Breast cancer cells controlled by lifestyle factors, plant nutrient combination and epigenetic changes

A series of studies presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology has revealed that lifestyle changes focused on healthy eating and regular exercises decreases bio-markers related to breast cancer recurrence and mortality.

The study consisted of splitting obese or overweight women into two groups: those who who received weight loss and exercise counseling and a usual care group that received a brochure about lifestyle changes. After six months, women in the weight loss counseling group experienced an approximate 30% decrease in C-reactive protein (CRP) levels compared with a minimal decrease in women randomized to the usual care group.

Biomarkers are based …read more