Chances are someone you know has been affected by breast cancer in their lifetime. According to the National Cancer Institute, an estimated 192,370 new cases of breast cancer in females will be diagnosed in American women this year, including over 40,000 deaths. Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in American women. Doctors recommend regular self-breast exams starting at age 20 and yearly mammograms starting at age 40.

Cancer prevention includes action that can be taken to reduce the change of getting cancer. Some risk factors for cancer can be avoided, but some cannot. Known preventative actions for breast cancer that can be taken include not smoking as well as changing lifestyle and eating habits. For more information on lifestyle changes you can make click here.

In addition, Dr. Vijaya Nair and other researchers have discovered a link between chronic inflammation and cancer. Inflammation is triggered when your body is fighting off an infection, like the common cold, at high levels for a short period of time. However, if chronic low-grade inflammation is constantly activated for long periods of time it can turn against you and lead to deadly diseases like cancer.

Preventing Cancer by Preventing Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation
Dr. Vijaya Nair has made it one of her life goals to help cancer patients fight their best fight against the disease. And just as important, she wants to help people who are cancer-free now stay cancer-free in the future. As a result of today's research, she has developed natural nutritional supplements that help maintain optimal health and prevent cancer caused by chronic low-grade inflammation.

Clinical Trials on Breast Cancer Prevention
The National Cancer Institute is currently researching ways to prevent breast cancer with natural ingredients that are the base for many of Dr. Vijaya Nair's Supplements. These trials are testing the effects of soy protein, green tea and grape seed extract on preventing breast cancer. To view information on these trials, visit the National Cancer Institute website here.

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