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Cancer Can Be Prevented by Avoiding CarcinogensBY: Ritu Choudhary | Category: Cancer Prevention | Submitted: 2010-07-18 19:26:23
There are many cancer causing agents referred as carcinogens, if consumed in heavy amount may cause cancer after certain period. So be aware of these carcinogens and prevent cancer. Here different types of carcinogens are mentioned in this article. First and foremost the chemical carcinogens, benzoprene found in coal tar and smoke a cigarette or cigar. Then come petroleum, pesticides that contain nitrites which convert into nitrosamines in the body, and finally some natural carcinogens such as aflatoxin found in corn and peanuts. All of these chemical carcinogens are responsible for at least 70% of cancers. Ionizing radiation primarily the sun's ultraviolet rays, contributes almost all skin cancers. X-rays and gamma rays cause leukemia, lymphoma and cancers of the thyroid or bone. The nuclear radiations are of course a high risk factor. Radon gas, a natural byproduct of radium and uranium contaminates many dwellings. Infections contribute to 10% of cancers. A virus called HTLV-I is the direct cause of lymphoma. HTLV-2 is responsible for certain king of leukemias. The Epstein-Barr virus appears to promote the Burkitt's lymphoma virus; herpes and HPV are implicated in cancer of the cervix. Liver cancer is often a consequence of infection by the hepatitis virus. And the bacteria directly helicobacter pylori causes cancers of the stomach. Diets too rich in fats are strongly associated with cancers of the colon and prostate. Pesticides and other poisons that invade the food are also a major risk: So eating organic food is certainly a smart preventive strategy. In large measure, it is possible to act individually to reduce risk factors. You can also change your diet and use supplements to make your service an army of specialists in the fight against the mutant cells. The immune cells are an army at full strength, with its many specialties, and malignant cells are one of the targets they have the ability and desire to destroy. The natural killer cells, sometimes also called granulocytes, are filled with granules which themselves contain a variety of chemicals capable of destroying malignant cells. In fact, even among the healthy person, malignant cells are formed every day and eliminate the killer cells, because our immune system is programmed to remove the cancer. You can boost your immune system naturally with a bit of exercise, avoiding stress and taking your daily multivitamin. Several studies show that low levels of vitamins depress the immune system and increase the risk of cancer. The mineral zinc is particularly important because only an adequate intake of zinc can prevent the thymus from atrophying. Zinc supplementation stimulates the thymus and increase the number of T lymphocytes. The mineral selenium also plays a vital role in building strong immune system. Study showed that 200 mcg of selenium per day can increase by 118% white blood cells and ability to eliminate cancer cells while increasing the activity of natural killer cells of 82.3% . There are also other more specific nutrients that are likely to stimulate an immune system. The liver is the organ responsible for detoxification. it possesses an enzyme system that specializes in the removal of carcinogens. Liver Detoxification implements a family of enzymes called cytochrome P450s, whose role is to break the chemical bonds that attach to each other toxins. The two main detoxifying enzymes are glucuronic acid and glutathione. Glutathione is the most abundant antioxidant in the human body. It is also considered as the weapon against advanced carcinogens. Several other nutrients stimulate the detoxification process, D-limonene, is perhaps the most powerful detoxification promoter. Broccoli and other vegetables cruciferous contain are the good examples that activate detoxification. The green tea and curcumin act directly on genes that are coded to promote enzyme activity. Selenium is an important cofactor of glutathione and interacts with an enzyme, glutathione peroxidase, which increases its antioxidant effectiveness Article Source: http://www.cancer-surgery.com/ About Author / Additional Info: I am not a cancer doctor. Always consult your doctor before taking any action or conclusion regarding your medical condition. Comments on this article: (0 comments so far)
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