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In addition to getting an annual clinical breast exam and screening mammogram (for women 40 and older), you can take action to reduce your risk of breast cancer by following the simple guidelines below:
Plant foods – try for 5-10 servings a day of fruits and vegetables
Reduce alcohol consumption – only 1 or 2 drinks a week
Exercise 5 times a week for 30 minutes
Vitamin D supplement – take the minimal requirement of 2000 IU daily
Examine your breasts monthly – know your breasts so you can identify changes
No tobacco – smokers have a 50% increase rate of breast cancer
Take care of yourself – reduce stress by exercising, reading, listening to music, breathing techniques
Ideal Body Mass Index (BMI) < 25 – obese women are more likely to have advanced breast cancer
Olive oil for cooking – 9 grams daily reduces risk of breast cancer
Nutrition – eat a balanced diet rich in plant food & fiber
PREVENTION Tips courtesy of Lynne P. Clark, M.D.
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