Our mission is to share the conversation about chemicals
in everyday products found on the grocery shelves that contribute
to breast cancer; empowering women to make safer choices to protect
their breasts during the most vulnerable periods of their lives.

Protect Our Breasts

1 in 8

Breast cancer is a disease that touches the lives of many. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the course of their lifetime.

everyday exposure

Research shows that exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals and carcinogens can lead to a breast cancer diagnosis later in life.

windows of susceptibility

Up through a woman’s first full-term pregnancy is a time when women are particularly vulnerable to these harmful chemicals. It is up to us to stop breast cancer before it starts.

3 days ago

Protect Our Breasts
The 2023-2024 Protect Our Breasts team is heading to Philly for Natural Products Expo East! We are so excited to meet organic brands that care about keeping chemicals linked to breast cancer out of our products and packaging! Many thanks to our 63 brand partners committed to a #safermarketplace!! #breastcancerprevention #organic ... See MoreSee Less
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4 days ago

Protect Our Breasts
Preparations are in full swing! The POB team is gearing up for Safer Alternatives Week, and we're headed to Philly to connect with organic brands committed to keeping out harmful chemicals from both their products and packaging. Highlighted on this year's Expo East homepage, the POB team has traveled to the show since 2010, searching for the best products for our community! Each of us focuses on a different section of the grocery store, from personal care to beverages and water. We need your input - jump over to our Instagram Stories later in the week and participate in our polls to tell us which products matter to you! #saferalternatives #organicbrands #TEAMPOB ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Protect Our Breasts
Caroline here - back from my semester abroad in Florence and starting the semester as Commerce Director of POB. I’m back in my routine of classes and schoolwork and love study break snacks to maintain energy and focus! This International Chocolate Day, let's talk about a favorite treat: dark chocolate. It's a powerful source of antioxidants and can aid in reducing stress. But, beware of lead and cadmium levels in some chocolate bars. Check out Consumer Reports December 2022 for a list. To avoid concerning pesticide residues such as glyphosate, go for organic. Remember to support fair trade practices too. Try pairing your dark chocolate with organic almond butter or fresh organic fruit for an extra energy boost!#InternationalChocolateDay #StudySnacks #FairTrade #OrganicChoices #breastcancerprevention ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Protect Our Breasts
Set yourself up for success with a balanced diet and regular exercise - it truly matters! A recent study sheds light on this: “Lifestyle modifications have been shown to be effective in reducing breast cancer...About 30–50% of cancer cases can be prevented by adopting healthy lifestyles.” Embrace wellness today for a healthier tomorrow! #HealthyLiving #BreastCancerPrevention #LifestyleModification 📚Manni A, El-Bayoumy K. Lifestyle Modifications and Breast Cancer Risk. Cancers (Basel). 2023 May 23;15(11):2870. doi: 10.3390/cancers15112870 ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Protect Our Breasts
Books in hand, the POB Executive Board is diving back into the science as we gear up for another dynamic year! Across the nation, our college reps and chapters are getting back on track, and activity fairs are in full swing. Want a closer look? Head to our website to find connections with chapters near you! Don't forget to join our newsletter via our website popup or DM us to connect. We can't wait to journey with you! #POBReady #BackToSchool #ScienceUpdates #StayConnected 📚Cohen, Aly and vom Saal, Frederick Non-Toxic: Guide to Living Healthy in a Chemical World Swan, Shanna Countdown: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race" ... See MoreSee Less
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