Should i make any changes in my diet or physical exercise to reduce the risks of breast cancer?

Yes: Nutrition plays an important roll in cancer risk. Try this tool to learn more: http://www.Aicr.Org/site/pageserver?Pagename=reduce_diet_quiz.

Yes: If you have a normal body weight, a normal healthy life style is ok. (few mins of exercise each day and avoid diet with high fat content).

Yes: Physical activity is associated with a decreased risk of breast cancer. You should do at least 30 minutes of vigorous activity 3 or more times a week. A high fat diet is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, so cut down on fried or fatty foods.

Yes: Several studies have shown being overweight adversely affects survival for postmenopausal women with breast cancer. Similarly, studies have shown that losing weight and exercising regularly increases survival in breast cancer patients.

Yes: Thnk healthy. If you r under forty, get 7-8 hours of slee; eat fresh vegetables and fruits, include all food typesinclude poly/monosaturated fats importan, carbohydrates, two eggs per week, meats about 2-3 per week, fish at least twice per week; drink 6-8 glasses water equivalent daily; maintain BMI normal. Active lifestyle, equivalent of 45 mintues aerobic 4 times wk. Stairs. Walkweightwater.

Gotta do it!: Veggies - whole foods! just move it, whatever it takes. 6 days a week. Start slow.

Breast ca & weight: Fat (adipose) tissue is a source of estrogen production. This is the probable reason why overweight and obese women are at increased risk for breast cancer. Breast cancers that are hormonally responsive (receptor positive) may also progress more rapidly in those with excess adipose tissue. If yor body mass is high due to muscle, not fat - then there is probably no increased risks wrt br ca.