541-323-3833Coffee Lowers Liver Cancer Risk
Drinking coffee lowers the risk of liver cancer by 40%, according to a meta-analysis of 16 studies. Study author Carlo La Vecchia of the University of Milan says,“The favorable effect of coffee on liver cancer might be mediated by coffee’s proven prevention of diabetes, a known risk factor for the disease, or for its beneficial effects on cirrhosis and liver enzymes.”
Read MoreVitamins Lower Risk of Breast Cancer Death
Postmenopausal breast cancer survivors live longer if they take a multivitamin with minerals, according to the Women’s Health Initiative study. Women taking a multivitamin with minerals had a 30% lower risk of dying from breast cancer.
Read MoreOut Walk Breast Cancer
Active women have a 25% lower risk of breast cancer than inactive women, according to the American Cancer Society. Walking at least an hour a day decreased breast cancer risk by 14%, while the most active women had a 25% reduced risk. Small changes can make a big difference. Here are a few easy ways to get moving: Park on the far side of the lot at the office or when running errands. Take a walking meeting Play with your kids at the park Walk the dog, or even walk a neighbor’s dog.
Read MoreWeight Loss For Cancer Survivors: Beyond Diet and Exercise
4 Hidden Keys to Weight Loss for Cancer Survivors: Beyond Diet and Exercise Q: I’m a 2-year oral cancer survivor. I’m finally feeling recovered after treatment, which included radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery. Since my diagnosis, I’ve been eating better and exercising more. However, I’ve hit a plateau in my weight and the last 20 pounds won’t budge. I’m still tired, my metabolism is slow, and I don’t sleep well. I’m wondering if there’s anything about my cancer history that might be affecting my ability to lose weight. Beyond...
Read MoreThis Plant Slows Prostate Cancer Growth
For men with prostate cancer, the PSA doubling time (PSADT) is a critical number to watch. The PSADT measures how quickly a tumor is growing. PSADT of 2 years? Your treatment plan is working well. PSADT of 4 months? The treatment isn’t working and the tumor is growing fast. Do you want all options to decrease your PSADT? Look into modified citrus pectin. This citrus plant extract binds to galactin-3, a receptor that cancer cells use to grab onto tissue and spread. Galectin-3 is pivotal to metastasis. Modified citrus pectin (MCP) blocks galactin-3. In a phase II clinical trial, MCP...
Read MoreDoes Fish Oil Really Cause Prostate Cancer?
A study from the National Cancer Institute recently found an association between Omega-3 and prostate cancer risk. Dr Robert Rountree shares this helpful analysis of the study: “Greetings, As you may be aware, an article published in the July 2013 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests there is an association between elevated plasma omega-3 fatty acid levels and a heightened risk of prostate cancer. This study must be interpreted with a significant degree of caution for a variety of reasons: The data came from what is referred to as a retrospective, nested,...
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