Beat Breast Cancer: 7 Vitamins That Can Help

Fighting breast cancer is a daily battle that can be aided by what are considered breast cancer vitamins. Although taking vitamin suppliments is an acceptable way of getting these nutrients, it’s also possible to get the recommended amounts by packing your diet with a colorful variety of fruits, whole grains, and vegetables with the following vitamins:

1. Vitamin D

Deficiencies in vitamin D have been found to possibly lead to cancer. You can increase your intake of vitamin D with a supplement, small amounts of sun exposure (with sunscreen protection), and by enjoying vitamin D fortified low-fat milk.

2. B-Complex

Aids in the essential breakdown of female hormones (estrogen) by the liver.

3. Choline

A kind of B vitamin found in eggs, lean meat, fish, collards, and beans that has been shown to reduce cancer risk by 24% in women.

4. CoQ10

Works as a powerful antioxident, increases energy at the cell level, and also boosts your immune system, which helps fight both the causes of cancer and the growth of existing cancer. It is produced in the body, but also found abundantly in organ-meats and tuna.

5. Folic Acid

Found in red and purple grapes, papaya, broccoli, and spinach, folic acid has been found to prevent and destroy cancer cells.

6. Flavonoids, Bioflavonoids, and Isofavonoids

These have been found to enhance the activity of white blood cells and boost our bodies’ defenses against a broad range of illness, including many types of cancer (including breast cancer). They can be found in cranberries, green tea, and soy beans. There are conflicting reports on the Isofavonoid Phytoestrogens found in soy products. Some reports show possible links with an increase in breast cancer and some soy products.

7. Beta Carotene

While numerous studies have shown a reduction in cancer risk from Beta Carotene, supplements are not as highly recommended as dietary doses of the vitamin. Many yellow, dark green, and orange vegetables and fruits contain Beta Carotene. A few examples include sweet potatoes, mangos, spinach, kale, carrots, and apricots.

Although vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant and essential in the overall health of most humans, clinical studies show no conclusive evidence that it protects against cancer.

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