The most common cancer areas are head & neck, breast and lung. A few factors cause this disease, among which the environmental factors cause 80%, and the genetic factors cause around 20%. Lifestyle factors play a major role in preventing Cancer. A good lifestyle leads to a better life. Read on know about the lifestyle changes that you need to follow.
Quit smokingTobacco can cause around 20% of Cancer worldwide; it affects the head, neck and lung. To prevent having Cancer, quit tobacco (smoking or smokeless). Tobacco itself ca cause 10 different kinds of Cancer.
ObesityObesity can cause breast, endometrium, and colorectal Cancer. Avoid obesity and high caloric diets like unhealthy fried food and red meat.
Maintain a healthy dietTry to indulge yourself more in veggies and fruits and a proper healthy diet.
Avoid alcoholAlcohol can also cause cancer. A high amount of consumption can create a havoc mess in your body. So, avoid alcohol.
Physical activityTo stay fit, you have to maintain regular physical activity. At least 150 minutes of work out per week is necessary to keep yourself fit.
BreastfeedingIt is said that breastfeeding is one of the best ways to prevent breast cancer.
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