Will eating fish reduce the risk of breast cancer and cervical cancer?

Scientists, through various studies, have established a link between selected types of cancer with the intake of vitamin B-12. Vitamin B-12 is one of the vitamins contained in the vitamin B complex which is found in fish. Some of the fish containing the vitamin B complex are available in Kenya and include Tilapia and Nile Perch. Even though few studies have ventured into explaining the chemical processes through which vitamin B-12 helps in reducing the risk of breast cancer, plenty of studies have indicated that intake of this vitamin lowers the risk of breast cancer. With reference to cervical cancer, it was determined that when vitamin B-12 is consumed alongside other elements of the vitamin B complex, the risk of cervical cancer is lowered.

While these studies have been conducted in different parts of the world, the findings are as relevant to the Kenyan population as they are to the participating countries. Kenya is home to some of the healthiest fresh water and sea fishes recommended for optimum health.

Vitamin B-12 is part of the vitamin B-Complex which the body extracts naturally from food intake. One of these foods is fish: including sea fish and fresh water fish. The latter includes Tilapia and Nile Perch which are readily supplied by reputable organisations such as LEFi. By maintaining a weekly menu containing at least two servings of fish in a week, you reduce the risk of these selected types of cancer. In the end, it translates into a huge saving on what might otherwise be spent in dealing with the cancers mentioned.

Besides, associated benefits of regular intake of fish would be suitable; including reduced risk of anaemia, and reduced risk of heart disease and heart attacks. Reduced risk of memory loss and dementia is also strongly associated with regular consumption of fish. It’s therefore not only tasty and natural, but also a positive agent in one’s health.