The 10 Biggest Myths About Breast Cancer

You’d be surprised by how many things you believe to be true about breast cancer simply… aren’t.

For one, a high-fat diet does not increase your risk.

Sure, excess body weight in the form of fat results in higher production of estrogen, in addition to that which your ovaries already produce, which may increase your risk of developing breast tumors. But consuming fat found in foods like avocado and nuts will probably lower your cancer risk.

Take a look at 9 other myths about breast cancer to make better choices with your health.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Healthy Boomers The 10 Biggest Myths About Breast Cancer You’d be surprised by how many things you believe to be true about breast cancer simply… aren’t. For one, a high-fat diet does not increase your risk. Sure, excess body weight in the form of fat results in higher production of estrogen, in addition to that which your ovaries already produce, which may increase your risk of developing breast tumors. But consuming fat found in foods like avocado and nuts will probably lower your cancer risk. Take a look at 9 other myths about breast cancer to make better choices with your health. READ NOW Trending Now The Nut That Fights Breast Cancer   The Need-to-Know for Healthy Breasts   Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Boomers newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.