According to Otis Brawley, M.D., the Chief Medical Officer at the American Cancer Society, two-thirds of cancer cases in the U.S. develop from preventable causes. Other than those who have a genetic predisposition, and those who have environmental exposures, most people should not feel helpless in this fight.
The problem with Americans today is that they are lazy. Yes, I said it – LAZY.
There are really just three simple, sustainable habits that will help most people avoid the most feared medical condition – CANCER.
Three Most Common Cancers Among Women
1. Breast cancer
First among women of all races and Hispanic* origin populations. Second among white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.
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2. Lung cancer
First among white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women. Second among Hispanic* women. Second among white, black, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.Third among Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic* women.
3. Colorectal cancer
Second among Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic* women. Third among white, black, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.
Prostate Cancer is unfortunately right behind colorectal cancer, especially among Black men.
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Leading Causes of Cancer Death Among Women
What’s Really Causing It?
1. Crispy, Brown Foods
When some vegetables, like potatoes, are heated to high temps, they can give off a chemical called acrylamide. Studies show that rats who took in acrylamide in their drinking water got cancer, so researchers think humans might also.
You can cut the amount you eat by baking, roasting, frying, and toasting foods until they’re a tan color instead of golden or deep brown. Acrylamide is also found in many products you buy as well as in tobacco smoke.
2.) Lack of Exercise
Maintaining a healthy weight is also key – this involves exercise and diet. As far as exercise, the amount required is
