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About Donna Pinto

After being diagnosed with DCIS in 2010, Donna transformed her personal journey into a mission of advocacy and education. She became an investigative journalist and patient advocate, later earning certification as a nutritionist. As a nonprofit founder, author, speaker, blogger, and podcaster, Donna has dedicated over 15 years to empowering women with knowledge and support. Through her website, DCIS 411, she shares insights on DCIS overdiagnosis and overtreatment, safer breast imaging alternatives, and holistic strategies for achieving optimal health—impacting thousands of women worldwide.

The REAL CURE for __________

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Donna Pinto

It’s not in a pill. It isn’t making the headlines. And it’s not simply a plant-based diet, exercise and all the right hormones and supplements.                               … Continue reading →

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DETOX DETOX DETOX

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Donna Pinto

What is it?     Why is it important?     and   How do I do it?   What?   Detox, short for detoxification, is the purification of the body by removing toxins. Why?    Detoxification is an important first step … Continue reading →

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MRI is Better than Mammography for “Early Detection”

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Donna Pinto

A study by researchers at the University of Bonn has shown that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more accurate than mammography in diagnosing very early stages of breast cancer. A total of 7319 women were investigated by Professor Kuhl and … Continue reading →

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How to Feel Better and Better…No Matter What!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Donna Pinto

The mind is a funny thing. It has enormous power to create total wellness as well as perpetuate all kinds of dis-ease. The amazing thing is we can change our circumstances just by changing the way we view them. A … Continue reading →

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Raw Protein Powder and Raw Inspiration!

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Donna Pinto

Chris Wark healed himself of stage 3 colon cancer without chemo. Check out Chris’ inspiring story here. Be sure and scroll down and watch his video. Thanks to Chris for making this video comparing 3 top brands of protein powders. His top choice … Continue reading →

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Skyler Wins Time Warner Cable’s “Best Mom” Essay Contest!

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Donna Pinto

This is truly the best award a mom could ever get! Skyler’s essay was selected out of hundreds and hundreds of other “mom” essays submitted by 9-18 year olds throughout San Diego County.  I am so touched by Skyler’s sentiments … Continue reading →

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Donna’s Daily Rx…

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Donna Pinto

BREAKFAST  2 capsules of rm-10 (mushroom blend) from Garden of Life 1 cup reverse-osmosis water with lemon, chlorophyll & minerals 1-2 cups veggie-protein-flax smoothie (see “Liquid Love.”) 1-2 slices of gluten free or whole grain toast w coconut oil and almond butter … Continue reading →

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48 and Feeling Great… Great… Grateful!

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Donna Pinto

Today is my 48th Birthday! My 10 year old son Cody said to me, “there is no way you are 48. Maybe low – mid 30s!” Thanks Cody for reminding me that age is just a #.  What’s most important … Continue reading →

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Overdiagnosis is a BIG problem

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Donna Pinto

Overdiagnosis (detecting cancers that would never become life-threatening or cause symptoms), accounts for nearly one-third of newly diagnosed breast cancers (more than 70,000 women) according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.  Check out this article published in the NY … Continue reading →

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Latest MRI is GOOD GOOD GOOD

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Donna Pinto

Anyone that’s ever had an MRI knows how much fun it is — NOT! And then there’s the waiting for results! I want to give a personal shout out to all the folks at Aurora Breast Imaging of Orange County … Continue reading →

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