Lifestyle Measures to Reduce Cancer Risk and Phoenix Senior Living Care

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When it comes to cancer prevention, you’ve most probably heard of conflicting reports. Cancer unfortunately has touched most of our lives. Some people believe cancer diagnosis to be linked to genetics, while for some lifestyle plays a leading role in developing cancer. While cancer research has led to many advanced treatments, however, it’s well-accepted that your chances of developing cancer are affected by the lifestyle choices you make. We are going to list a few cancer prevention tips through healthy lifestyle measures.

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Regular Checkups with Doctors– Annual physical or routine screenings such as mammograms and colonoscopies can help in early identification of potential problems which is the key to higher success rates for treatments. Consult your doctor about the best cancer screening schedule for you.

Healthy Weight Maintenance– Maintaining a healthy weight can significantly lower the risk for breast, prostate, lung, colon, and kidney cancer. Engage in some form of a physical activity on a daily basis as it has proven to lower the risk of breast cancer and colon cancer in addition to controlling weight. Strive to get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity.

Eat a Healthy Diet– Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, and other foods from plant sources such as whole grains and beans. Go for fewer high-calorie foods, including refined sugars and fat from animal sources to avoid obesity. Limit intake of processed meat which is said to slightly increase the risk of certain types of cancer.

Avoid Tobacco– Smoking has been linked to various types of cancer — including cancer of the lung, mouth, throat, larynx, pancreas, bladder, cervix and kidney. Secondhand smoke is as much dangerous. Again, chewing tobacco has been linked to cancer of the oral cavity and pancreas. Avoid using tobacco to prevent cancer. If you are finding it difficult to quit, consult your doctor or enlist the help of your family or friends.

Sun Safety- Skin cancer, while being the most common form of cancer, is also one of the most preventable. Avoid midday sun or going out between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even on cloudy days and cover exposed areas with tightly woven, loose fitting clothing. Sunglasses and a broad-brimmed hat can prove to be of help. Visit a dermatologist for a head-to-toe exam at least once a year to identify potential problem spots on your skin.

Limit Alcohol Consumption– Alcohol consumption in excess increases the risk for a variety of cancers which includes neck and cancer of the head apart from breast, colorectal and liver cancers. Talk to your primary care physician with regards to the appropriate amount of alcohol to consume.

Vaccinations– Consult your doctor in relation to vaccination against Hepatitis B which can increase the risk of developing liver cancer and Human Papillomavirus which can lead to cervical and other genital cancers as well as squamous cell cancers of the head and neck.

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