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ER+ affected by red meat?

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Question from DSmom: I just heard on NBC news that red meat may have had an effect on my estrogen positive breast cancer. I eat more red meat during the holidays. I was an avid Atkins Diet person prior to my diagnosis and usually eat more red meat during the holidays. Please advise.: Answers —Diana Dyer, M.S., R.D.: This new study does show a relationship, not a definite cause and effect, but an association between increased consumption of red meat and premenopausal breast cancer. It did not show a relationship to postmenopausal breast cancer. So for women who are trying to cut down on their red meat, holiday season or not, I'd recommend no more than a 3 ounce serving, about the size of a deck of cards. The incidence starts increasing with 3 or more servings a week.; Jennifer Sabol, M.D., F.A.C.S.: You can read more about this study at Breastcancer.org.

On Wednesday, November 15, 2006, our Ask-the-Expert Online Conference was called Eating and Drinking Through the Holidays. Diana Dyer, M.S., R.D. and moderator Jennifer Sabol, M.D. answered your questions about how to stay healthy during the most hectic, high-calorie time of year.

The materials presented in these conferences do not necessarily reflect the views of breastcancer.org. A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product or regimen discussed. All readers should verify all information and data before employing any therapies described here.

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Diana Dyer, M.S., R.D. is a registered dietitian in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and a two-time breast cancer survivor.

Jennifer Sabol, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a breast surgeon who directs the newly developed Breast Care Center at Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, Pa. Among her many interests, Dr. Sabol spearheads several research initiatives to advance the care for women with breast cancer and improve methods of breast cancer detection and treatment.