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Iron and Mammary Carcinogenesis (1991)

Title:

Iron and Mammary Carcinogenesis

Key words:

iron

Research Institution:

AMC Cancer Research Center

Location:

Colorado

Researcher:

Henry J Thompson

Project Description:

Dr. Thompson investigated how iron in the diet might influence different stages of the cancer process giving rise to either increased or decreased incidences of breast cancer. His studies sought to determine whether there is an optimal level of iron that protects against cancer.

Cancer Site(s)

Breast

Related Foods that Fight Cancer

Legumes (Dry Beans, Peas & Lentils)

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