FOOD CHOICES MATTER

Physical activity, body weight, and diet are just three contributing factors to the onset of breast cancer. And while no particular foods can prevent you from getting breast cancer, it is said that 30% to 40% of cancers link back to diet. Doing what you can to eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains may help you get the nutrients you need to help lower your risk for breast cancer.

It is important to eat fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains because these food groups have high amounts of dietary fiber that supports your body’s digestive system and aids in eliminating waste. In the case of breast cancer, fiber can help your body regulate estrogen levels and prevent your gut from absorbing too much estrogen. Why does this matter? Too much estrogen may be a contributing factor to the development and spread of some types of breast cancer, but a high-fiber diet can help inhibit estrogen from interacting with cancer cells.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is a great resource to help educate you and your loved ones about breast cancer. We encourage you to help support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by checking out any local events in your area that aim to help raise awareness, educate, and support your community of breast cancer fighters this month.