{"id":60380,"date":"2025-10-04T04:14:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T04:14:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/60380\/"},"modified":"2025-10-04T04:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T04:14:08","slug":"nutritionist-warns-1-in-28-women-face-breast-cancer-risk-shares-6-foods-science-links-to-lower-cancer-chances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/60380\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutritionist warns \u20181 in 28 women face breast cancer risk\u2019; shares 6 foods science links to lower cancer chances"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO)<\/a>, breast cancer is a disease in which abnormal breast cells grow out of control and form tumours, and if left unchecked, the tumours can spread throughout the body and become fatal.<\/p>\n

\"In In India, breast cancer is now the most common cancer in women; nearly 1 in 28 women is at risk, and cases are rising every year. (Picture credit: Freepik) <\/p>\n

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In 2022, breast cancer caused an estimated 670,000 deaths globally<\/a>. In fact, breast cancer cases in India are on the rise, too. Therefore, educating oneself about preventative measures is essential.<\/p>\n

In a post shared on September 24, Leema Mahajan, a nutritionist and weight loss specialist, shared the top six foods that every woman should eat to prevent breast cancer<\/a>. She stressed, \u201cStarting these foods early in life will help prevent your chances of developing this disease.\u201d<\/p>\n

6 foods to lower breast cancer risk<\/p>\n

According to the nutritionist, in India, breast cancer is now the most common cancer in women, nearly 1 in 28 women is at risk, and cases are rising every year (NCDIR-India, 2024<\/a>). But your daily meals can play a powerful role in prevention. Here are the 6 foods that the nutritionist suggested and science links to lower breast cancer risk:<\/p>\n

1. Pomegranate<\/p>\n

Pomegranate<\/a> is packed with ellagitannins that stop cancer cells from multiplying and reduce estrogen-driven growth. \u201cBest eaten fresh, 1 cup of fresh pomegranate daily; they reduce the cancer cells from multiplying,\u201d she suggested.<\/p>\n

2. Cruciferous vegetables<\/p>\n

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are rich in sulforaphane, which naturally helps your liver detox harmful estrogen <\/a>by-products and blocks tumour growth. \u201cEat them lightly cooked or raw. Eat cruciferous vegetables at least 3-4 times a week,\u201d the nutritionist advised.<\/p>\n

3. Soy and dal<\/p>\n

They contain isoflavones, plant compounds that act like gentle natural estrogens. They balance hormone spikes that fuel breast cancer cells. Include tofu, soymilk, or dal in your daily diet<\/a>. \u201cConsume soybeans and byproducts at least 2-3 times a week, as they have been shown to reduce the risk of breast cancer by 30 percent,\u201d the nutritionist said.<\/p>\n

4. Amla or guava<\/p>\n

These fruits are rich in vitamin C, which helps combat oxidative stress, repair DNA damage, and bolster immunity, all vital factors in cancer prevention. \u201cEat a vitamin C-rich fruit daily because they are high in antioxidants, preventing DNA mutations,\u201d the nutritionist said.<\/p>\n

5. Olive oil<\/p>\n

\u201cIts polyphenols lower inflammation, protect healthy cells, reduce your risk of cancer, and slow tumour development. Swap it in for cooking or drizzle on salads. Take 1 teaspoon of extra-virgin olive oil daily,\u201d the nutritionist suggested.<\/p>\n

6. Flaxseeds<\/p>\n

They are loaded with lignans (phytoestrogens) that balance estrogen and reduce breast cancer cell growth, according to the nutritionist. She suggests sprinkling ground flaxseeds on smoothies, curd, or salads. \u201cJust 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed has been shown to significantly reduce breast cancer tumour markers,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.<\/p>\n

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