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Breast cancer is one of the rapidly increasing serious diseases in women. Its cases are increasing every year in India, due to which health experts and research institutes are continuously studying its causes and risks. In this context, a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is in discussion, in which the diet and lifestyle of women has been linked to the risk of breast cancer. In this study, eating habits, sleep, obesity and daily lifestyle were especially analyzed.
In such a situation, the question arises whether non-veg diet can increase the risk of breast cancer. Let us know what has been said in this study and how it should be understood.
Can non-veg diet increase the risk of breast cancer? What does the study say?
According to the ICMR study, the risk of breast cancer was slightly higher in women who ate more non-veg than other women. This study was done by combining data from many researches, which revealed that unbalanced non-veg diet, especially those high in fat, can have adverse effects on health.
It was also told in the study that if along with non-veg food, there is less physical activity, insufficient sleep and obesity increases, then the risk can be higher. However, researchers have made it clear that non-veg food is not a direct cause of breast cancer, rather it can be a risk factor. That is, a diet taken without the right quantity and balance can affect the hormonal balance of the body, which can become a problem in the future.
What do experts say?
Dr. Saloni Chadha in the Gynecology Department at RML Hospital. She says that health experts say that any disease should not be linked to just one reason. There can be many reasons behind breast cancer, such as hormonal changes, family history, age, obesity and lifestyle.
In such a situation, non-veg diet is not dangerous in itself, but if there is no balance in it and too much fried or processed meat is consumed, then the problem can increase. It is important to have fruits, vegetables, fiber and adequate nutrition in the diet. Also, regular exercise and good sleep are equally important. In such a situation, attention should be paid to adopting a healthy lifestyle.
How to protect?
Take a balanced and nutritious diet.
Eat non-veg in limited quantities and in a healthy manner.
Stay away from fried and processed foods.
Include regular exercise in your daily routine.
Keep weight under control.
Get enough sleep and reduce stress.
Get health check-up done from time to time.