breast Cancer Awareness month has men and women alike rocking pink ribbons and supporting the cause, but can cause us to neglect the myriad of other women’s health issues! And although October has come to an end, your health comes first all year long. Through education, open dialogue, and prevention, we can nurture the whole woman, because we are more than just our breasts.

Well Rounded Women’s Health Tips:

Check those ta-tas! (& other body parts)

Regular and routine check ups are key to early detection and staying up to date on vaccines. Develop an open and honest relationship with your doctors, they are there to get you feeling your best! 

Move that Peach🍑

Whether you enjoy a spin class, weight-lifting, or even  a light walk to the bar, just 30 minutes of exercise daily decreases your risk of a myriad of health problems and improves mental health and mood. 

Nourish Yourself

Choose foods that deeply nourish and energize your body! Nuts, fruits, veggies, etc. are all foods that encourage heart health and enrich your body with essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals. There’s always room for cheat days, it’s all about balance. 

Stay Connected 

Establishing and maintaining positive relationships helps us to combat isolation, anxiety, and depression. Enjoying coffee with a friend, volunteering for a local non-profit, or exploring your community are all ways to stay connected. 

Rest is Productive 

We are constantly taught that the “no days off” and workaholism is the only way to success. Taking a rest day is seen as “lazy” or “unproductive.” On the contrary, getting that extra couple hours of sleep, taking a mental health day, or simply Netflixing your entire Sunday away helps us to recharge, combat burnout, and benefit our overall health!

Keep a Breast Foundation:

The KAB app provides users with educational information, support, and access. Users who discover questionable results when self-checking are directly connected with telehealth professionals. Approximately 40% of diagnosed breast cancers is discovered through self checks, either intentionally or by accident. Establishing your "normal" is key to self awareness and being able to detect when something is wrong with your body. Keep a breast enables users to build consistency with monthly breast checks and instantaneous support should you discover abnormal results. The KAB team is there to become your breast bud.

October invites us to take a deeper look at what is and is no longer serving us; allowing us to prioritize ourselves and our health. We can carry that introspection throughout the holiday season and into the new year. Women and girls health needs are as unique as they are and education and awareness enables us to take charge of our wellness! Always remember to be your own biggest advocate and that attending to your health is an act of radical self love.