I received an article last week linking breastfeeding with decreasing
chances for breast cancer.

New Data Confirm Lifestyle Changes Can Dramatically Reduce Risk for Breast
Cancer 
Medscape Medical News , 2009-09-03

The conclusion of the article says:
"Based on these conclusions, the AICR recommends the following for reducing
the risk for breast cancer:

    * Because of the link between excess body fat and cancer, the goal is to
be as lean as possible within the normal range of body weight.
    * Be physically active as part of everyday life.
    * Limit alcohol consumption to 1 drink per day for women (2 drinks for men).
    * Mothers should breastfeed exclusively for up to 6 months and then add
other liquids and foods. Evidence is convincing that mothers who breastfeed
reduce their risk for breast cancer, and there is also probable evidence
that children who are breastfed have a lower risk of gaining excess weight
as they grow."

Ann Calandro, MSN, RNC, IBCLC

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