Cancer is a disease where cells in the body transform and grow beyond their normal range. These cancerous cells further lump together in a way to form a tumor that is labeled malignant. When such a tumor forms in the cells and tissues of the breast, it is referred to as breast cancer. Breast cancer is mainly found in women, though it can also affect men.

Breast cancer is in fact the most common cancer and affects one in every eight women in China. Medical science has not yet identified the exact cause of breast cancer but clinical studies and medical statistics have shown that various risk factors may increase a person's vulnerability to this type of cancer. 

Signs & Symptoms of Breast Cancer
New lump or mass in the breast or the armpit
Discharge from the nipple (clear or bloody)
Redness or rash on the breast
Pain in the breast and / or nipple
Retracted nipple or inverted nipple
Pitted skin or scaly skin on the nipple
Tenderness of the breast that does not lessen over time
Unusual swelling in any part of the breast
Dimpling or thickening of skin in any part of the breast
A sudden increase in breast size
Itchy skin on the breast that is not relieved by creams or medication
Change in the color of the breasts
Breasts that are warm to touch or harder than normal

Home Remedies for Breast Cancer
Certain risk factors of breast cancer such as obesity, alcohol, and a sedentary lifestyle can be reduced by following a diet for breast cancer. Eating healthy and nutritious foods can help the immune system fight the cancer cells and reduce the spread of the disease. In addition to this, many people swear by home remedies or natural cures that reduce the unpleasant symptoms of breast cancer. These include:

-- Eating raw garlic for its antibiotic properties to help kill malignant cells in the body.

-- Foods such as broccoli and grapes contain certain compounds that are effective for the natural treatment of breast cancer.

-- Wheat grass can be had in the form of a juice or raw. Studies show that regular consumption of wheat grass can rid the body of harmful toxins and prevent the growth of cancer cells.

-- Drinking green tea is beneficial for treating breast cancer due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

-- Sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, and peanuts all contain lignans that are responsible for preventing estrogen dependent tumors from forming.

-- Other foods effective for treating breast cancer include soybeans and foods rich in vitamin D and calcium.

-- Avoid foods that are fatty or over processed as these can increase the risk of obesity and cancer.