Tips to reduce the risk of cancer
Although the exact cause of cancer is still unknown and a lot of research has been conducted to unearth this area, the lifestyle choices one makes do determine the consequences to a great extent. Here are some very simple lifestyle modifications that will make a big difference.
- Say no to tobacco. Smoking and the use of tobacco have been linked to many types of cancer. Even if one does not use tobacco, its exposure can also result in cancer. One of the best decisions one can make is to avoid tobacco or smoking. This reduces the chances of catching cancer to a large extent.
- Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and have healthy food habits.
- Avoid obesity.
- Use alcohol in moderation.
- Limited processed meat.
- Be physically active and maintain a healthy body weight.
- Protect yourself from the sun.
- Get yourself immunized against Hepatitis B and HPV.
- Practice safe sex.
- Don’t share needles.
- Get yourself medically checked every year after the age of 45.
