Drinking alcohol can lead to breast cancer?

According to a study conducted in the U.S., there is a link between alcohol consumption and increased risk of developing breast cancer - a Women in post-menopausal."Data processing 184,000 women - the largest of the three major studies that were conducted to prove that alcohol consumption increases the risk of breast cancer in older women," - said Jasmine Lew, a scientist and principal investigator of the National Cancer Institute (USA).The researchers found that women who drink 1-2 gla*ses of alcohol a day, or 32% more likely to develop malignant tumors.3 or more cups a day increased the risk by 51%."Regardless of the type of alcohol, the risk was evident ", - said Lew, presenting the discovery at a meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research.About 70% of women diagnosed with breast cancer have tumors that are positive for estrogen receptors, and receptors for progestin.Lew said that the study results confirm that the interaction of alcohol and the metabolism of estrogen raises the risk of cancer.The researchers said it is too early to make recommendations for all, but it is clear that women should consult with experts to determine the risk factors and if necessary, change the style of life.According to the results of other observations small consumption of alcoholic beverages, particularly red wine, it is useful, especially for the heart.Breast cancer - the second most common cancer in women, after lung cancer.

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