I can tell you that aging is hard.

I don't like feeling little aches and pains during my day! And my sleep can be so challenging.

This is why I'm highlighting my takeaways with my guest, Zora of Hack My Age.

Zora suggested using red light therapy to help reduce inflammation and accelerate healing. I'm a huge fan of using red light therapy. I've used it throughout my cancer journey. I find that it has helped me with wound healing and muscle recovery.

Red light therapy uses red and near-infrared light wavelengths to stimulate cellular function. This stimulation boosts adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production, thereby enhancing cellular processes such as healing, repair, and reducing inflammation.

I also use a sauna blanket to help with detoxing the JUNK out of my system, and the sauna I use is also a source of infrared light.

Home saunas can be very pricey and BIG! I have a small home, so having a sauna blanket is ideal for me. It's like a sleeping bag sauna: I lie on my bed, turn it on, and sweat it out. Afterward, I wipe it down and store it in the closet—so easy!

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Have you heard about copper peptides?

I hadn't either until I listened to today's guest talk about them on her podcast. She interviewed the founder of Vitali Regenerative Skin Care, Debbi Barber.

I was so intrigued with their discussion about copper peptides and how they can soften scars, regenerate skin, and even help crepey skin look better.

It's not often that I stop what I'm doing, read research, and order the products, but that's precisely what I did!

And then I emailed Vitali Skin Care and asked for a coupon for my community. In hindsight, I should have asked for the coupon for my order, but nonetheless, you get 20% off your order!

I'm trying the body creme and skin serum. I will keep you posted on my results! https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/cancerwarrior?ref=cbkmpsij

______ Podcast Episodes I talked about

Zora Benhamou: Hack Your Age? (Part 1) https://whydidigetcancer.com/2025/05/22/hack-your-age/ Is It Ever Too Late? (Part 2) https://whydidigetcancer.com/2025/05/29/is-it-ever-too-late/

Website: https://hackmyage.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackmyage/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackMyAge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zora-benhamou-37167017/ X: https://x.com/hackmyage

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Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer/ Deborah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer/ Join Deb's weekly newsletter! -https://whydidigetcancer.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=1c37affeccf004c8957941069&id=a8572db3c2

This was my big question for today's guest, Zora Benhamou, the Queen of Mid-Life Hacks.

What did I mean? Is it ever too late to eat healthy, start an exercise routine, or learn to meditate?

Zora's answer surprised me, she said It's Never Too Late!

However, there's no time like the present to get started. The longer you wait, the fewer results you may see.

She made some excellent suggestions on how to get started,

Exercise is a key component. But, how much is enough, and is walking the best place to start?

Walking is a good place for most of us to start, HOWEVER, adding more muscle to your body can truly change how your body ages. Here's how adding in some weight training can help:

Improved Cardiovascular Health: Increased muscle mass is linked to better heart health.

Increased Energy and Metabolism: Muscles burn more calories than fat, boosting metabolism and energy levels.

Improved Cognitive Function: Muscle health is associated with better cognitive function, and strength training may enhance it.

Increased Longevity: Greater muscular strength is linked to increased longevity.

And this is just a partial list of all the benefits of adding strength work.

Zora had more suggestions for hacking your age. One of my favorites was making my skin look tighter and less crepey. Midlife girls, you know exactly what I'm talking about!

She recommended trying the Vitali products, which I ordered immediately. Fingers crossed.

I'm trying the body creme and skin serum. I will keep you posted on my results!

https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/cancerwarrior?ref=cbkmpsij

______ Vitali Regenerative Skin Care

Have you heard about copper peptides?

I hadn't either until I listened to today's guest talk about them on her podcast. She interviewed the founder of Vitali Regenerative Skin Care, Debbi Barber.

I was so intrigued with their discussion about copper peptides and how they can soften scars, regenerate skin, and even help crepey skin look better.

It's not often that I stop what I'm doing, read research, and order the products, but that's precisely what I did!

And then I emailed Vitali Skin Care and asked for a coupon for my community. In hindsight, I should have asked for the coupon for my order, but nonetheless, you get 20% off your order!

I'm trying the body creme and skin serum. I will keep you posted on my results! https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/cancerwarrior?ref=cbkmpsij

______ Parafy worm kit

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Here's the link to purchase the parasite cleanse from Kim Rogers: https://rogershood.com/ref/85/0

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You get 10% off your purchase! Just click the link to grab yours.

I’m getting one too—let’s do this together!

Website: https://hackmyage.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackmyage/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackMyAge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zora-benhamou-37167017/ X: https://x.com/hackmyage

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Let's start with, What the Heck is a Hack?

A hack is a small change or a shortcut designed to improve your life.

Today's guest, Zora Benhamou, is the Queen of Midlife Health Hacks.

She's also someone who, despite living a very active life, ended up with osteoarthritis.

She tried to avoid surgery for as long as possible. How was she able to do that? She used a few health hacks to get as much "life" out of her hips as possible.

She tried PRP, physical therapy, and an anti-inflammatory diet. On the podcast, she discusses a few more hacks that you've got to hear about!

Let's also talk about scars. Zora ended up with two hip replacements, and she tried a few different hacks to lessen her scarring. She used a copper peptide cream on one scar and a different product on the other. The copper peptide scar improved so much that she started using it on both wounds, and she's thrilled with the results!

I just bought this copper peptide cream, Zora suggested using the link below (20% off!)

https://www.vitaliskincare.com/discount/cancerwarrior?ref=cbkmpsij

I've been looking for a water filter for two years.

Okay, maybe I'm a little picky...but my research paid off.

I've chosen the Boroux Filter system and am really happy with it.

Are you curious about my criteria?

Here's what I was looking for in a filter:

Removal of heavy metals. The Boroux removes 99.36% of heavy metals.

Pharmaceuticals are removed. Because people don't dispose of drugs properly, the drugs get into our water system. The Boroux removes 99.5% of pharmaceutical contaminants.

Glyphosate removal (glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup and is a known carcinogen). A year ago, I was tested for glyphosate and was in the 95th percentile. I was shocked! Since I was already eating mainly organic, my doctor suggested getting a water filter. I had a challenging time finding one that would filter this chemical, and this was one of my main drivers for purchasing this filter.

Boroux has a special offer for my community. Click the link below to research and purchase. https://boroux.sjv.io/7aM1a3

I've been using the Air Doctor air purifier for almost a year and absolutely love it! I first heard about it from Dr. Mark Hyman, and even though it was a bit of a splurge compared to what I usually spend, I'm so glad I invested. Every time I change the filter and see all the gunk it collects, I smile, knowing it's doing a great job keeping my air clean!

And I'm so happy that all that gunk isn't going into my body ;) Click here to purchase: https://airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=6165

Website: https://hackmyage.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackmyage/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackMyAge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zora-benhamou-37167017/ X: https://x.com/hackmyage

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Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer/ Deborah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer/ Join Deb's weekly newsletter! -https://whydidigetcancer.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=1c37affeccf004c8957941069&id=a8572db3c2

Why are childhood cancers on the rise?

Is there any news more heartbreaking than hearing about another child diagnosed with cancer?

Reflecting on my own childhood, I remember a friend from seventh grade who was diagnosed with cancer. Surprisingly, that was the only case I encountered from kindergarten all the way through my college graduation.

What has changed in our world that has exponentially increased the risk of cancer for our children and young people?

I spoke with Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Season Johnson. She is also a cancer mom who helped her son battle cancer for nearly four years.

Her son is thriving now, and she shares tips and guidance on how to help protect your kids from this disease.

She offered some tips I hadn't even considered, and now I'm implementing them!

Please listen to the episode and share this information with all your friends who are parents or grandparents!

P.S. I've only "met" Season online, but last month, while I was in San Diego, I saw her walking down the street with a cup of coffee. I ran over to say hi—what a small world! ____ Water Filtration: Boroux

I've been looking for a water filter for two years.

Okay, maybe I'm a little picky...but my research paid off.

I've chosen the Boroux Filter system and am really happy with it.

Are you curious about my criteria?

Here's what I was looking for in a filter:

Removal of heavy metals. The Boroux removes 99.36% of heavy metals.

Pharmaceuticals are removed. Because people don't dispose of drugs properly, the drugs get into our water system. The Boroux removes 99.5% of pharmaceutical contaminants.

Glyphosate removal (glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup and is a known carcinogen). A year ago, I was tested for glyphosate and was in the 95th percentile. I was shocked! Since I was already eating mainly organic, my doctor suggested getting a water filter. I had a challenging time finding one that would filter this chemical, and this was one of my main drivers for purchasing this filter.

Boroux has a special offer for my community. Click the link below to research and purchase. https://boroux.sjv.io/7aM1a3

I've been using the Air Doctor air purifier for almost a year and absolutely love it! I first heard about it from Dr. Mark Hyman, and even though it was a bit of a splurge compared to what I usually spend, I'm so glad I invested. Every time I change the filter and see all the gunk it collects, I smile, knowing it's doing a great job keeping my air clean!

And I'm so happy that all that gunk isn't going into my body ;) Click here to purchase: https://airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=6165

Website: https://www.seasonjohnson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonjohnson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonmjohnson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/season-johnson/

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Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer/ Deborah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer/ Join Deb's weekly newsletter! -https://whydidigetcancer.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=1c37affeccf004c8957941069&id=a8572db3c2

Here are the top TWO things I now do after having breast cancer. I'm vigilant about breathing clean air and drinking filtered water.

Here are my two favorite brands.

Water Filtration: Boroux Use the Code: “Deborah15” Here is the Link: https://boroux.sjv.io/7aM1a3

Air Purifier: Air Doctor Here is the Link: https://airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=6165

My Favorite Beauty Items:

Beef Tallow! Toups and co: Here is the Link: https://toupsandco.com/DEBORAHENOS

The Body Deli: Use the Code: “ENOS15” Here is the Link: https://www.thebodydeli.com/

Queen of the Thrones: Castor Oil Use the Code: “DEBORAH” Here is the Link: https://queenofthethrones.com/?ref=DEBORAHENOS&utm_source=goaffpro&utm_medium=affiliate My Favorite Household Items:

My favorite grounding sheets: Use the Code: “ENOS20” Here is the Link: https://groundluxe.com/?sca_ref=6589656.fwd4gaae3H&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=affiliate-deborah-enos

Young Living: Use the Code: “SHAREYL” Here is the Link: https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/product/make-a-shift-essential-solutions-kit?enrollerId=4557460&sponsorId=4557460

Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/whydidigetcancer

Wave Block: Use the Code: “ENOS10” Here is the Link: https://www.waveblock.com/?snowball=ENOS10&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=affiliates-refersion&utm_campaign=ENOS10

My Favorite Non-Toxic Clothing:

Mate the Label: matethelabel.sjv.io/Py7ZaN

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Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer/ Deborah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer/ Join Deb's weekly newsletter! -https://whydidigetcancer.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=1c37affeccf004c8957941069&id=a8572db3c2