Tag Archives: cancer prevention
Coffee reduces risk of cancer in women
The Los Angeles Times “Booster Shots” blog reports that research published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention suggests that “drinking four or more cups of caffeinated coffee may protect against endometrial cancer.”
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Tagged cancer prevention, coffee, endometrial cancer, preventing cancer
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Three lifestyle changes significantly reduce cancer rates
In two previous blogs (“Thirty percent of breast cancers could be prevented by lifestyle changes” and “Three Healthy Habits Cut Breast Cancer Risk, Study Finds“) I’ve discussed the association between cancer risk and lifestyle choices.
Posted in Cancer, General Health
Tagged 10 Essentials of Happy Healthy People, alcohol, breast cancer prevention, Cancer, cancer prevention, exercise, healthy diet, preventing cancer
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Surgeon general issues new tobacco warnings
Congrats to the new Surgeon General, for taking an even stronger stand on tobacco in her recent report, “How Tobacco Smoke Causes Disease.: The Los Angeles Times and Orlando Sentinel write that the report has found that “ANY exposure” to … Continue reading
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Tagged cancer prevention, preventing cancer, smoking, tobacco, tobacco abuse, tobacco products
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Aspirin more effective at preventing cancer deaths than previously thought
In the advertisements for aspirin you see every day on TV and in magazines, they have for years called it a wonder drug. Now, more and more of us doctors are finding that is truly the case. In past blogs … Continue reading
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Tagged aspirin, baby aspirin, Cancer, cancer prevention, colon cancer prevention, low-dose aspirin
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The Formula for Good Health = 0, 5, 10, 30, 150
An easy-to-remember formula for good health (0, 5, 10, 30, 150) is proposed in a wonderful editorial in American Family Physician titled “Preventive Health: Time for Change.” The author suggests this formula to physicians to “help patients achieve healthy lifestyle … Continue reading
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Tagged beta-blocker, cancer prevention, diabetes prevention, health promotion, healthy lifestyle, heart attack prevention, preventing cancer, preventing cardiovascular disease, preventing diabetes, preventing heart attack, preventing heart disease, prevention, preventive medicine, statin, statins, stroke prevention
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Fish oil may help lower risk of certain types of breast cancer
CNN/Health.com reported, “Millions of Americans already take fish oil to keep their hearts healthy and to treat ailments ranging from arthritis to depression.” Now a new study appearing in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention suggests that fish oil “supplements may … Continue reading
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Tagged breast cancer, breast cancer prevention, cancer prevention, fish oil, preventing cancer
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Some Spices Cut Cancer Risk That Comes With Grilled Burgers
Study found rosemary, turmeric, fingerroot inhibited production of carcinogenic compounds. THURSDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) –Researchers report that adding certain spices to your burgers before tossing them on the grill this summer will not only add to the flavor of … Continue reading
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Tagged cancer prevention, grilling, rosemary, turmeric
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Omega-3 Fatty Acid Protects Against Polyps
Fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids) have been shown effective in treating high levels of triglycerides and in preventing primary and secondary cardiovascular disease. Now comes a new study showing that the fatty acid found in fish oil (EPA) has shown promise … Continue reading
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Tagged cancer prevention, colon cancer prevention, colon poly, EPA, omega-3, omega-3 fatty acids, preventing cancer
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Vitamin D Supplementation and Cancer Prevention
Readers of this blog know that, in general, I’m in favor of healthcare professionals checking vitamin D levels as part of routine exams. I do this on all adolescents and adults. And, I’ve blogged more on the topic of vitamin … Continue reading
The Ten Commandments of Preventive Medicine – Part 7 – Tobacco
In my latest book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People, I teach people how to utilize these ten essentials that are necessary to live a happy and highly healthy life. Under The Essential of Self-Care, teach what I call “The 10 Commandments … Continue reading
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Tagged cancer prevention, chewing tobacco, smokeless tobacco, smoking, smoking cessation, tobacco
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The Ten Commandments of Preventive Medicine – Part 6 – Alcohol
In my latest book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People, I teach people how to utilize these ten essentials that are necessary to live a happy and highly healthy life. Under The Essential of Self-Care, teach what I call “The … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Men's Health, Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged 10 Essentials of Highly Healthy People, alcohol, alcohol abuse, beer, Cancer, cancer prevention, heart disease, heart disease prevention, high blood pressure, liquor, wine
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10 Lifestyle Tips for Cancer Prevention
Looking for ways to cut your risk of developing cancer? Here’s a list of 10 diet and activity recommendations highlighted this week in Chicago at the annual meeting of the American Dietetic Association (ADA) that can dramatically reduce your risk … Continue reading
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Tagged ADA, American Diabetes Association, cancer prevention
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