Studies do not support unhealthful relation between animal foods and breast cancer

Friday, August 14, 2009 - 09:49 in Health & Medicine

Breast cancer is the 7th leading cause of mortality in the United States and results in approximately 41,000 deaths each year. Although genetic factors are important, there is considerable evidence that breast cancer risk is related to modifiable lifestyle factors, such as physical activity, body weight, alcohol intake, and dietary choices.

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