5 Steps to Reduce Your Risk of Developing Breast Cancer

1. Avoid Oral Contraceptives and Hormone Replacement Therapy

In 2007, the World Health Organization declared that both oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy were Group I Carcinogens—in other words, they are known to cause cancer in humans. There is no longer any doubt that both of these drugs increase the risk for breast cancer. Stopping the use of them reduces that risk, not immediately, but slowly over time. So whenever possible, avoid the use of oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy.

2. Don’t Smoke

Smoking is just plain bad for you and it’s bad for your breasts, too. It increases the risk for breast cancer, especially in women who begin smoking in their teenage years. And if you have breast cancer and you continue to smoke, you increase your risk of dying. So, please, don’t smoke. Stop, if you do.

3. Limit Alcohol

Alcohol increases the risk for breast cancer in a dose-response fashion; which is to say, the more you drink,the more you increase your risk for breast cancer. Is there a level of drinking that is considered ‘safe’? Unfortunately, no. Even ½ glass of wine per day increases the risk for breast cancer. The best solution is to restrict alcohol consumption ...

4. Trim the Fat

Obesity is a risk factor for breast cancer because fat cells manufacture estrogen – a known carcinogen. Maintaining ideal body weight will therefore reduce the risk for breast cancer. A healthy diet based on at least 7 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables per day is a good way to get started on the road toward an ideal body weight.

5. Get Moving

Lack of exercise also increases the risk for breast cancer. The good news is simply walking briskly for 30 minutes four times a week can reduce your risk for breast cancer by 30-60%. What’s more, if you’ve already had breast cancer, regular exercise can reduce your risk of death by 50%. You could walk for 30 minutes four times a week or engage in another form of regular, but non-strenuous exercise. A pair of tennis shoes is all you need!

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