Lifestyle changes could prevent 1 in 10 cases of breast cancer by 2024

Monday, October 01, 2007

JC Jones MA RN

Cancer Research UK wants women everywhere to know that some simple lifestyle changes will reduce incidence of breast cancer cases. What can you do to prevent breast cancer?

• maintain a healthy body weight
• exercise more
• reduce use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

The risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women is 25% higher for those who are obese compared to those with normal weight.

• New studies show that even small amounts of alcohol increase the risk of breast cancer so keep your alcohol intake to one drink per day.
  
• Breastfeeding for six months reduces the risk of the disease

The message is clear - stop smoking, stay active and in shape. Limit alcohol and eat a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables and decrease your fat and sugar consumption. Protect yourself from the sun. Do regular breast exams and follow through with all screenings with your doctor.

Thank you Alexandra Moss for Women Exercising in Guanshan Park- Fuyang photo.

Labels: breast cancer, lifestyle

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