TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The American Cancer Society (ACS) reports people can significantly lower their risk cancer with some healthy habits. Diet and lifestyle changes can help reduce the risk of 12 common and preventable cancers.
Exercise regularly, eat vegetables, and cutting down on alcohol is a cancer-fighting measure and the key to a longer life. Here are eight easy ways to reduce the risk of cancer Do Something.
Get screened regularly
Screening checks for cancer before it even shows symptoms because the sooner the better. If caught early enough, the cancer mass can be smaller and easier to treat. Screening recommendations for different types of cancer vary, depending on age and gender. Talk to the doctor.
Stop smoking
Smoking causes about one in five deaths in the United States. It is important to remember that no form of tobacco is safe. Avoid to reduce the risk of about a dozen different types of cancer. So throw away cigarettes, tobacco, even vaping, and your body will feel better.
Reduce alcohol
Limiting alcohol intake reduces the risk of several types of cancer, including cancers of the mouth, throat, colon, and liver. The American Cancer Society recommends no more than one drink a day for women and two for men, the difference depending on body size and metabolism.
Keep a healthy weight
For starters, find out your body mass index to see if body weight increase the risk of getting cancer. Lower the risk for several types of cancer, including breast cancer in women over 50, by maintaining a healthy weight. If you want to lose or gain weight in a healthy way, try doing it regularly.
Keep moving
Exercise not only helps control weight but can also improve hormone levels and immune system function and reduce the risk of certain cancers. Not a difficult sport, doing things regularly to get the heart pumping is enough. 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week is recommended for adults.
Reduce time in the sun
Take a moment to think about the fact the sun literally emits radiation every day and when left unprotected, the skin absorbs it all. Most skin cancers are caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. So protect your skin every time you go outside, no matter how long.
Eat vegetables and healthy food
Consume fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, while limiting red and processed meats to reduce risks such as colorectal, pancreatic, and stomach cancers. 2.5 bowls of vegetables and fruit a day is recommended for a nutrient-rich meal.
Get to know yourself and be aware of the risks
Remember to consider external factors. However, a family history of cancer can also tell you about your own risk factors and help you know what screenings to prioritize.
Also read: Eat less meat to lower cancer risk
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