Prevention of breast cancer

Many types of breast cancer are caused by too much oestrogens in one's body.Nonetheless, there are ways you can reduce the fuel that makes cancer cells multiply, divide and spread. Scientifically proven ways to regulate oestrogen and boost your immunity are through the foods that you eat and certain vitamin supplements.

After analyzing 7,000 scientific studies, the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute For Cancer Research made 8 diet recommendations you can use to lower the odds of developing cancer.

1. Be as lean as possible- Aim for body mass index of 21-23.

2. Be active- Aim for 60 min. or more moderate activity per day or 30+ minutes of vigrous activity.

3. Avoid energy dense foods and sugary drinks- Avoid foods that are high in fat, like fast foods and processed foods. Also avoid sugary drinks like soda.

4. Eat plant based foods- Aim for 5 servings of non-starchy fruits and vegetables every day (potato, sweet potato, and cassava don't count). Eat only limited amounts of refined grain like white bread and pasta. Instead include legumes or whole grains in every day meal.

5.Limit red meat and avoid processed meat- Limit red meat intake( beef, pork, lamb and goat) to less than 18 oz a week and avoid processed meat at all costs.

6. Limit alcohol- Men- No more than 2 drinks per day

Women- No more than 1 drink per day.

7. Limit salty foods- Salt and salt preserved foods are probably a cause of stomach cancer.

8. Don't bank on pills- Some supplements or high- dose nutrients are associated with higher risk of developing cancer. Stick to a healthy diet instead and don't bank on dietary supplements as the magic pills in preventing cancer.

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