15 Lifestyle Changes to Help Prevent Cancer

Photo by Andrey_Popov from Shutterstock

3. Stand more and sit less

Are you sitting while reading this article? That’s bad news. According to a recent study, people who tend to spend most of their time sitting are actually at a 24 percent greater risk of developing endometrial and colon cancer than those who spend fewer hours sitting.

Another study pointed out that those who stay many hours in front of the TV have a 54 percent greater risk of developing colon cancer than those who spend less time in front of a screen. If your job comes with a desk and a chair, at least get up a couple of times during the day and go for a five-minute walk.

Pages: 123456789101112

PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 12 NEXT

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

READ NEXT

Are You Dealing With These Symptoms of Ketosis?

A.C. December 13, 2018

Digestive issues A ketogenic diet generally involves a major change in the types of foods you eat. Digestive issues such as constipation and diarrhea are common side effects in the

7 Alarming Signs You’re Not Drinking Enough Water

A.S. July 9, 2017

Cramps If your body doesn’t have enough water, it can’t carry other important things like minerals and vitamins elsewhere in our body. If that happens, your muscles will start to

6 Healthy Habits to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

A.C. January 8, 2018

Get your blood sugar tested About 8 million people in the United States have diabetes and about 77 million have prediabetes, but they don’t know it. So, maybe it’s time

9 Delivery Services That Bring Food Right to Your Door

A.C. March 20, 2020

Instacart The Instacart app serves as a service for 25,000 grocery stores—half of America’s markets, according to the company. However, Instacart announced that “based on the current surge in demand,

10 Skin Symptoms That Can Reveal Major Health Issues

A.C. August 18, 2018

Darkened skin If your skin has become dark and feels almost velvety, it’s important to see your doctor right away. This could be a sign of acanthosis nigricans, a diabetes-related

This Inspiring Story Proves That Anyone Can Lose Weight Easily

A.C. October 26, 2017

We all want to reach our goals in life and some stories inspire us to make them. So, fake it ‘til you make it! “I wanted to live a healthier

6 Common Types of Bumps on Your Skin

A.C. July 12, 2019

Although your skin may be home to all kinds of bumps, bites, and scratches – many of which can be harmless – there are some worth keeping an eye on

6 Essential Amazon Health Gadgets to Put Under Your Xmas Tree

A.C. December 3, 2020

The most common health concerns facing our country are diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Millions of Americans are struggling with at least one health condition as we speak. In fact,

9 Reasons Why You’re Bruising Easily

A.C. May 13, 2019

Scratching your head over bruises you don’t remember getting? Maybe you find yourself wondering, Why do I bruise so easily? Bruising occurs when blood vessels burst and leak blood under

11 Symptoms of Leukemia Most People Tend to Ignore

A.C. May 5, 2021

Excessive or spontaneous bruising While all of us spot a bruise or two from time to time on the skin, in most cases, they have a clear root cause, like

5 Strange Reasons You Can’t Sleep

A.C. June 19, 2019

Sometimes the reason you’re tossing and turning at night is clear. Maybe you’re leading a huge meeting the next morning, or you ate a huge meal way too close to

These 20 Strange Symptoms Can Signal a Serious Disease

A.C. October 24, 2019

Your big toe is swollen You don’t remember stubbing it—and it’s not like you’d forget. You could be looking at an early symptom of gout, which is not only painful

12 Ways To Break Your Children’s Addiction To Their Phones

M. C. July 13, 2021

Set an example We cannot emphasize this enough, but children imitate the behavior of their loved one. Monkey see monkey do. There is a possibility for you to be the

How Much Coffee Is Too Much?

A.C. October 19, 2020

3. Your heart can’t be slowed If your heart competes in a dog race, maybe it’s because you just drank way too much coffee. Heart palpitations can occur due to

8 Reasons Why Your Stomachache Is a Major Concern

A.C. December 16, 2019

GERD GERD is typically caused by a weak valve that separates the stomach from the esophagus, which allows food and acid from the stomach to splash upwards. Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Early Symptoms of Alzheimer’s You Shouldn’t Ignore

A.C. October 2, 2018

Poor judgment People with Alzheimer’s may experience changes in judgment or decision-making. For example, they may use poor judgment when dealing with money, giving large amounts to telemarketers. They may

RELATED POSTS

5 Surprising Reasons Why You Can’t Lose Weight

5 Supplements That Will Lower Your Blood Pressure

8 Foods To Avoid If You Have A Gluten Intolerance

10 Lifestyle Changes for Autoimmune Disease

10 Signs You Might Have an Autoimmune Disease

10 Foods That Will Guarantee Healthy Aging

5 Surprising Reasons Why You Can’t Lose Weight

5 Supplements That Will Lower Your Blood Pressure

8 Foods To Avoid If You Have A Gluten Intolerance

10 Lifestyle Changes for Autoimmune Disease

10 Signs You Might Have an Autoimmune Disease

10 Foods That Will Guarantee Healthy Aging

© 2024 All rights reserved

Powered by Inedit Agency