Surprising 5 causes of breast cancer in women
(Baonghean.vn) - Breast cancer occurs when there is an abnormal growth of cancer cells in breast tissue. Symptoms of this disease include breast lumps, painful nipples, or unusual bleeding... Below are the leading causes of breast cancer in women.
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| Many studies have shown that an unhealthy diet is the cause of breast cancer by about 30-40%. According to the American Cancer Society, people who consume saturated fat and trans fat in excess are susceptible to breast cancer. The reason is that they have no nutritional value but increase weight by accumulating fat in the body. Breast tissue is mainly composed of fat, so if unhealthy fat accumulates in the breast, it can trigger the growth and development of cancer cells. |
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| Using scented cosmetics such as perfumes, essential oils, fabric softeners, etc. also increases the risk of breast cancer. Because the fragrances in these products often contain benzene rings - a highly carcinogenic substance. People who regularly dye their hair or use deodorants are also at a very high risk of breast cancer. |
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| Using sunscreen helps you protect your skin very well, avoiding the effects of UV rays that cause skin cancer... However, blocking UV rays of sunscreen also means that it prevents the absorption of vitamin D from sunlight into the skin. Deficiency of this vitamin is also one of the factors that cause breast cancer in women. |
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| A bra that fits the right size will help women feel more confident to wear any outfit they like. However, no matter how "powerful" bras are, you should not overuse them. The habit of wearing a bra 24/7 will put pressure on the nerves, muscles and blood vessels around the chest, increasing the risk of breast cancer. Therefore, doctors advise women to only wear bras when absolutely necessary. |
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| It may sound unrelated, but according to researchers from the American Cancer Society, women who sit for more than 6 hours a day have a 10% higher risk of breast cancer than women who sit for less than 3 hours a day. To avoid breast cancer, women should take a few minutes between work to walk and exercise. Regular exercise is also a healthy habit that helps prevent many diseases, not just breast cancer. |
