From: Healthy Food Whisperer
The colon is the organ in the body responsible for
eliminating the waste from the body. In order to do its function the
colon needs to be healthy. There are different factors that can cause
colon cancer. Genetic defects are responsible for 5-10% of the cases of
colon cancer, 35% of the cases are caused by unhealthy diet, 20% of the
colon cancer cases are due to infections, 30% by smoking and the stress
and the pollution are the reason for the rest of the colon cancer cases.
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Good news is that this type of cancer can be prevented and here you will find the best ways to do that.
Consume more fresh fruits and vegetables
The body needs antioxidants so it can fight cancer. The fresh fruits
and vegetables contain antioxidants and magnesium which lowers the risk
of developing colorectal tumors by 13%. Include more cruciferous
vegetables, flaxseeds, and dry plums in the diet or take supplements.
Consume food high in vitamin D
The best source of vitamin D is the sun, but you can get this vitamin
from the food also. Include more foods rich in vitamin D and also take
vitamin D3 supplements.
[post_ads_2]Avoid red meat
The meat itself it`s not the problem but the way it`s produced. The
problem is that most of the meat sold in the supermarkets is from grain
fed cows. The organic red meat is fine.
Avoid processed meats
Processed meats can be very harmful for the health. So, try to avoid
cured, smoked or salted meats because they have chemicals and
preservatives that can cause cancer. According to the International
Agency for Research on Cancer – IARC processed meats are associated with
colorectal cancer and are considered group 1 carcinogen.
[post_ads_2]Stop smoking and drinking
Try to stop smoking and drinking because they can cause different types of cancer.
Exercise as much as you can
Being physically active and exercising lowers the risk by 40% of colorectal cancer.
[post_ads_2]Consume more onion
This vegetable contains high amounts of quercetin. This compound is
effective against ovarian, colon, prostate, endometrial, breast and lung
cancer.
Sleep in dark
Sleeping in dark is important for proper rest because the light reduces the production of melatonin in the body.
[post_ads_2]Consume ginseng tea
This tea reduces the growth of the cells of the colon cancer.
Making some changes in the lifestyle can make a big difference. You
should try to implement, if not all, some of the changes to improve your
health and live long and healthy life.
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