Five Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer
The American Cancer Society Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee released the revised 2012 guidelines for nutrition and physical activity to decrease the risk of cancer. The prior version went out in 2006, but the overall message remains the same - your diet and activity level matter a great deal.
There are five things you can start doing today to decrease your risk of colon cancer. Don't wait until signs and symptoms show up - make the changes now to protect your colon.
Get Moving - Aim For a Minimum of 150 Minutes Per Week of Moderate Activity
Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise routine. Begin by parking a little farther from work, taking the stairs, or vacuuming the house if you are physically capable. The 150 minutes per week is a suggestion. You will have to work your way up to it.
Stop Smoking or Don't Start
Smoking and tobacco use are linked to 17 different types of cancer, colon cancer included, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Your risk increases with the number of years and cigarettes that you smoke. The formula is simple: quit now and your risk of colon cancer (and 16 other types of cancer) begins to drop.
Eat Fruits, Vegetables and Whole Grains
The ACS suggests eating at least two and a half cups of fruits and vegetables daily. Eat a big salad for lunch and you probably just met half your goal in one meal! A good way to integrate plant-based foods into your diet is to exchange one starch or empty-calorie food (think chips, hot rolls, candy bar) for a plant based food.
Lose Weight if Necessary
Losing weight and maintaining a stable weight are interlinked. The ACS suggests dropping weight slowly - if you are overweight - and keeping a lean body to decrease your risk of colon cancer.
Don't Consume Alcohol and Red Meat
Some doctors give an advice to limit consume alcohol and red meat. But, i think the best way are don't consume them because both of them (alcohol and red meat) have big impact to your body especially to Colon Cancer.
Additionally, don't discount routine physicals and screening for colon cancer. Colon cancer may still impact those of us who live by the guidelines, but at the very least, you are doing the best you can for your body.
source :
- cancer.about.com
The American Cancer Society Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee released the revised 2012 guidelines for nutrition and physical activity to decrease the risk of cancer. The prior version went out in 2006, but the overall message remains the same - your diet and activity level matter a great deal.
There are five things you can start doing today to decrease your risk of colon cancer. Don't wait until signs and symptoms show up - make the changes now to protect your colon.
Get Moving - Aim For a Minimum of 150 Minutes Per Week of Moderate Activity
Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise routine. Begin by parking a little farther from work, taking the stairs, or vacuuming the house if you are physically capable. The 150 minutes per week is a suggestion. You will have to work your way up to it.
Stop Smoking or Don't Start
Smoking and tobacco use are linked to 17 different types of cancer, colon cancer included, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Your risk increases with the number of years and cigarettes that you smoke. The formula is simple: quit now and your risk of colon cancer (and 16 other types of cancer) begins to drop.
Eat Fruits, Vegetables and Whole Grains
The ACS suggests eating at least two and a half cups of fruits and vegetables daily. Eat a big salad for lunch and you probably just met half your goal in one meal! A good way to integrate plant-based foods into your diet is to exchange one starch or empty-calorie food (think chips, hot rolls, candy bar) for a plant based food.
Lose Weight if Necessary
Losing weight and maintaining a stable weight are interlinked. The ACS suggests dropping weight slowly - if you are overweight - and keeping a lean body to decrease your risk of colon cancer.
Don't Consume Alcohol and Red Meat
Some doctors give an advice to limit consume alcohol and red meat. But, i think the best way are don't consume them because both of them (alcohol and red meat) have big impact to your body especially to Colon Cancer.
Additionally, don't discount routine physicals and screening for colon cancer. Colon cancer may still impact those of us who live by the guidelines, but at the very least, you are doing the best you can for your body.
source :
- cancer.about.com
