How to prevent breast cancer is on every woman's mind. Many women die each year because of breast cancer. Millions of dollars are spent each year on research trying to find new cures. However, the best way to stay safe is to take every step possible to prevent breast cancer.

The Journal of the National Cancer Institute published a study in the early 1990's linking the prevention of breast cancer with omega 3 fatty acids. While these results are not conclusive, there have been additional studies since then indicating that there could be a connection. Omega 3 fatty acids are naturally found in fish oil and flax oil. They help the health of your heart and are wonderful anti-inflammatory compounds. The anti-inflammatory nature of this compound could be what helps to prevent breast cancer.

These omega 3s in your diet will normally come from fish or flax seeds. If you don't consume very much of these foods then you may have a moderate omega 3 deficiency. Which can be harmful to your health. This can create serious cardiovascular problems or depression. It can also seriously interfere with your immune system and this can make you more sensitive to auto-immune diseases, some types of diabetes and some types of migraines.

The auto-immune issue is where researchers believe that omega 3s could also contribute to breast cancer prevention. Anti-inflammatory agents can actually calm cells down that have gone “haywire”. If the cell is calm and doesn't have the chance to start dividing uncontrollably, then cancer can be completely avoided.

Most people who want to hedge their bets end up taking a daily omega 3 supplement for their general health and to do everything possible to prevent cancer of any type. Memory function and heart health are also helped when taking omega 3s. The jury is still out on whether omega 3 supplements can definitely help prevent breast cancer, but it is certainly wise to be prepared.

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