Fact: All women are at risk for developing breast cancer. But did you know certain skin and hair care products contain chemicals that are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, alopecia, and fibroids. To add insult to injury, women of color are overexposed to toxic chemicals that have been linked to cancer, preterm birth, fibroids, and asthma. Scary right? This October don't sleep on those self-breast examinations, yearly check ups, and learning how to limit your toxic chemical exposure. Listen as Dr. Sharleen St. Surin-Lord, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine, gives us the 411 on what to avoid when caring for your skin and hair. Connect with Dr. St. Surin-Lord: IG: @dermhairdoc Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.visagederm.com Connect with Johane: IG: https://www.instagram.com/blacknutritionistmama/ FB: Wonderfully Nutritious by Johane Website: www.johanefilemon.com FREE Guide to 50 Foods That May Help Your GI Symptoms https://digestivetherapy.johanefilemon.com Connect with Kim: IG: @the.bloodsugar.nutritionist Website: www.kimrosedietitian.com FIND OUT 'What your diet says about your health': CLICK HERE Music by: Lakey Inspired https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired