Cancer continues to be one of the deadliest diseases humankind is struggling with. Early diagnosis does save a life. But even then there is always a chance that the cancer may bounce back.
Apart from that even if you survive cancer, many patients continue to suffer from one health problem or the other and thus the quality of life is compromised. That is why it is necessary to adopt a lifestyle that keeps the risk of cancer low.
Avoid tobacco
Smoking is injurious to health. Everyone knows that. Even then people smoke and chew tobacco. Tobacco is one of the biggest reasons for oral and throat cancer. Smoking is known for causing heart and lung cancer and hence tobacco should be avoided as much as possible.
Processed meat and alcohol
Processed meat is linked with a high risk of a few types of cancer. Even excessive consumption of alcohol is very bad for overall health and can cause liver, colon, and kidney cancer.
Avoid midday Sun
Skin cancer is a very common type of cancer especially in countries where the weather conditions are very hot. To reduce the risk of skin cancer you should try to avoid the midday sun, especially during 12 pm to 4 pm when the rays of the sun are strongest.
If you have no option but to go out during this time of the day, then you must cover your skin by wearing a long-sleeved dress, scarf, and sunglasses.
Always protect your skin with sunscreen that has a minimum SPF level of 30 even if it is cloudy.
Take proper precautions
Try to avoid behaviors that can make you catch infections . When it comes to sex avoid indulging in unsafe sex. Never say yes to an act without a condom and avoid changing partners frequently. Unsafe sex can lead to HIV which can cause anus, vaginal and penis cancer.
Eat healthy food, maintain weight
Eat lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts on a daily basis. Avoid unhealthy and processed food items. If you are obese, try to lose weight as overweight people have low immunity that can attract more infections and diseases like cancer.
Disclaimer: This piece of article is for basic information purposes only. It's always advisable to consult a doctor for any type of health issue.