Why has breast cancer become a major health hazard worldwide?

The occurrence of breast cancer is influenced by many factors. It is now clear that some breast cancers are related to heredity, and there are many other possible factors. Among them, diet is also considered to be one of the factors that induce breast cancer. For example: high estrogen level after menopause, early menarche, late menopause, short menstrual cycle and other sex hormone related factors; Fertility-related factors, such as late childbearing, infertility and non-breastfeeding; Bad eating habits such as high fat, high calorie, low fiber diet and excessive drinking; Environmental pollution and long-term use of inappropriate drugs are considered to be likely to induce breast cancer.

The incidence of breast cancer is closely related to the level of estrogen. This part of breast cancer is called estrogen receptor positive breast cancer. When the estrogen level in our body is abnormal, it will promote the occurrence and recurrence of this part of breast cancer. Another hot topic is soybean isoflavone, which is a substance with weak estrogen effect.

In the face of soybean isoflavones, some people say that it can prevent breast cancer, and some people say that it will lead to breast cancer. In fact, estrogen-like substances like soybean isoflavones have two aspects. When we have enough estrogen in our body, it may play an anti-estrogen role. When estrogen is insufficient in our body, it may play a role in promoting estrogen.

More and more studies have found that these foods can prevent or slow down the development of diseases. For example, antioxidants and compounds called phytochemicals in plants may be able to resist damage that may lead to breast cancer cell damage. There is some strong evidence that carotenoids, the so-called pigments, make carrots, tomatoes and cantaloupes appear bright red and orange, which is beneficial. Chemicals in cruciferous vegetables-such as fiber-rich crisp broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage-may also help.

Finally, exercise and diet may play a greater role in controlling weight and preventing breast cancer. Nutritionist Mary Marian said: "Overweight women who exercise 150 minutes a week and eat a lot of fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of breast cancer than normal-weight women because they are sedentary and have a lower intake of fruits and vegetables." He is a practical professor and director of the diet teaching program at Tucson University in Arizona. She suggests shopping carefully in the production department, seafood department and spice area to help you make a nutrition plan to prevent cancer.

According to authoritative data, China will enter the peak period of breast cancer. By 202 1, there will be 2.5 million breast cancer patients in China. Whether you like it or not, breast care will no longer be optional. In the future, breast cancer prevention will become a compulsory course for women of different ages. Every year, celebrities give speeches on breast health naked, calling on women to "pay attention to breast health and stay away from breast cancer". I hope more women cherish health, breasts and life.