Cancer of the colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer fatalities in America. There are certain signs and manifestations that the majority of patients feel when they have advanced stage of cancer of the colon such as a substantial change in the bowel activity, regular constipation, flatulence, rectal bleeding, severe stomach pain and lethargy.
Most experts consider that a regular cleansing the colon can prevent cancer of the colon. Growth of cancer stimulating polyps is advanced by toxins that are present, and accumulate within the colon wall, according to experts.
There are many health benefits when you undergo colon cleansing or body detoxification. The cleansing of your digestive system, increased energy and weight loss are the primary benefits seen. Yet, the smooth functioning of your colon, less bloating and water retention, in addition to the break up of fecal waste are all benefits.
To prevent colon cancer, here are some things you ought to think about:
1. Look for medical attention if you experience similar signs and symptoms of colon cancer
Colon cancer is one of the most frequent cancers in the world and can be avoided during the early stages if diagnosed instantly. Nonetheless, during the early phases it is quite normal for the patient not to feel any symptoms. The majority of manifestations can only be experienced during the 4th phase where one can experience terrible pain.
2. If you are fifty years old or above, request a colon cancer exam
With a normal diagnosed age of 64, about 90 percent of colon cancer examples are from individuals over 50. Scientific studies prove that by age fifty or above, the proportion of people who get polyps in the colon is twenty five percent.
3. Keep up an active lifestyle
A decrease in the chance to about 40 percent can be achieved with an active lifestyle. Regular exercise also tends to lessen the occurrence of other factors leading to it like obesity and diabetes.
4. Cease smoking
Colon cancer as well as many other types of cancer and disease have been connected with smoking as a contributing factor. When you smoke, you are likely to worsen the risk because the inhaled tobacco can impart carcinogens to the colon and can worsen the size of the cancer polyp.
5. Make certain you have a healthy diet
The chance of colon cancer is elevated if you eat foods rich in fat and cholesterol. The health hazard is decreased if foodstuffs like vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts and legumes, that incorporate natural fiber are eaten.
Keeping in mind all the above along with a daily consumption of raw apricot seeds is a plan for success in maintaining colon health and the prevention of colon cancer. If you have not had a checkup in a while, do not continue to put it off. It's a good idea to put aside a day of the week to juice along with a healthy protein smoothie's to give your digestive system a little break from solid foods while supplying your body with nutrients and protein.
Joni Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. http://apricotpower-info.com/
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Breast Cancer And Estrogen
For many years women were told that Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) offered as Estrogen Therapy (ET) or a combination of Estrogen and Progesterone (Hormone Therapy or HT) was the easy way to avoid any symptoms of the menopause. Women were given either natural or synthetic hormones to reduce hot flashes, headaches, moodiness, insomnia, and vaginal dryness.
Unfortunately doctors are beginning to realize that women have a unique hormone profile. That means that the effect of hormone replacement therapy could work for your neighbor, but have no effect on you.
Recent medical studies have indicated that there is a link between HRT and breast cancer risk. Both natural and synthetic Estrogen and Progesterone can cause acceleration in the growth of breast tissue, and breast cancer can first appear in fast growing tissue. Some doctors believe that estrogen is broken down within the breast tissue, and the resultant compound can then bind to strands of DNA and cause breast cancer that way.
Unfortunately it is extremely difficult to isolate one cause of cancer and blame it on one specific thing because hereditary, diet and lifestyle all play a part At this time doctors think that there is a definite increased risk of breast cancer when ET and HT are used beyond five years, but other doctors feel that the risk is there period.
If you are a breast cancer survivor, then it may be that HRT can stimulate the growth of small tumors, or hidden cells called micrometastases. There is no proven link between women who have a genetic risk of cancer and HRT. But today doctors are erring on the side of caution and making a recommendation that women with a cancer risk avoid HRT.
However, there are a number of women who are comfortable with the risks and want to take HRT anyway. A close relationship with your doctor is important and a journal which can pinpoint exactly what is happening is a good idea. There is an evidence that a diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables will regulate the levels of estrogens in your system naturally. Macronutrients are not going to do any harm and there is a strong argument that they can ward off a cancer risk in their own right as well as regulating hormones. Another benefit is adequate exercise which does not mean going to a gym. A brisk walk that elevates the heart rate slightly for half an hour is just as beneficial as a gym membership. It is cardiovascular exercise and it reduces the risk of obesity, because the link between obesity and cancer is certainly there.
Unfortunately doctors are beginning to realize that women have a unique hormone profile. That means that the effect of hormone replacement therapy could work for your neighbor, but have no effect on you.
Recent medical studies have indicated that there is a link between HRT and breast cancer risk. Both natural and synthetic Estrogen and Progesterone can cause acceleration in the growth of breast tissue, and breast cancer can first appear in fast growing tissue. Some doctors believe that estrogen is broken down within the breast tissue, and the resultant compound can then bind to strands of DNA and cause breast cancer that way.
Unfortunately it is extremely difficult to isolate one cause of cancer and blame it on one specific thing because hereditary, diet and lifestyle all play a part At this time doctors think that there is a definite increased risk of breast cancer when ET and HT are used beyond five years, but other doctors feel that the risk is there period.
If you are a breast cancer survivor, then it may be that HRT can stimulate the growth of small tumors, or hidden cells called micrometastases. There is no proven link between women who have a genetic risk of cancer and HRT. But today doctors are erring on the side of caution and making a recommendation that women with a cancer risk avoid HRT.
However, there are a number of women who are comfortable with the risks and want to take HRT anyway. A close relationship with your doctor is important and a journal which can pinpoint exactly what is happening is a good idea. There is an evidence that a diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables will regulate the levels of estrogens in your system naturally. Macronutrients are not going to do any harm and there is a strong argument that they can ward off a cancer risk in their own right as well as regulating hormones. Another benefit is adequate exercise which does not mean going to a gym. A brisk walk that elevates the heart rate slightly for half an hour is just as beneficial as a gym membership. It is cardiovascular exercise and it reduces the risk of obesity, because the link between obesity and cancer is certainly there.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
What Does Melanoma Look Like? Nurse's Guide
If you have a skin mole, skin lesion or skin discoloration that's causing you some concern, you may have wondered or started worrying about possibly having malignant melanoma. You may be wondering what does melanoma look like and what are the stages, signs and symptoms? Melanomas usually have uneven borders and do not have the same shape all around. They can start out as a mole and turn into a melanoma, which is a malignant, meaning a cancerous lesion.
One of the big reasons to catch melanoma early is that it is not confined to the area on your skin where it's found and can spread fast. Many skin cancers are local only; they are not systemic, meaning they may not involve other parts of your body. But melanoma is different. It involves your whole body and your immune system so you want to catch it early.
Most moles don't change. If yours has changed or is changing, then make sure to look at the following.
Generally to recognize a melanoma you want to follow the ABCDE rule. A for asymmetry - not even on all sides, B for Borders, C for color, D for diameter and E for evolving.
First of all take a close look at the lesion or mole with a magnifying glass. Don't rely on your normal eyesight. Do the edges seem to be symmetrical - is it even on all sides? A normal mole is usually round or oval.
Are the borders smooth? Or are the edges uneven, ragged, blurred or notched? A normal mole has borders that are even.
Look at the coloring of your mole or lesion. Do you see any areas that have varied colors such as tinges of blue, red, white, tan, pink or gray? A normal mole is an even shade of brown. Or light brown or tan.
Size of the mole - more often than not a melanoma is larger than one quarter inch measured across or in diameter. Sometimes they can be smaller but most are more than one quarter inch. A normal mole will usually stay the same shape, size and diameter.
Evolving which is the newest term when recognizing malignant melanoma means that the lesion or mole has changed in its size, shape and or color over time. Usually a short period of time. Normal moles generally stay the same shape for years.
Make sure to check your body regularly for any signs of moles, lesions or malignant melanoma. Be sure to have someone check the areas of your body that you cannot see like your back.
So that's how to tell and what melanoma looks like. If you think your lesion or mole could be a cancerous mole or malignant melanoma or see any changes that just don't fit with a normal mole or any other of the signs and symptoms see your doctor as soon as possible. You don't want to wait. Melanoma is systemic - meaning throughout your body so you want to get checked out as soon as possible.
For more tips, secrets and info on moles, melanoma, skin tags, natural treatments for eczema, dermatitis and acne, see a nurse's website http://www.Best-Skin-Solutions.com for eczema, acne, pimples, and skin disorders for adults, teens and babies, including info on skin cancer,
One of the big reasons to catch melanoma early is that it is not confined to the area on your skin where it's found and can spread fast. Many skin cancers are local only; they are not systemic, meaning they may not involve other parts of your body. But melanoma is different. It involves your whole body and your immune system so you want to catch it early.
Most moles don't change. If yours has changed or is changing, then make sure to look at the following.
Generally to recognize a melanoma you want to follow the ABCDE rule. A for asymmetry - not even on all sides, B for Borders, C for color, D for diameter and E for evolving.
First of all take a close look at the lesion or mole with a magnifying glass. Don't rely on your normal eyesight. Do the edges seem to be symmetrical - is it even on all sides? A normal mole is usually round or oval.
Are the borders smooth? Or are the edges uneven, ragged, blurred or notched? A normal mole has borders that are even.
Look at the coloring of your mole or lesion. Do you see any areas that have varied colors such as tinges of blue, red, white, tan, pink or gray? A normal mole is an even shade of brown. Or light brown or tan.
Size of the mole - more often than not a melanoma is larger than one quarter inch measured across or in diameter. Sometimes they can be smaller but most are more than one quarter inch. A normal mole will usually stay the same shape, size and diameter.
Evolving which is the newest term when recognizing malignant melanoma means that the lesion or mole has changed in its size, shape and or color over time. Usually a short period of time. Normal moles generally stay the same shape for years.
Make sure to check your body regularly for any signs of moles, lesions or malignant melanoma. Be sure to have someone check the areas of your body that you cannot see like your back.
So that's how to tell and what melanoma looks like. If you think your lesion or mole could be a cancerous mole or malignant melanoma or see any changes that just don't fit with a normal mole or any other of the signs and symptoms see your doctor as soon as possible. You don't want to wait. Melanoma is systemic - meaning throughout your body so you want to get checked out as soon as possible.
For more tips, secrets and info on moles, melanoma, skin tags, natural treatments for eczema, dermatitis and acne, see a nurse's website http://www.Best-Skin-Solutions.com for eczema, acne, pimples, and skin disorders for adults, teens and babies, including info on skin cancer,
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