5 Simple Things That Could Cut Your Breast Cancer Risk
1 of 6
1. Limit yourself to two or three alcoholic drinks a week
By Lorie Parch
Alcohol, consumed even in small amounts, is believed to increase the risk of breast cancer. Most doctors recommend cutting back on wine, beer, and hard liquor.
A recent study showed the link between drinking and breast cancer was especially strong in the 70% of tumors known as hormone-sensitive.
Next: 2. Exercise at least three times a week (more often is even better)
Free Health for Women Email Newsletter
Stay fit, feel younger, and get insider health news—from beauty to breast cancer—just for women.
