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Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Exercise decreases hormone levels that are associated with breast cancer

In a study (published in February 2010), investigators reported that women who participated in an aerobic exercise program (45 minutes of aerobic exercise 5 days a week) had significantly lower estradiol levels than those women who maintained their usual level of activity.
Estradiol is a hormone that is known to stimulate the growth of estrogen-responsive breast cancer cells.
This study adds more even more support to the recommendation that physical activity is an important lifestyle factor in helping to reduce your risk of developing or stimulating cancer growth or recurrence.
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