A number of studies indicate that consumption of alcohol can increase estrogen levels, which may adversely affect fibrocystic breast disease.More

A number of studies indicate that consumption of alcohol can increase estrogen levels, which may adversely affect fibrocystic breast disease. 

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Long-term and complete avoidance of caffeine has been shown to reduce symptoms of FBD. Some women are more sensitive to the effects of caffeine ... More

Long-term and complete avoidance of caffeine has been shown to reduce symptoms of FBD. Some women are more sensitive to the effects of caffeine than others, so benefits of restricting caffeine are likely to vary from woman to woman. Caffeine is found in coffee, black tea, green tea, cola drinks, chocolate, and many over-the-counter drugs. A decrease in breast tenderness can take six months or more to occur after caffeine is eliminated. 

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Like premenstrual syndrome, FBD has also been linked to excess estrogen. After switching to a low fat diet women with FBD have shown a decrease ... More

Like premenstrual syndrome, FBD has also been linked to excess estrogen. After switching to a low fat diet women with FBD have shown a decrease in circulating estrogen and after three to six months, the pain, and lumpiness also decreased, as demonstrated in various human studies. The link between dietary fat and FBD symptoms appears to be most strongly related to saturated fat. Foods high in saturated fat include red meat and pork, high fat dairy products, regular chocolate products and foods containing palm or coconut oil. 

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Exercise may decrease breast tenderness. In one study, women who ran 45 miles per month (average of 1.5 miles per day) reported less breast tend... More

Exercise may decrease breast tenderness. In one study, women who ran 45 miles per month (average of 1.5 miles per day) reported less breast tenderness as well as improvement in other symptoms, such as anxiety.

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