(22-10-10) Blaming bad genes for breast cancer is a medical myth

by Jonathan Benson, staff writer

(NaturalNews) It is common to hear both medical professionals and the
population at large talk about certain diseases as if they are inherited from
the family genes. Breast cancer is one such disease for which many women assume
they have no control over its development because it "runs in the family". But
a new study published in the journal Breast Cancer Research helps put this
medical myth to rest, noting that lifestyle habits and diet play a much more
critical role in cancer development.

Dr. Robert Gramling, associate professor of Family Medicine, and Community and
Preventive Medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC),
author of the study, found that regardless of whether or not women have a
family history of breast cancer, staying physically active, eating well, and
avoiding excessive alcohol consumption reduces their risk of developing breast
cancer to the same degree.

"It's important to note that a family history of breast cancer can arise in
part due to shared unhealthy behaviors that have been passed down for
generations," Gramling explained. "Untangling the degree to which genes,
environments, and behaviors contribute to the disease is difficult. But our
study shows that engaging in a healthy lifestyle can help women, even when
familial predisposition is involved."

Gramling's study illustrates the importance of breast cancer prevention, a
concept largely absent in society's breast cancer awareness campaigns. There
are plenty of ways women can avoid breast cancer right now simply by eating a
nutritionally-rich diet packed with anti-cancer foods and herbs. And of course
exercising and avoiding cancer-causing toxins help as well.

"Given the strong awareness of breast cancer and distress about inheritable
risk, it is essential that scientists understand the actions women can take to
reduce their risk," noted Gramling.

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