Horses, rabbits, mountain bikes and gardening filled her life outside of the laboratory. It is true that certain risk factors for breast cancer are beyond a woman's control. Countries with high-fat diets have the highest rates of breast cancer, although exactly why isn't certain. Choose foods high in fiber, such as beans, bran, whole grains, fruits, and vegtables such as cabbage, brussels sprouts and broccoli. Maintain A Healthy Weight.
Research suggests that exercise helps prevent breast cancer.
More than 40 studies have linked alcohol abuse to an increased risk of breast cancer. You already know smoking causes lung cancers. But it also increases risks of many other cancers. Smokers may be more than twice as likely to develop breast cancer as nonsmokers. Do monthly self-exams and see your doctor regularly.