By Beth Sissons

Original Source: medicalnewstoday.com

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Alcohol may increase the risk of breast cancer because it causes a change in raises estrogen, reduces folate absorption, and causes damage to cell DNA. Alcohol may also increase cancer risk through oxidative stress and impairing how the body eliminates harmful chemicals.

The ethanol in alcoholic drinks may cause an increased risk of breast cancer. Consistent researchTrusted Source shows a link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk, which increases in relation to how much people drink.

In this article, we look at the reasons alcohol may increase the risk of breast cancer, how types and amounts of alcohol relate to risk, and whether there is a safe limit to drink.

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Can alcohol consumption lead to breast cancer?‍

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According to the National Cancer InstituteTrusted Source, there is consistent research that shows an increased risk of breast cancer with increased alcohol consumption.

Data from 118 different studies suggests that...click here to continue reading

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