50% OF ALL COLON CANCER CASES CAN BE AVOIDED BY AVOIDING THESE 9 THINGS!

Colon cancer is a disease that affects millions of people around the world. Although not so deadly as other cancer types if caught on time, colon cancer is definitely dangerous. According to latest research, nearly half the cases of colon cancer annually can be prevented by taking some preventive measures – doctors recommend having balanced vitamin D levels and a diet focused on fresh vegetables, garlic and fiber-rich foods. Additionally, you need to avoid consuming too much processed and fast food as well as sugar.

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Processed and red meat are one of the main cancer-causing foods in our diet and are directly linked to colon cancer, the third most common type of cancer in the USA. The colon, also known as large intestine, is an important organ which needs to be kept clean and healthy at all times if you want to stay healthy. The colon is responsible for the removal of toxins and waste from the body. If its function is somehow impaired, toxins may accumulate in the body and cause numerous health problems.

Only 5-10% of colon cancer cases are caused by genetics; 35% are caused by poor diet, while 30% are caused due to smoking and 20% are caused by infections. The rest can be attributed to the unhealthy lifestyle almost all of us lead. However, there are some common habits we do every day which significantly increase the risk of cancer. Here’s the list:

1. Not eating fruit and vegetables

Fresh fruit and veggies contain powerful antioxidants and a large amount of magnesium as well which can reduce the risk of colon cancer. Additionally, they might also contain certain phytochemicals which can reduce inflammation in the tissues and remove carcinogenic substances as well. We recommend eating green leafy vegetables and plums and apples in order to prevent the development of colon cancer.

2. Add fiber to your diet

Adding 10 gr. of fiber in your diet reduces the risk of colon cancer by 10%. To add the nutrient in your diet and boost your digestion, consume flaxseeds, chia seeds as well as plums.

3. Optimize your vitamin D levels

Vitamin D is essential for our health – we get mostly of it through sunlight, but the levels can be increased with vitamin supplements and consuming certain foods as well. Continue Reading  >> Page 2