ALERT - MAMMOGRAM CAUSE CANCER

Here's some food for thought: Dr. Irwin Bross was director of biostatistics at Roswell Park Memorial Institute in Buffalo, New York. In the 1970s, Dr. Bross headed a project that studied the alarming increase in rates of leukemia. It was called the Tri-State Leukemia Study. His sample used tumor registries from 16 million people from New York, Maryland, and Minnesota. After checking factors as diverse as health history, occupational history, residential history, family background, cause of death for parents and grandparents, exposure to farm animals, pet ownership, whether or not the pets had ever been sick, Dr. Bross came to the conclusion that the main cause of the rising rates of leukemia was medical radiation in the form of diagnostic medical X-rays (Leslie Freeman, ed., Nuclear Witnesses: Insiders Speak Out, New York: Norton, 1982, p. 27).Dr. John Gofman, Professor Emeritus of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California at Berkeley, was wondering the same thing in the early 1990s. His research led him to write a 400-page book in which he estimates that "three-quarters of the current annual incidence of breast cancer in the United States is being caused by earlier ionizing radiation, primarily from medical sources." Astonishingly, this isn't even news. "[M]edical science," Gofman continues, "has known for 20 years that ionizing radiation is a prominent and proven cause of breast-cancer" (John Gofman, Preventing Breast Cancer, San Francisco: Committee for Nuclear Responsibility, 1995, p. 303).

Note the size of the study. It was no small sampling. Note the words "prominent and proven." Not surprisingly, Dr. Bross lost his funding from the National Cancer Institute when his study was published in the respected American Journal of Public Health. This despite the fact the Dr. Bross is an eminent researcher who has held prestigious positions at major medical centers including Roswell Park and John Hopkins. From Reclaiming our Health by John Robbins, p. 233-234(which also cites the above study): In the early 1960's, working for the Atomic Energy Commission, John Gofman established the Biomedical Research Division at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, for the purpose of evaluating the health effects of all types of nuclear activities. There, he came to the distressing conclusion that human exposure to ionizing radiation was far more serious than had been previously recognized. Dr. Gofman's work led to his 1995 book Preventing Breast Cancer, in which he came to a stunning conclusion: "Our estimate is that about three quarters of the current annual incidence of breast cancer in the United States is being caused by earlier ionizing radiation, primarily from medical sources." John Gofman does not underestimate the role played in cancer causation played by pesticides, hormone pills, fatty diets, and other environmental stressors. He states: "There is no inherent conflict or competition between carcinogens," because they multiply each other's carcinogenic effects. But he finds the medical use of radiation to be so crucial that it bears repeating: "An estimated 75 per cent of recent and current breat cancer cases would not have occurred as they did, in the absence of earlier medical[and other] irradiation." Although ionizing radiation, the type delivered by X-rays and radiotherapy, is one of the few environmental contaminants known unequivocally to cause many forms of cancer, it is routinely recommended for many cancer patients. This, despite the fact that,with few exceptions, there is no proven benefit to survival."

"Scientists agree that there is no safe dose of radiation. Cellular DNA in the breast is more easily damaged by very small doses of radiation than thyroid tissue or bone marrow; in fact, breast cells are second only to fetal tissues in sensitivity to radiation. And the younger the breast cells, the more easily their DNA is damaged by radiation. As an added risk, one percent of American women carry a hard-to-detect oncogene which is triggered by radiation; a single mammogram increases their risk of breast cancer by a factor of 4-6 times. "The usual dose of radiation during a mammographic x-ray is from 0.25 to1 rad with the very best equipment; that's 1-4 rads per screening mammogram (two views each of two breasts). And, according to Samuel Epstein, M.D., of the University of Chicago's School of Public Health, the dose can be ten times more than that . Sister Rosalie Bertell-one of the world's most respected authorities on the dangers of radiation-says one rad increases breast cancer risk one percent and is the equivalent of one year's natural aging. "If a woman has yearly mammograms from age 55 to age 75, she will receive a minimum of 20 rads of radiation. For comparison, women who survived the atomic bomb blasts in Hiroshima or Nagasaki absorbed 35 rads. Though one large dose of radiation can be more harmful than many small doses, it is important to remember that damage from radiation is cumulative."

In other words, it appears that the diagnostic X-rays being used to detect possible breast cancer are themselves a prime cause of breast cancer. And then they turn around and recommend even higher doses of radiation to treat the cancer. Insane!!! I'd recommend reading Reclaiming Our Health by John Robbins. He goes into the medical madness of the AMA and big drug companies but he also covers the alternative medical treatments of cancer very well...treatments that have a much higher rate of success than, say, chemeotherapy and radiation, which fail about 97% of the time and subject the patient to "medievel torture" as one doctor called it. Dr. Glenn Warner is a board certified oncologist and one of the most highly qualified cancer specialist in the Seattle area. He uses alternative treatments on his cancer patients with great success. He has over 1000 surviving cancer patients. On the treatment of cancer in this country he said:"We have a multi-billion dollar industry that is killing people, right and left, just for financial gain. Their idea of research is to see whether two doses of this poison is better than three doses of that poison." The Washington State Medical Board came after him and revoked his license without any proof of incompetence, misconduct or malpractice and without a single complaint from any of his patients. In fact, his patients raised over $300,000 for his legal battle to get his license back. What does that tell you about the priorities of our medical system and authorities?

Source : rense.com

The Powerful Vitamin-Like Coenzyme Q10 Is An Antioxidant

The  use of CoQ10 in heart disease has been  documented in trials.  CoQ10 deficiency is common in cardiac patients.  Biopsy results from heart tissue in patients with various cardiovascular diseases showed a CoQ10 deficiency in 50% to 75% of the cases 

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is naturally present in foods, and can be synthesized by the body from the amino acid tyrosine during a multistage (17 stages) process requiring eight vitamins and several trace elements.

One of the best-known effects of this compound is its antioxidant qualities as well as the control it exercises on the flow of oxygen within cells, assistance with cardiovascular functioning, the production of energy, its assistance with absorption of other nutrients as well as its immune boosting properties.

“The  use of CoQ10 in heart disease has been  documented in trials.  CoQ10 deficiency is common in cardiac patients.  Biopsy results from heart tissue in patients with various cardiovascular diseases showed a CoQ10 deficiency in 50% to 75% of the cases”

It has been found to be effective with a variety of health problems, and great promise has been shown in assisting with cancer treatment, protecting patients undergoing chemotherapy. Studies showed that patients taking 90 mg of this compound experienced less pain and increase in appetite and decreased metastases.

Studies using 300 -900 mg, reported partial or total remission. People who stay thin and slim, yet eat a lot have much higher levels of this compound in their blood, and it also assists with fuel efficiency within the cells, which also assists weight loss.

People suffering from periodontal disease may also be deficient in this compound, as it has a protective and strengthening action in all tissues. (This is why it is also beneficial to the heart muscle.)

Deficiency of Coenzyme Q10

When we are deficient of this compound in our system, our general health will start deteriorating and should levels drop 25% below the optimum levels, many diseases may start progressing, diseases like high blood pressure, heart attack, angina, immune depression, periodontal disease, lack of energy and weight gain.

People suffering from congestive heart failure and taking coenzyme Q10 should NOT stop taking it suddenly since sudden withdrawal may intensify the symptoms of congestive heart failure.

Dosage

The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind.

No recommendation has been set.

Toxicity and symptoms of high intake

Toxicity and side effects are not known, but pregnant or breast-feeding mothers should not take it in supplement form.

In extreme dosages, such as 600 - 1200 mg per day headaches, heartburn, fatigue, diarrhea and skin reactions have been reported.

Best used with

Since the compounds are fat soluble, it is best to take it with dietary fat present.

When more may be required

Should the liver perform under par, it cannot manufacture Q10 from the other Q coenzymes, and this production also diminish with age.

People suffering from angina, HIV, male infertility, diabetes, periodontal disease, high blood pressure, cancer and receiving chemotherapy could benefit from an increase in CoQ10.

Food sources of Coenzyme Q10

Good sources are found in beef, soy, mackerel, sardines, spinach, peanuts, soybeans and vegetable oil.

Note :

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an antioxidant. This powerful vitamin-like substance is  essential to converting fats and sugars into energy in the body. C0Q10 is found in every plant and animal cell, and is concentrated in the human heart. CoQ10 is the second most important nutrient in the cardiovascular system after Nitric Oxide and research suggests that at least three out of four cardiovascular patients suffer from CoQ10 deficiency. When the body is deficient of CoQ10, metabolic function is impaired. This leads to tissues such as the heart, brain, and kidneys to suffer damage.

Benefits of CoQ10

~  Energy Enhancement:

CoQ10 enhances energy levels by assisting in the conversion of carbohydrates and fats to energy.

Improved Muscle Condition: 

CoQ10 helps prevent damage to muscles during exercise and increases stamina.

Better Athletic Performance: 

Studies of CoQ10 supplementation in sedentary individuals and athletes have shown improvement in physical function.

Cardiac Health: 

CoQ10 has been shown in many studies to significantly enhance the heart’s ability to pump blood.

Heart of the Matter

Science is finding that CoQ10 benefits a growing set of health concerns from cancer and diabetes to immune deficiency and the effects of aging. The single greatest benefit, though, is the promotion of a better functioning heart. CoQ10 can actually reverse or prevent the degeneration of the heart which often occurs in cardiovascular disease as a result of inflammation and free radical damage. Coenzyme Q10 provides optimal nutrition at the cellular level. It also acts as an antioxidant to prevent damage to healthy heart cells.

Statin Drug Connection

Many individuals are prescribed statin drugs which are designed to lower cholesterol levels. While there are natural alternatives to statin medications (such as Red Yeast Rice), it is important to follow the advice of your physician and, if necessary, follow a statin drug regimen. Of critical importance when taking a statin medication is CoQ10 levels. Statins deplete the body of CoQ10 which can negate any positive effects that the prescription offers. Anyone who takes a statin drug absolutely must supplement with CoQ10.

Recommended Dosage

Antioxidant support for optimal health: 200mg per day

Cardiovascular dysfunction: 400mg per day

Athletic Supplementation: 400-800mg per day

Ginger's antimicrobial helps to fight cancer

Ginger packs a powerful health kick, from immune system issues to circulation problems to diseases of the lungs, ginger can assist with problems and cure others.

The immune system does well on its own, but without the aid of foods put into the body, it would be useless. Vitamins and minerals are vital to assist and create white blood cells in order to fight off diseases. A series of vegetables including garlic, carrots, tumeric, and ginger were studied for their antimicrobial abilities. 

Ginger was found to be the most effective with more powerful antimicrobials. These kill bacteria within the body, including salmonella. The effects can be gained through topical and internal use. It also has anti-inflammatory properties due to the gingerols contained. 

Gingerols are believed to relieve pain in arthritis patience, increasing their mobility. Studies showed 100% patients feeling muscle relief and %75 feeling arthritis relief after taking ginger. 

Ginger's abilities extent to cancer prevention, as well, as it induces programmed cell death and self digestion in ovarian cancer cells. With the aid of ginger and it's antimicrobial abilities, one can fight bacteria, arthritis, and cancer.

Poor circulation tends to come from static lifestyles, alcohol and caffeine consumption, poor eating habits, and drug intake; some of these are controllable for some, and others find it a more pressing matter. Lack of circulation can be remedied with proper diet and exercise, part of which could be an increased intake of ginger. Ginger stimulates the tissue and restores energy to the body by getting oxygen to the small capillaries that seldom receive blood flow. Better circulation creates a wakeful feeling and an overall better health.

Victims of lung diseases may benefit from ginger as well, particularly those living with asthma. The ginger expels excess mucus and dust from the lungs, preventing an irritation before the irritants can cause problems and preventing the inflammation that would in turn cause an asthma attack. It destroys other pollutants as well, including smoke, tobacco, and perfumes. Its prevention of phlegm and nausea makes it a plausible tool for those with colds and bronchitis as well.

No matter where in the body a problem occurs, it's normally a problem arising from some sort of deficiency or a problem easily aided by a super food. Ginger can cure and prevent problems with the immune system, circulation, and lungs, protecting the main bodily functions that are needed for a happy, healthy life.

Ginger remedies is one of the very popular remedies from ancient times until now.

Ginger is within the (United States Food and Drug Administration) FDA list of meals “generally recognized as secure (GRAS)” and can be utilized as many times as you like.

~  Ginger is sweet drugs for your digestive system and may truly assist to cure diarrhea and gallstones

~  Ginger ale and ginger beer are utilized in many nations as a abdomen settler. (On the Greek island of 

    Corfu, they’ve their own ginger beer known as tsitsibira).

~  It is also believed to lower LDL cholesterol and cut back the ache of arthritis. 

~  In case you get seasick, carsick or have any morning sickness during your being pregnant, ginger 

    remedies is a secure drug, and even perhaps safer than prescription drugs.

~  Ginger tea is used in people drugs as a remedy for colds.

Ginger remedies for Weight Loss

An effective way to get more ginger into your weight loss program is to drink ginger tea. Simply take 4-5 slices of ginger and steep in boiling water. You can also add lemon slices. It is a a natural way without chemical additives, and very beneficial for health in the long term. 

Ginger helps in expanding the blood vessels that increases body heat and make it burn more fat.

Ginger stimulates circulation and helps detoxify and make our body less water retention. 

Note  1 : 

From General Knowledge Facebook : 10 HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER

1.Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Ginger may be powerful weapon in the treatment of ovarian cancer. A study conducted at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center found that ginger powder induces cell death in all ovarian cancer cells to which it was applied.

2.Colon Cancer Prevention

A study at the University of Minnesota found that ginger may slow the growth of colorectal cancer cells.

3.Morning Sickness

A review of several studies has concluded that ginger is just as effective as vitamin B6 in the treatment of morning sickness.

4.Motion Sickness Remedy

Ginger has been shown to be an effective remedy for the nausea associated with motion sickness.

5.Reduces Pain and Inflammation

One study showed that ginger has anti-inflammato ry properties and is a powerful natural painkiller.

6.Heartburn Relief

Ginger has long been used as a natural heartburn remedy. It is most often taken in the form of tea for this purpose.

7.Cold and Flu Prevention and Treatment Ginger has long been used as a naturaltreatment for colds and the flu. Many people also find ginger to be helpful in the case of stomach flus or food poisoning, which is not surprising given the positive effects ginger has upon the digestive tract.

8.Migraine Relief

Research has shown that ginger may provide migraine relief due to its ability to stop prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in blood vessels.

9.Menstrual Cramp Relief

In Chinese medicine, ginger tea with brown sugar is used in the treatment of menstrual cramps.

10.Prevention of Diabetic Nephropathy

A study done on diabetic rats found that those rats given ginger had a reduced incidence of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage).

WAR AGAINST CANCER

1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.

2. Cancer cells occur between 6 to more than 10 times in a person's lifetime.

3. When the person's immune system is strong the cancer cells will be destroyed and prevented from multiplying and forming tumors.

4. When a person has cancer it indicates the person has multiple nutritional deficiencies. These could be due to genetic, environmental, food and lifestyle factors.

5. To overcome the multiple nutritional deficiencies, changing diet and including supplements will strengthen the immune system.

6. Chemotherapy involves poisoning the rapidly-growing cancer cells and also destroys rapidly-growing healthy cells in the bone marrow, gastro-intestinal tract etc, and can cause organ damage, like liver, kidneys, heart, lungs etc.

7. Radiation while destroying cancer cells also burns, scars and damages healthy cells, tissues and organs. 

8. Initial treatment with chemotherapy and radiation will often reduce tumor size. However prolonged use of chemotherapy and radiation do not result in more tumor destruction.

9. When the body has too much toxic burden from chemotherapy and radiation the immune system is either compromised or destroyed, hence the person can succumb to various kinds of infections and complications.

10. Chemotherapy and radiation can cause cancer cells to mutate and become resistant and difficult to destroy. Surgery can also cause cancer cells to spread to other sites.

11. An effective way to battle cancer is to STARVE the cancer cells by not feeding it with foods it needs to multiple.

What cancer cells feed on: 

a. Sugar is a cancer-feeder.

By cutting off sugar it cuts off one important food supply to the cancer cells. Note: Sugar substitutes like NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonful, etc are made with Aspartame and it is harmful. A better natural substitute would be Manuka honey or molasses but only in very small amounts. Table salt has a chemical added to make it white in colour. Better alternative is Bragg's aminos or sea salt.

b. Milk causes the body to produce mucus, especially in the gastro-intestinal tract. Cancer feeds on mucus. By cutting off milk and substituting with unsweetened soy milk, cancer cells will starved.

c. Cancer cells thrive in an acid environment.

~  A meat-based diet is acidic and it is best to eat fish, and a little chicken rather than beef or pork.

~  Meat also contains livestock antibiotics, growth hormones and parasites, which are all harmful, especially to people with cancer.

~  Meat protein is difficult to digest and requires a lot of digestive enzymes. Undigested meat remaining in the intestines will become putrified and leads to more toxic buildup.

~  Cancer cell walls have a tough protein covering. By refraining from or eating less meat it frees more enzymes to attack the protein walls of cancer cells and allows the body's killer cells to destroy the cancer cells.

d. A diet made of 80% fresh vegetables and juice, whole grains, seeds, nuts and a little fruits help put the body into an alkaline environment. 

About 20% can be from cooked food including beans. Fresh vegetable juices provide live enzymes that are easily absorbed and reach down to cellular levels within 15 minutes t o nourish and enhance growth of healthy cells.

To obtain live enzymes for building healthy cells try and drink fresh vegetable juice (most vegetables including bean sprouts) and eat some raw vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. Enzymes are destroyed at temperatures of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).

e. Avoid coffee, tea, and chocolate, which have high caffeine.

Green tea is a better alternative and has cancer-fighting properties. Water--best to drink purified water, or filtered, to avoid known toxins and heavy metals in tap water. Distilled water is acidic, avoid it.

12. Some supplements build up the immune system (IP6, Flor-ssence, Essiac, anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals, EFAs etc.) to enable the body's own killer cells to destroy cancer cells.

Other supplements like vitamin E are known to cause apoptosis, or programmed cell death, the body's normal method of disposing of damaged, unwanted, or unneeded cells.

13. Cancer is a disease of the mind, body, and spirit. A proactive and positive spirit will help the cancer warrior be a survivor.

Anger, unforgiving and bitterness put the body into a stressful and acidic environment. Learn to have a loving and forgiving spirit. Learn to relax and enjoy life.

14. Cancer cells cannot thrive in an oxygenated environment. Exercising daily, and deep breathing help to get more oxygen down to the cellular level. Oxygen therapy is another means employed to destroy cancer cells.

We should focus on preventing cancer

Lifestyle choices people make and that society can influence in a number of ways, from tobacco use to diet and exercise, play a significant role in causing cancer, as it was published in The Times of India.

Specifically, the researchers cite data demonstrating that smoking alone is responsible for a third of all cancer cases in the United States. 

Excess body weight and obesity account for another 20 per cent.

However, beyond individual habits, the structure of society itself – from medical research funding to building design and food subsidies – influences the extent of the cancer burden and need tp be changed to reduce it. 

The obstacles to implementing broad cancer prevention strategies are skepticism that cancer can be prevented, short-term focus of cancer research, intervening too late in life to prevent cancer, research focussing on treatment, not prevention and many others.

One example is the relatively quick elimination of unhealthy trans fats from the national diet. And the National Cancer Institute (NCI) has reported that lung cancer rates are declining in both men and women, supporting the benefits of tighter tobacco control policy.

If we want to change health, we need to change policy. Stricter tobacco policy is a good example. But we can’t make policy change on our own. We can tell the story, but it requires a critical mass of people to talk more forcefully about the need for change.

Vaccine could cure more than 90% percent of cancers

The vaccine targets a molecule present in 90 percent of all cancers and it is the first time that is tested in humans.

The results of the study in patients with cancer of the blood, found to have a greater immunity to the disease after receiving the vaccine. Three of the seven patients who completed treatment are now free of the disease.

The therapeutic vaccine is designed to be administered to patients to help their bodies fight most cancers, is also aimed to preventing the disease.

Researchers believe the vaccine could also deal with breast, prostate, pancreas, bowel and ovarian cancer.

Even tumors resistant to treatments with the best drugs on the market, including Herceptin ‘wonder drug’ for breast cancer, may be susceptible to the vaccine.

If all goes well, the vaccine called ‘ImMucin’ could be on the market in 2020.

Instead of attacking cancer cells, like many drugs, new treatment harnesses the power of the immune system to fight tumors.

A New Study Discover Sucralose Causes Cancer

A new study discover that mice have a higher risk of developing cancer after eating the popular British-made low-calorie artificial sweetener sucralose. According to post-mortems, the more sucralose male mice consumed, the higher was their likelihood of developing leukemia.

Hundreds of millions of people all around the world consume artificial sweeteners, which can be found in a large variety of foods and drinks, including soft drinks, cakes and foods for diabetics, as well as medicines. The increasing problem of obesity in developed countries, which started in the 70's in Europe and the U.S., has led to increasing demands for reduced-calorie foods and drinks. However, the expansion of the artificial sweetener market has also led to rising concerns amongst consumers in terms of safety and potential long-term health effects, especially with regard to the potential cancer risks.

Major consumers, especially children and pregnant women are advice to avoid consuming artificial sweeteners whenever possible until appropriate studies provide sufficient evidence that rodents are no longer underlying the risk of cancer, and that the risk of cancer in humans, due to artificial sweeteners, has therefore been eliminated. 

High Dose Of Essential Supplements May Increase Cancer Risk

Beta-carotene, selenium and folic acid,  are essential and we need them (in a certain balance), but if taken at much higher levels as some supplement manufacturers suggest, these three supplements have now been proven to increase the risk of developing a host of cancers.

We have a window into less than half of the biology of what these nutrients, that we call an antioxidant or an essential mineral, are doing. True biology turns out to be more complex than that. The effects of these supplements are certainly not limited to the label we give them. Sometimes the unintended effects include increased cancer risk.

5 Fast-Moving Cancers: Biggest Risks and Best Solutions

Five of the fastest-moving cancers include pancreatic, brain, esophageal, liver and skin. Dr. Oz reviews the biggest risks and best solutions associated with these deadly diseases so you can stop them in their tracks before they stop you.
Added to Articles on Mon 09/19/2011
Some cancers move slowly through your body, giving you time to catch them. But others move like a freight train – and wham. By the time you notice their warning signs, it’s too late.

How can you protect yourself against such deadly calamities? First, early detection is critical. Knowing exactly what your risks are will help guide early detection and arm you with the best solutions for prevention.

Start with this life-saving information on five of the fastest-moving cancers: pancreatic, brain, esophageal, liver and skin.

1. Pancreatic Cancer: The Cancer You’re Most Likely to Miss

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest. Of the approximately 44,000 people diagnosed each year, 38,000 will die. Part of the problem with detection involves where the pancreas is located – hidden deep in the back of the abdomen. Too often, by the time the tumor is located, the cancer has spread beyond the initial site, making it more difficult to treat.

Warning Signs


Abdominal or back pain
Unexplained weight loss
Digestive problems
Light-colored stools
Jaundice

Pancreatic Cancer Risk Factors

Risk #1: Two or More Family Members Diagnosed With Pancreatic, Breast, Colon or Ovarian Cancer
Family history is an important risk factor since up to 10% of pancreatic cancers are inherited. Some genes associated with breast, colon and ovarian cancer, such as the BRCA2, may also put you at higher risk. If you have family members with a history of these diseases, particularly if they were diagnosed under the age of 50, consult your doctor, who may recommend seeing a genetic counselor.


Risk #2: Drinking More Than 1 Alcoholic Beverage a Day or More Than 2 Sodas Per Week
Chronic alcohol consumption – more than one drink a day for women and more than two drinks a day for men over an extended period of time – increases inflammation and can cause pancreatitis, which can lead to genetic damage of cells. Studies also show that people who drink two or more soft drinks per week also have an increased risk.

Risk #3: Type-2 Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not adequately produce or use insulin, a hormone normally made by the pancreas. Insulin helps the body utilize glucose (sugar), allowing glucose to enter cells and be used for energy. With diabetes, you see abnormal growth of insulin, which can lead to abnormal cell growth. Additionally, in people with diabetes, the glucose remains in the blood, resulting in high blood glucose levels, which can cause cell damage and long-term complications. Research shows that diabetes can either be a risk factor or symptom of pancreatic cancer. Most of the risk is found in people with type-2 diabetes; this type of diabetes most often starts in adulthood. If you have diabetes and you’re also at high risk for pancreatic cancer in terms of family history, inform your doctor who may want to do some blood or genetic testing.

Pancreatic Cancer Prevention Solutions

Solution #1: Reduce Fatty Red Meats and Processed Meats
Those who eat large amounts of red meat, processed meats and also meats cooked at a high temperature are believed to be more prone to pancreatic cancer. Reduce your intake of these foods high in saturated fat and nitrates.

Solution #2: Add 2 Servings of Red and Yellow Vegetables
As a general rule for cancer prevention, eat five servings of vegetables per day. Red and yellow vegetables – yams, tomatoes, squash, red and yellow peppers – are exceptional choices since they contain protective antioxidant-rich flavonoids and lycopene.

Solution #3: Curcumin (750mg/Twice a Day)
A naturally occurring substance found in turmeric, curcumin has been shown to inhibit the growth of pancreatic cancer cells and even prevent pancreatic cancer entirely in laboratory animals. New research shows that taking 750mg of this supplement daily can help stop the growth of pancreatic cancer.

Brain Cancer: Is Your Headache a Warning Sign?

Approximately 50% of patients who have brain tumors report headaches. Bear in mind that headaches are very common and brain cancer is very uncommon. It’s only very specific types of chronic headaches – those that wake you up in the middle of the night or in the morning – that may indicate a brain tumor and should be brought immediately to your doctor’s attention. 

Additional Warning Signs

Nausea

Vomiting

Blurred vision

Balance problems

Tingling in the arms or legs

Personality or behavior changes

Seizures

Drowsiness

Brain Cancer Risk Factors

Risk #1: You’re Over 50 Years Old

Brain cancer occurs most frequently between the ages of 55 and 65. If you fall within this age range, be aware if you experience symptoms tied to brain tumors.

Risk #2: Three or More CAT Scans to Head/Neck Area

In general, a CAT scan releases ionizing radiation, which can be damaging. What’s more, data suggests that one-third of all CAT scans carried out in the United States are unnecessary. The research linking three or more CAT scans of the head or neck area to brain cancer was found in people who had a family history of this disease. Be a smart patient if you are in a situation where a CAT scan is recommended and discuss alternative tests, such as an MRI. 

Risk #3: Heavy Cell-Phone Use

The link between heavy cell-phone use and brain cancer is a highly debated issue. However, bear in mind that cell-phone use is still in its early stages, and the data on its dangers is currently inconclusive. However, it’s still wise to follow the precautionary measures listed below. 

Brain Cancer Prevention Solutions

Solution #1: Use an Earpiece With Your Cell Phone

As a precaution, limit radiation exposure from your cell phone by using an earpiece. Or use the speakerphone function. Encourage your family members, especially children and teenagers, to do the same.

Solution #2: Keep a Headache Diary 

If you’re concerned your headaches could be something more serious, keep a diary for two weeks. Include details such a when, where and what time you had headaches and to what severity. Are they like migraines or other types of headaches you’ve experienced before? Then see your doctor to review its contents.

Solution #3: Eliminate Cooked Ham, Processed Pork and Fried Bacon

Meat products such as cooked ham, processed pork and fried bacon contain a lot of nitrates, which may be connected to brain cancer and other cancers as well.

Esophageal Cancer: Could That Lump in Your Throat Be Deadly?

A lump in your throat that doesn’t go away could be a sign of esophageal cancer. Depending on its location, you may not even feel it, so it’s important to also look for other symptoms.

Other Warning Signs

Difficulty swallowing

Chest pain

Weight loss

Hiccups

Pneumonia

Esophageal Cancer Risk Factors

Risk #1: Eating a High-Acid Diet

These six substances may be associated with esophageal cancer and should therefore be consumed in moderation:

Alcohol

Chocolate

Caffeine

Breath mints

Raw tomato

Raw garlic

Risk #2: Smoking

Smoking is not only deadly for your lungs but also for your esophagus. First, nicotine loosens the muscle that separates the stomach from the esophagus and elevates acid production in the esophagus. And of course, nicotine is carcinogenic. 

Risk #3: Barrett’s Esophagus

Barrett’s Esophagus is the result of consistent acid reflux, a condition where the delicate tissue lining of the esophagus is eventually replaced by tissue that is similar to the lining of the intestine. This change in tissue cells can lead to cancer.

Esophageal Cancer Prevention Solutions

Solution #1: Wait 3 Full Hours After Dinner Before Going to Sleep

It takes three full hours for your food to digest. This is not an issue during the day, but can pose a problem at night since lying down can cause and increase reflux, which damages the esophagus. Always wait three full hours after your last meal before going to sleep.

Solution #2: Treat Heartburn With Acid-Blocking Medication

If you suffer from heartburn, PPI (proton pump inhibitors) and H2 blocker (acid antihistamine medication) over-the-counter medications can help this condition from developing into something worse and damaging your esophagus. However, these medications can affect how calcium is absorbed, which you need for bone strength. Talk to your doctor about what treatment is best for you.  

Solution #3: Get a Nasal Esophagoscopy

Anyone over 50 suffering from long-term heartburn, throat-burn, coughing or hoarseness should get a nasal esophagoscopy. This easy screening procedure involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera at the end of it down the esophagus and requires no sedation. 

Liver Cancer: Could Your Favorite Foods Be Causing Liver Cancer?

Liver cancer rates as one of the scariest cancer diagnoses, with a dismal five-year patient survival rate of only 10%. Most patients don’t pick up on symptoms until liver cancer is in very late stages. 

Warning Signs

Fatigue

Anemia

Upper abdomen or right shoulder pain

Jaundice

Unintended weight loss

Loss of appetite

Feeling very full after a small meal

Nausea

Vomiting

Liver Cancer Risk Factors 

Risk #1: Apple-shaped Body Type

Obesity in general is a major risk factor for liver cancer. An apple-shaped body marked by visceral fat – fatty tissue around the abdomen – is associated with risk factors such as diabetes and fatty liver disease. This type of obesity also causes metabolic syndrome that can lead to liver cancer and a host of other diseases. Avoid excess visceral fat by maintaining a waist size that measures half your height. See Solution #1.

Risk Factor #2: Chronic Alcohol Consumption

Excessive drinking on a regular basis can lead to cirrhosis. A liver plagued by cirrhosis creates a ticking bomb for liver cancer. As the liver tries to repair inflamed tissue by regenerating and repairing, a cancer-producing mutation can occur. If you are going to drink, choose red wine which contains antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation in the liver.

Liver Cancer Prevention Solutions

Solution #1: Eliminate Added Sugars

Food with added sugars increases your risk for developing obesity and diabetes, thus increasing your risk for fatty liver, cirrhosis and liver cancer. To keep your liver healthy, check ingredient labels for hidden sugars such as high fructose corn syrup. 

Solution #2: Hepatitis B Vaccine

Chronic hepatitis is the most common cause of liver cancer. If you get tattooed, have unprotected sex or have blood transfusions, you can be exposed to hepatitis B. Today, children are vaccinated for hepatitis B, but if you are in your 40s, it’s very likely you have never received this vaccine. If you partake in high-risk behaviors, ask your doctor about being vaccinated. You can be screened for liver cancer with blood and ultrasound testing. 

Melanoma: The 10-Second Skin Cancer Test That Can Save Your Life

This year, nearly 70,000 Americans will be diagnosed with melanoma, the most dangerous skin cancer. To ward off this deadly disease, early detection is critical. 

Warning Signs

Irregular moles, growths and patches

Skin Cancer Risk Factors

Risk #1: You Have Light Hair and Eye Color

If you have light hair and eye color, that means you don’t have as much melanin, or pigment, as darker-skinned people; the more melanin you have, the greater the skin’s defensive reaction to damaging UV rays. Still, people with darker skin/hair color are not immune to skin cancer.

Risk #2: You Had 1 or More Severe Sunburns as a Child

Sunburns are a result of skin cells going into shock; this signals your body to overproduce cells, which can cause malignancies. Be sure to use an ample amount of sunscreen – apply at least a shot-glass-amount of SPF 30 every 1-2 hours.

Skin Cancer Prevention Solutions

Dr. Oz’s 10-Second Skin Cancer Test

You’ll need a number 2 pencil with an unused eraser. Check your most obvious moles against the eraser head by using this ABCDE guide:

A: Is it asymmetrical? (The eraser head is symmetrical and the mole should be too.)

B: Is the border as clearly defined?

C: What color is it? Color should be brown or black and consistent.

D: Diameter should be no larger than the eraser.

E: Pay attention to its evolution. Make it a habit to check your birthday suit on your birthday, including nails, scalp and toes. 

If you’re concerned about a mole after trying this test, take a picture of it. Put a ruler up next to it when you take the picture. Then place the picture on your calendar and measure it again every month to see if it’s changing. If so, see your dermatologist immediately.