The American Cancer Society estimates that 1,529,560 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in 2010.
569,490 people are expected to die from it. Men have a about a 50% chance of being diagnosed with cancer while women have approximately a 33% chance.
It's estimated that 1/3 of cancer related deaths are due to poor eating habits, lack of physical activity and excess weight.
Because of these finding many people are now turning to a more natural way of fighting cancer instead of relying solely on chemotherapy. While changing your diet will not replace the medical care needed when you are diagnosed, it can help your body in its fight against cancer.
Even if you have not been diagnosed with cancer, or are currently in remission, but you don't have the healthiest eating habits, then the following cancer-fighting foods can be a good start to preventing your body from being an easy target for cancer cells.
According to Dr. Richard Beliveau, author of the book "Foods That Fight Cancer: Preventing Cancer through Diet", these are the top risk factors for cancer.
Other 1%
Pollution 2%
Drugs 2%
UV Ray Exposure 2%
Obesity and Lack of Exercise 5%
Alcohol 3%
Workplace Related Exposure 5%
Infection 5%
Hereditary Factors 15%
Smoking 30%
Poor Dietary Habits 30%
These statistics are surprising to many people. The first thought that crosses our mind when we hear of an acquaintance being diagnosed with cancer is rarely that they must have had bad eating habits. We are more likely to think of smoking, alcohol or heredity.
To help your body fight or prevent cancer The American Cancer Society makes the following four recommendations:
-Maintain a healthy weight
-Adopt a physically active lifestyle
-Consume a healthy diet
-Limit alcohol consumption
Eating to Fight Cancer
To maintain a healthy body people need to lower their intake of red and processed meats, sugar, salt, fats and other processed foods and start eating a more plant based diet, including fruit, vegetables and whole grains.
These Are Some of the Best Foods to Fight Cancer Due to Their Strong Anti-Cancer Phytochemicals
Turmeric Tomatoes
Blueberries Grapes
Strawberries Citrus
Green tea Soy beans
Garlic Cabbage,
Brussel sprouts Ginger
Cauliflower and broccoli are exceptionally effective in the fight against cancer. These should be slightly cooked and well chewed for the anti-cancer properties to be properly absorbed.
These are all food items that are easy to incorporate into your everyday diet, some of them are probably already staples in your household.
It's easier to give your body a chance to prevent cancer now, than it is to fight an all too often losing battle later on.
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