SOCIETY FOR
CANCER & RESEARCH ORGANIZATION(REGD.)
RZ-21B, Arjun Park, Najafgarh,
New Delhi-110043.
Telphone No.-
9319479394
Email : scro2007@rediffmail.com
Cancer is an abnormal growth of body of cell or group of cells. If it is not destroyed or removed, cancer
can spread very repidly and eventually lead to death.
Protective factors to add your daily life
The good news is
that you can reduce your cancer risk by taking charge of these aspects of your daily
life.
Here are some dietary and weight control tips that, all in all make for healthier
life and work as simple precautions against the risk of cancer.
1. Eat More Fresh Vegetables
Studies show that
certain kind of vegetables(green and leafy or deep yellow) can help protect you
against cancer of the colon, rectum, prostate, stomach, respiratory system breast
and cervix.
2. Add More High Fiber Foods
A diet rich in roughage
is a safegaurd against cancers of the colon and rectum. Some high-fiber food are
brown bread, rice, wheat, cereal, popcorn, raisins, peaches, apples with skin, oranges
potatoes, spinach, peas and tomatoes.
3. Choose Foods with Vitamin A
These may help protect
you against cancer of the oesophagus, larynx, mouth, stomach, colon, rectum, bladder
and cervix vitamin A is found in egg yolk, dairy foods, fish, liver, fresh fruits(
Such as apricots, peaches and carrots) and green vegitables. It is
far better to
eat such foods than take large quantities of vitamin tablets.
4. Do the same for vitamin C
This may help ward
off cancers of the oesophagus, mouth, colon, rectum, stomach, cervix. Some good
sources are mangoes, ambla, oranges, red and green chillies, tomatoes and strawberries.
5. Don't Forget Weight Control
Obesity is linked
to cancers of the colon, uterus gall bladder and breast. Excercise and lower calorie
intake help in keeping weight down. Walking is an ideal, enjoyable exercise. So are dancing, swimming, runnig and sports.
Risks to avoid in daily life
Scientists have noted
that cancer is more prevalent among those given to certain practices and ways of
life. Avoid these risk-enhancing factors, and you vastly improve your odds against
the cancer threat.
1. Trim Fat From Your Life
A high-fat diet increases
your risk of breast, colon and prostate cancer. Fat loaded calories mean a weight
gain for you, specially if you don't excercise. Cut overall fat intake by eating
low-fat dairy foods, lean meat and fish. Eat chicken without the skin. Avoid high-sugar
pastries and sweets.
2. Cut Down on Pickled, Barbecued of Salt-Cured
Foods
Cancers of the oesophagus and stomach are common in countries
where these foods are eaten-in large quantities. Go easy on pickles and salt-cured
fish and meats (such as bacon, ham and dried Bombay Duck).
3. Stop Smoking
Smoking is the biggest cancer risk of all. It is the main
cause of lung and bladder cancer. Smoking at home means more risk of cancer and
respiratory ailments for those around you, including your family. Pregnant women
who smoke harm their unborn babies.
4. Stop Chewing Paan, Gutka and Tobacco
Zarda, Gutka and chewing Tobacco containing Pan Masala
are harmful and enhances the possibility of Cancer of Mouth, Throat, Food Pipe,
Lungs and Stomach, besides eroding teeth and gums.
5. Go Easy on Alcohol
If you drink a lot, your risk of liver cancer and cirrhosis
increases. Smoking and drinking greatly increases risk of cancers of the mouth,
throat, larynx and oesophagus. If you drink, do be moderate.
Early Discovery, Early Recovery
Cancer is completely curable if detected at an early stage.
That's why it is to have a regular check-up at least once a year. These examinations
are quick and easy. Visit a cancer specialist, or consult your own physician.
What are your chances of getting
cancer ?
One out of every 8 indians gets cancer. In Other words,
there are over 15 to 18 crore's cancer Patients in India alone. Though cancer can
occur at any age, the incidence is higher after the age of 40 to 45.
What Out For the Seven Warning
Signals
i) Change in bowel of bladder habits.
ii) A sore that does not heal.
iii) Unusual bleeding or discharge.
iv) Thickening of lump in breast or elsewhere.
v) Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing.
vi) Obvious change in wart or mole.
vii) Nagging cough or hoarseness. Consult your physician if any of these symptoms
appear.
