Finally, squeeze the nipple of each breast gently between the thumb and index finger. Any discharge, clear or bloody, should be reported to your physician immediately. Continue to perform breast self-examination monthly. Focus on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and so on. Eat vegetables that contain a substance called sulforaphane, which may help protect against breast cancer.
Examples are broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.
Avoid unnecessary X-rays. Stop smoking if you do. Breast-feed your babies. This may reduce your risk for breast cancer, especially before menopause. Limit foods that are salt-cured, smoked and preserved with nitrites and nitrates.