A wellness consultant, nutrition and fitness expert for over 25 years, Joseph Keon is considered a leading authority on public health and is the author of three books, including Whole Health: The Guide to Wellness of Body and Mind and The Truth about Breast Cancer: A Seven-Step Prevention Plan.
The best defense is a good offense. This book is packed full of what women need to know to protect themselves from breast cancer. For this reason it stands alone in a sea of titles that merely want to help women beat cancer after they've been diagnosed, or help them cope with disease. Cope, schmope. If I can paraphrase Keon: the best way to kick cancer's ass is not to get it in the first place.
His point is absolutely well taken. The conventional medical literature believes "early detection" is the answer - but early detection only detects once you've already got cancer. Keon explains the many actions you can take, such as improving your diet, excercise, stress management, and reducing your exposure to harmful chemicals, to minimize your risks.
Although some statistics in the book feel a bit dated, and it would benefit from another round with an editor, the information is presented professionally and frankly without resorting to scare tactics. You should feel empowered after reading this book - not frightened.