Nutrition and Breast Cancer Risk Reduction

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“I believe wholeheartedly in my diet as a means of helping my body minimize the risk of cancer recurrence. I now look at everything I eat in a very mindful way, asking myself, 'How does this food nourish me? How does it promote my recovery?' By asking myself these questions, I am acknowledging that food nourishes both the body and the soul. ”

Diana Dyer M.S., R.D.

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Diet is thought to be partly responsible for about 30% to 40% of all cancers. But diet alone is unlikely to be the "cause" or "cure" of cancer. Although more research needs to be done on diet and breast cancer, findings suggest that physical activity, a healthy diet (particularly one low in fat and high in vegetables and fiber), and a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of breast cancer or the cancer coming back.

In this section, you can learn about the following topics:

• Can Food Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer?
• Foods to Consider
• Food Production and Safety 

For more information on how to eat healthy during and after breast cancer treatment, as well as information on dietary supplements, visit the Breastcancer.org Nutrition section.