Cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases in the world today. I call it the modern-day leprosy that slowly eats and nibbles its victim’s life away. Although there are lots of improvements in the medical world when it comes to cure for diseases like cancer, it is still best if we can prevent it altogether. There are easy ways for you to that and it shouldn’t be that expensive either.
We all know that exercise has been associated with low cancer risk especially for women. This is due to the positive effect that exercise has on strengthening our immune system and managing our weight. If you can afford it try to aim for at least thirty minutes of exercise every day. Even a simple one as brisk walking or jump rope exercise can greatly reduce your risk for cancer by up to 75 percent.
Our bodies are being attacked almost every moment by free radicals, agents that are known to contribute to ageing. Free radicals attack and damage important cells in our bodies causing us to become more susceptible to disease. We need antioxidants to prevent this from happening, and where else can we get these substances but from fruits and vegetables. A good serving of five portions each day is enough to put cancer at bay.
You’re probably wondering where free radicals come from. One thing I know is that they can come from tobacco smoke. That’s the reason why smokers look a lot older than they should. If you value your health, stay away from tobacco smoke, especially second-hand smoke. Tobacco smoke is known to be the number one cause of lung cancer all over the world.
The sun can be your friend and your enemy at the same time. Your friend because it can be the source of vitamin D that helps strengthen your bones. Your enemy because the ozone layer is not what it used to be. If you’re going out and are staying under the heat of the sun for a long time, make sure you use special sunscreen lotion that will protect your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet light. Wear shades too to protect your eyes.
If prevention is better than cure, we can say that early detection is second best. It gives you a few steps ahead of cancer. Get yourself checked in the clinic once in a while just to make sure that your health is perfect!
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