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Health & Fitness

6 Lifestyle Tips To Minimize Breast Cancer

1) Get Active - Regular physical activity (30 mins a day) has shown to be protective against breast cancer

2) Maintain Your Health Care - Early detection is the key

3) Supplement Wisely - Folic Acid, Vitamin D and Anti-Oxidant all may help reduce risk

4) Reduce Exposure to Xenoestrogens - These chemicals with estrogen like activity are found in common... pesticides and industrial pollutants, and as hormone residue in meat, poultry and dairy products

5) Avoid Exposure to Radiation - Limiting the number of x-rays you receive, especially at a young age may decrease the risk of breast cancer

6) Talk With Your Doctor

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