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Healthy Lifestyle Choices for Cancer Prevention

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Healthy lifestyle choices for cancer prevention
October 23, 2018

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Cancer has long plagued mankind and despite the fact that today, the options for diagnosis and cure are available readily, the situation can’t be said to have gotten any better given the toll that it takes. Cancer is caused due to malignant tumor cells invading the healthy cells and the result is mutation of cell mitochondria. This disease, if gone undetected, can rapidly spread to the larger tissue and to whole organs and can be totally fatal by an advanced stage. The treatment for cancer involves chemotherapy and radiation therapy and sometimes, even surgery may be required. The burden on the patient’s loved ones is immense as they suffer not just emotionally but financially as well.

However, scientific research has proven that this disease can be prevented by adopting a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. Here are some important tips on healthy lifestyle choices for cancer prevention:

  1. Avoiding consumption of tobacco and all kinds of substance abuse:

    2. Tobacco has long been associated with the increased risk of cancers of various types and smoking is considered to be a terrible addiction. Smokeless tobacco is even more dangerous as the concentrate of the toxic matter seeps in through the mouth and infects larger organs. Therefore, if you are a smoker, take due steps to quit and if you are a non-smoker, stay that way to stay healthy.

  2. Be conscious of your diet:

    3. Healthy eating is one of the primary lifestyle changes that you must adopt for prevention of cancer. Avoid eating fatty, excessively fried and heavy meals. The key is to consume as much fiber, proteins, vitamins and minerals as possible. This can be ensured by eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Include green leafy veggies in your diet plan and also lean protein like organic poultry, sea food rich in Omega 3 essential protein and fruits like avocado and apples. Consuming plenty of fresh water and fluids is equally essential.

  3. Maintain a healthy weight and exercise regularly:

    4. Nature designed our bodies for activity and regular exercise is highly essential for this. You don’t have to spend hours at the gym. Just an elaborate aerobic regimen for 3-4 days in a week should be enough to begin with. Early morning walks or light jogs are also recommended.

  4. Protect yourself from excessive sunlight: 

    5. Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and you must ensure that you stay protected. Wear eye protection, seasonal gloves and use sunscreen whenever you have to step out on an excessively bright sunny day. Also remember to avoid tanning beds and sunlamps for better protection.

  5. Practice yoga and de-stress yourself with meditation: 

    6. The link between emotional/mental stress and disease is a proven one today. In fact, chronic stress is one of the most common symptoms of a toxic personality. Regularly practice yoga and meditation for detoxification and de-stressing of the body and the mind. Yoga rejuvenates you and you naturally begin to follow a healthier lifestyle.

    It is always better to remain financially prepared for any kind of eventuality or occurrence. 

    One of the most key ways of doing so is by being insured. HDFC Life presents HDFC Life Cancer Care in India – a cancer specific policy that is formulated for financial security of your loved ones. This policy covers the entire course of treatment-right from the stage of diagnosis.

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