Breast cancer begins long before the lump: why diet and lifestyle matter
While genetic predisposition is one factor, a majority of breast cancers develop in women with no family history: metabolic health and physical inactivity play a role too, and it is important for women to know about these factors How processed foods, obesity, diabetes, physical inactivity influence breast cancer risk, and what women can do to protect themselves
Breast Cancer Awareness Month has traditionally focused on the significance of mammograms, early detection, and advancements in treatment. While these aspects remain vital, a less-discussed aspect is the impact of diet, physical activity, obesity, diabetes, and metabolic health on breast cancer risk. Many patients in oncology clinics are taken aback when their doctors mention these factors, as they may associate breast cancer primarily with family history.
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