Among the types of cancer most common that exists, that of colon It is the one that causes the highest number of deaths in the world, indicated the World Health Organization (WHO). The bad habits such as a sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, alcohol and tobacco consumption can be some of the major factors involved.
In 2020 they were more than 1.9 million of cases of this neoplasm and an increase is expected due to the growth of the elderly population. Furthermore, its early diagnosis is essential, since most patients are diagnosed when the tumor is still located in the colon or rectum. After surgical removal, they can be treated with chemotherapy to prevent recurrence.
Harvard University scientists suggest sticking to the recommendations of the 2018 report World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) and the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)which together promote a lifestyle made up of healthy eating, physical activity and weight control.
4 tips to prevent colon cancer
1) Maintain a healthy weight
Having extra fat mass, marked by a higher body mass index (BMI), greater waist circumference, and higher waist-to-hip ratio, significantly increases your risk.
2) Be physically active
Sedentary behaviors, such as spending a lot of time sitting, lying down, or lying down, can increase your risk of cancer. Physical activity is defined as any movement that uses skeletal muscles and requires more energy than rest. It can include work, exercise, housework, and recreational activities such as walking, jogging, running, yoga, walking, cycling, swimming, among others.
A 2009 report of 52 epidemiological studies showed that the most physically active people had a 24% lower risk of colon cancer than those who were less physically active.
3) Healthy diet
A healthy eating pattern in general has the potential to reduce cancer risk by 10-20%. It includes eating a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes, and limiting your intake of fast foods, red and processed meats, and sugary or alcoholic beverages.
4) Avoid the use of tobacco
The recommendations also emphasize not smoking and avoiding other tobacco exposures
Source: Clarin
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