Avoid Cancer Today!

October is the month of breast cancer awareness. This cancer is among the worst enemies of every woman, and the number of the case escalates every year. Although the cure has yet to be found, breast cancer can definitely be avoided by living a balanced and healthy lifestyle, both physically and mentally.

Stop Smoking

Smoking surely does no good for your health in any way, it is the main cause of lung cancer and has been linked to almost 30% case of other cancers. Smoking any types of cigarette, both directly and through a pipe, will automatically make people around you become passive smokers, which can cause respiratory infection. Smoking during pregnancy is also linked to birth defection.

Get Active

According to some studies, increasing the frequency and intensity of exercising, even for elderly, can reduce the risk of cancer by 30%. The best way is to exercise with various equipments in a gym, so you can train all body parts which leads to an overall health, but if you are unable to go to gym, do a brisk walk for 30 minutes, 5 times a week to reap the advantage.

Avoid Radiation & Polution

Studies have proven that exposures to radiation, both chemical and natural (sun), as well as pollution contribute to the higher risk of cancer, including breast cancer. Protect yourself from   Penelitian juga membuktikan bahwa paparan radiasi, baik kimia maupun alami seperti matahari, dan polusi ternyata menyumbang risiko kanker, termasuk kanker payudara. Lindungi diri dari asap kendaraan bermotor, pabrik, hingga pestisida, dan lain-lain.

Fat Free Life

Fatty diet will directly increase the risks of various types of cancer. Fatty food is proven to cause weight gain and obesity that leads to ovary, gall bladder, colon, prostate, and breast cancers. Choose natural fresh ingredients in your daily food, organic ones if possible.  

No Smoked, Grilled, or Nitrite-Preserved Food

The case of Esofagus and digestion cancers are found more in countries that consume processed food, be it smoked or preserved with nitrite. In grilled food, the amount of carcinogen found is also considerably high.  

A to C

Natural vitamins and other minerals in fruits and vegetables will protect our system from Esofagus, laring, digestion, and lung cancers. Oranges, bananas, mangoes, papayas, tomatoes, carrots, and broccolis are some of the power food that are rich in cancer-fighting nutrients.

No Alcohol

Regular alcohol consumption will increase the risk of lever and digestion cancers. Add mouth, throat, and breast cancers in the list if you combine excessive alcohol consumption with smoking.

Check Your Health Regularly

Regular health check-up is a good way to detect any diseases/illnesses as early as possible. Papsmear, self-checking your breast, and even mammografi are very advisable to detect cervic and breast cancers. Men are advised to check any signs of prostate and testicle cancers. If you notice any suspicious lumps, change of shape, or liquid in your breasts, go see your doctor immediately.           

Balance Your Life, Inside and Out

Balance your nutrition intake, time for working, leisure, and exercising, as well as your spiritual side. Everything that is balanced is healthy, and healthy means no cancer.