Top 10 advice for cancer prevention

Weight control, limiting alcohol consumption, eating less red meat and regular physical activity are a few good ways to prevent cancer at its root, according to experts. Experts from the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research have co-authored a report entitled “Diet, Nutrition, Physical Activity and Cancer Prevention”, which brings together measures to prevent cancer. In addition to reminding of the dangers of smoking, the report analyzes the impact of dietary habits on increasing the risk of cancer, particularly weight gain. Martin Wiseman, the report’s director, noted, “In addition to tobacco, obesity is a particularly important lifestyle-related determinant of cancer. It is commonly thought that obesity causes cardiovascular disease and diabetes, but it is overlooked that it may also increase the risk of cancer.” Six types of cancer, including esophageal, pancreatic, colon, kidney, endometrial and breast, have been shown to be associated with physical obesity. The report recommends that people maintain a healthy weight in adulthood. In addition, the report recommends eating less red meat, no more than 0.5 kg per week. The latest evaluation analysis confirmed that the relationship between red meat (beef and lamb) and colon and rectal cancer is more direct than what was expected 10 years ago. Experts warned to avoid processed meat products, such as ham and smoked sausage. In addition, experts have found a convincing link between alcohol consumption and cancers of the oral cavity, throat and esophagus. Ten recommendations for cancer prevention: 1. Be as thin as possible within the normal weight range; 2. Engage in 30 to 60 minutes of appropriate intensity physical activity, such as walking, every day; 3. Avoid sugary drinks and limit the intake of high-energy-dense foods; 4. Breastfeed the baby for at least six months; 5. 6) Limit alcohol consumption to no more than 2 servings per day for men (one serving contains 10 to 15 grams of alcohol) and no more than 1 serving for women; 7) Eat more vegetables and fruits; 8) Consume less than 6 grams of salt per day and limit salt-cured foods; 9) Avoid nutritional supplements, except for folic acid during pregnancy; 10) After treatment, cancer patients should strictly follow the nutritional recommendations made by experts, do more physical exercise and maintain an appropriate weight.