Excess pounds boost cancer risk, a study inThe Lancetshows.
As if you need an excuse!
Researchers have discovered a compound in dark chocolate that fights fast-growing cancers such as colorectal cancer.
The finding could even lead to adding chocolate to current cancer treatments.
Tame tension with this formula from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Healthy Lifestyle Program:1.
Take deep belly breaths.
You slow and elongate brain waves, bringing on calm.2.
Watch your favorite comedy.
Adopt an uplifting mantra.
Try “I love my life!”
and repeat it when you’re happy.
You will train your mind to associate the phrase with being content.
Then when you’re on edge, chant your mantra and you’ll immediately feel at ease.
Try these cookin'-good tips!Marinate meat before grilling.
This action keeps meat juices from getting too hot and activating HCA formation.
Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers.
“When inhaled, radon can break down cell DNA and lead to cancer,” Davis explains.
To test your home, look for a do-it-yourself kit at a home-improvement store.
A primary cause: chronic reflux, which bathes the throat in stomach acids that can erode tissue.
To put out the flames, avoid top triggers like caffeine and alcohol.
Research on the link between birth control pills and cancer reveals the contraceptive can be a mixed blessing.
Experts say that by suppressing ovulation, the Pill reduces the cell damage that can lead to tumors.
On the other hand, Pill takers may have a slightly elevated risk for breast and cervical cancer.
So what’s the bottom line?
The cancer risks that do exist begin to decline once you stop taking oral contraceptives.
Regardless, consult your gynecologist to learn what’s best for you.
Also, look for broad-spectrum coverage and UVA-filtering ingredients such as Mexoryl, avobenzone and zinc oxide.
One supplement, CancerGene, claimed to “help switch on all three genes that inhibit cancer.”
Find a list of products to avoidhere.
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