Want to Stop Cancer? You Can, Experts Say
June 3, 2009 - 7:11am
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Lifestyle changes have been shown to lower odds, even for those at a higher risk for cancer.
But she cautioned that the 20 percent or so of women who have a family history of breast cancer might need to do a bit more.
It's vital that these women talk with their doctors about genetic counseling because, in addition to making healthy lifestyle changes, they might need to take more aggressive steps to prevent cancer.
In fact, experts emphasize that everyone with a family history of cancer, of any type, should make sure their doctor is aware of it and should ask whether tests are available to assess their risk of developing that type of cancer.
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This is a great article. I know everyone is tired of talking about healthcare but this article really says it all http://popblogculture.blogspot.com/2009/07/healthcare-dilemma.html
This should bring hope to so many who are afraid of developing cancer. If we go back to the basic principle of eating a healthy, plant based diet and exercise, we can decrease our risk dramatically. Also, monitoring our weight is important as well. And women, don't forget to slow down on your alcohol intake. You should drink as little as possible. Alcohol has been shown to increase breast cancer. And don't forget if you are 20 pounds heavier then what you weighed when you graduated from high school, your at higher risk for breast cancer.
I have had breast cancer having been diagnosed ay the age of 54. My body was at its ideal weight and i most certainly was at my fittest ever.I ate a healthy diet and took good care of my body so not every one falls into that over weight unfit box! All women should be mindfull that they are at risk.
My grandfather had lupus, skin cancer and colon cancer. He lived a very long life with the first two conditions, and it was the colon cancer that took him. He walked a marathon distance every week until his 80's, proving that his clean eating regimen and active lifestyle could keep you going for a long time.
Wishing you all well.
Your article was great.Very informative.Exercises and diets aregood supplements to cure any ailments. To know more about cancer,their causes and treatments,visit the following link.May be it is useful for the readers,
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Thanks for the useful information.