Better early than later

BREAST CANCER

When it comes to breast cancer, there are some patients under the age of 40 who are diagnosed with breast cancer. Of course, there are certain immutable factors like genetics, getting older, or just being born female, determine your risk. But still, experts say there is a lot you can do to protect yourself, from getting your mammograms on time to finding your ideal weight and sticking to it.

Here are some tips to prevent breast cancer.

Get a mammogram 
starting at 40 -   you can detect any early signs before symptoms occur.  

Keep your weight in check, and eat a healthy, mostly plant-based diet  
Choose vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fiber. High-fat diets can lead to being overweight or obese, which is a risk factor for breast cancer.

Exercise
Women who exercise for 10 to 19 hours each week saw a 30 percent reduced risk of developing breast cancer. Women who exercise regularly appear to be less likely to develop breast cancer. Cancer survivors who are active may have less risk of cancer recurrence compared to those who are more sedentary.

Limit alcohol
The more alcohol you drink, the greater your risk of developing breast cancer, If you do opt for booze, limit yourself to no more than one half to one drink a day on average. 

Know your family history
If you have a history of breast cancer in your family, get a genetic test to determine whether or not you have BRCA1 or 2 mutation, the so-called 'breast cancer genes.' Between 20 and 30 percent of those who develop the disease have a family history of breast cancer. 'If a woman is found to have a gene mutation, options are available to significantly reduce their risk of cancer.

xoxo,

The Straitsdeal Team

References:
http://lifestyle.xin.msn.com/en/health/wellbeing/five-ways-to-reduce-your-risk-for-breast-cancer-2#image=1