week 10: Bison and Breasts

How would I prioritize the reintroduction of the American Bison?

Well, the Mid-West sure would be more exciting if it were filled with bison. Of course, more tourism means more impact. It seems very important to give them a large area to roam free in. I could see the highway signs, now: CAUTION: Bison Crossing. A switch from beef to buffalo seems healthier; I just wouldn't want them to turn into another victim of factory farming.

Also, giving Native Americans an integral piece of their history back is important. Poverty and malnutrition are common hardships on reservations. Bison would provide income and food, as well as history, spiritualism and pride. Supporting these values and lifestyles may be important for teaching the rest of our community how to live with our environment sustainably.

"New Pill Promises to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk"

Not having a period is not natural. If there is one thing I've learned in this graduate program, it's that women need to have their periods. Having this cycle allows us to move out stagnation monthly. TCM views breast cancer as a form of Qi, Phlegm, and Blood stasis and stagnation. Stopping periods may alter the hormone axis, but will not help regulate our Qi and Blood. Better off having women get weekly acupuncture and practice Qi Gong. What is the big deal with getting your period, anyway?! I realize there is PMS, cramps, etc. But, TCM can help with all of that. Let's not have periods, then wonder why we have trouble getting pregnant, and then get the epidural or the c-section, etc. Let's disconnect from our bodies the way we have from the environment, our food, our communities, etc. Yes, great idea.