Lifestyle Tweaks That Can Prevent Cancer
According to a study conducted by the American Cancer Society, leading a healthy lifestyle can avert 40% of cancer cases
The report encourages public health leaders to educate the public about the dangers of unhealthy lifestyle
Here's your guide to making lifestyle modifications to prevent cancer
Quit Smoking
Smoking and breathing in secondhand
smoke can harm DNA and
encourage the growth of tumors
Lose Excess Weight
Overweight people are more likely to develop 13 different cancers
Balance Your Diet
Low fiber and calcium intake, together with an excess of red and processed meat, raise the risk of cancer
Vaccines
Infections that can result in the development of cancer are prevented by vaccination against hepatitis and HPV
Cut Out Alcohol
Eliminating or reducing alcohol use can lessen cellular disturbances and damage to DNA