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Breast Cancer Awareness – Reduce Your Risk Tip #4 – Exercise regularly the rest of your life

Posted on October 16, 2012 by

4. Exercise regularly the rest of your life. Many studies have shown that regular exercise provides powerful protection against breast cancer. Aim for 30 minutes or more of moderate aerobic activity (brisk walking) five or more days a week. Consistency and … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Awareness – Reduce Your RiskTip #3 – Eat Your Protection

Posted on October 11, 2012 by

3. Consume as many fruits and vegetables as possible. Eat seven or more servings daily. The superstars for breast cancer protection include all cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, cauliflower) ; dark leafy greens (collards, kale, spinach) ; carrots and tomatoes. … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month -Reduce Your Risk Tip #2

Posted on October 3, 2012 by

2. Minimize or avoid alcohol. Alcohol use is the most well established dietary risk factor for breast cancer. The Harvard Nurses’ Health study, along with several others, has shown consuming more than one alcoholic beverage a day can increase breast cancer … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month-Reduce Your Risk Tip#1

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

1. Maintain a healthy body weight (BMI less than 25) throughout your life. Weight gain in midlife, independent of BMI, has been shown to significantly increase breast cancer risk. Additionally, an elevated BMI has been conclusively shown to increase the risk … Continue reading →

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Did you forget *again*

Posted on November 16, 2011 by

Has another month gone by and you realise you never got around to doing that all important self exam? Did you know nearly 70% of all breast cancers are found through self-exams and with early detection the 5-year survival rate … Continue reading →

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