Cracking the Cancer Code: Uncovering the Hidden Link Between Hormones and Breast Cancer – A Nutritionist’s Guide to Recovery-Boosting Foods

Diet can cause cancer and can also prevent cancer. “Pink October” happens every year to awaken women’s attention to breast health. To that end, Dr. Ding Ho-yen, a registered dietitian in Hong Kong, breaks down several dietary taboos and cancer-causing myths about breast cancer. It also recommends that breast cancer patients eat a balanced diet and consume sufficient nutrients to promote recovery.

Pink October｜Excessive hormone intake increases the risk of breast cancer

It is said that regular consumption of estrogen-containing foods, such as chicken wings, can lead to breast cancer. Dr. Terry Ting, a registered dietitian in Hong Kong, cited previous research and pointed out that not only estrogen, but also some growth hormones. it can also induce breast cancer. Currently, various countries have enacted laws banning the use of hormones to raise poultry and livestock. Therefore, as long as they purchase food ingredients from reputable suppliers, consumers do not have to worry about the risk of breast cancer caused by excessive hormone intake.

Pink October |. 3 nutrients can reduce inflammation and prevent cancer

Although one of the biggest risk factors for breast cancer is family heredity, women can still reduce their cancer risk through diet. Terry pointed out that eating more fruits and vegetables can prevent cancer, especially breast cancer. Oranges, berries and apples are rich in flavonoids, which can increase the amount of flavonoids in human blood.Antioxidants. Studies have shown that when the concentration of antioxidants in the blood is higher, the risk of developing cancer will be significantly reduced by 18-30%.

Prevention is better than cure When it comes to a balanced diet, in addition to vitamins and fibre, proteins are also essential. Terry advises everyone to take moreanimal proteinslike fish, rich in fish oil, astaxanthin and selenium, very effective in preventing cancer. Additionally, Terry also recommends eating more foods rich inProbioticsFoods like low-fat, sugar-free cheese, kombucha, etc. they can help prevent inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of cancer.

Pink October｜Diet taboos for cancer patients

If unfortunately the patient is suffering from breast cancer, she may need surgery, followed by a series of chemotherapy, which requires a lot of physical strength and nutrition to survive the entire treatment process. Terry also shared some clinical cases. Many breast cancer patients may suffer from loss of appetite during chemotherapy, resulting in fatigue. Therefore, as a nutritionist, he will also prescribe powdered nutritional supplements so that patients can easily absorb sufficient nutrients and calories. However, patients cannot rely solely on dietary supplements during their cancer diet, so he suggested that patients undergoing chemotherapy shouldEat high-quality, high-calorie protein foods,For example:

• Eat healthier starches or grains
• Healthy cooking oil
• Lean meat, fish
• Eggs, tofu, etc.

Terry explained that both white blood cells and red blood cells in the human body are composed of proteinsGet enough high-quality proteincan helpRepairs cells and strengthens immunity. Additionally, Terry also reminded cancer patients to do their bestAvoid eating unhealthy foods such as junk foods containing saturated fats and foods high in sugaras follows:

• Fatty meat
• bark food
• fried food

These foods are easyIt increases the possibility of inflammation in the bodyparticularlyCravings for sweets can take a heavy toll on the bodymay influence the effect of treatment. Based on the above dietary taboos, Terry recommends a simple recipe that requires only simple ingredients and with which you can easily cook nutritious and delicious dishes. You can also refer to the above diet tips and change the ingredients by yourself, and you can also cook different and healthy dishes!

【Salmon, Broccoli, Pesto and Wholemeal Linguine】(for 1 person)

The detailed recipes are as follows:

Written by: Huang Yaozi

Photography: Lin Junru, Chen Jianshan

Editing: Chen Jianshan

Producer: Huang Cunxin

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