Ovarian cancer is a deadly form of cancer it kills more women than any other type of cancer of the reproductive system. If diagnosed and treated early, however, the survival rate is quite high. Unfortunately, ovarian cancer is known as a silent disease it produces no symptoms until it is in its later stages, so the death rate is also quite high.

Ovarian cancer is the second most common cancer of the female reproductive system. It affects approximately 1 in 70 American women at some point in their lives. The risk of developing ovarian cancer heightens past the age of 40 and menopause further increases the risk.

For dietary purposes we recommend a diet that is high in fiber and low in saturated animal fats is a good defense against ovarian cancer.

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Ovarian cancer is a form of cancer which develops in different parts of the ovary. Ovarian cancer can be divided into four stages wherein stage 1 is the earliest stage and stage 4 is the most advanced stage. There may not be obvious symptoms during the early stages of ovarian cancer but as the cancer grows, symptoms tend to become more specific and will include:

Pain or pressure in the pelvis, legs, abdomen or back
Bloating or swelling in the abdomen
Gas
Nausea
Diarrhea or constipation
Indigestion
Feeling of tiredness at all times

Some of the other symptoms which are not very common include:

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