The American Cancer Society recently reported that while some people are aware of the link between diet and cancer, a new survey found that only about 1 in 4 women know that following a healthy diet can help lower their breast cancer risk. In fact, about 3 of every 10 breast cancer cases can be linked to risk factors that can potentially be changed, such as eating a balanced diet and getting regular physical activity.
The truth is, nutrition and lifestyle choices can influence both risk and recovery—and that’s a conversation worth bringing to the forefront.
• Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins—especially those aligned with the Mediterranean diet—are associated with lower incidence and recurrence rates.
• Excess body fat and alcohol remain two of the most consistent modifiable risk factors.
• Emerging evidence suggests that anti-inflammatory and fiber-rich diets may play a role in improving treatment tolerance and long-term survival.
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