Each year, nearly 20,000 people are diagnosed with brain cancer in the United States, report health officials at the National Cancer Institute. This condition, which is also known as primary brain cancer, is caused by the development of cancerous...
Understanding risk factors for colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer, is an important step toward prevention. Individuals who are at highest risk can take preventive measures through diet and lifestyle changes. The National Cancer Institute...
Bone cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the bone. According to the MD Anderson Cancer Center, some bone cancers like Ewing's sarcoma and osteosarcoma are more likely to develop among children, whereas adults are more likely to develop...
Kidney cancer, also known as renal cancer, is a condition in which kidney cells grow rapidly and fuse together to form a malignant tumor, the University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center reports. There are two main types of kidney cancer:...
Colorectal cancer is a condition that commonly affects people over the age of 50, though it can manifest earlier than that in some patients. Colorectal cancer is the result of genetic mutations accumulating in the cells of the colon or rectum....
B-12 is a unique vitamin. It is in a class of molecules known as cobalamins because of its content of cobalt. Vitamin B-12 is responsible for normal functioning of cellular and DNA synthesis and reproduction. It also aids the action of another B...
You might have heard recently that microwave popcorn isn't safe because it contains chemicals that can increase your risk of cancer. The most common rumor is that it is associated with lung cancer, but in reality, there's no direct link. There is...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports liver cancer is the ninth leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, and the third leading cause worldwide. More than 75 percent of liver cancers are hepatocellular carcinoma,...
Even though people often think of vitamin D helping to build strong bones, did you know it was effective in preventing cancer? Believe it or not, vitamin D is a shining star in preventing cancer. Sunlight is a key source of vitamin D. You...
According to the National Cancer Institute, breast cancer risk assessment, or assessing a patient's risk for breast cancer, identifies risk and estimates probability of breast cancer allowing appropriate preventive screening and risk reduction...
Numerous studies discuss the positive and negative effects of soy on breast cancer. Some studies indicate that consuming soy can prevent cancer, while others argue it can exacerbate or even cause breast cancer. The plant-based, estrogen-like...
According to 2010 information from the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among American men. Despite this compelling statistic, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that men over the...
Breast cancer can be a scary thing, especially if a woman has a family history or certain risk factors. Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tools can help determine if a possible breast cancer risk exists. These are not diagnostic tests; if women...
You don't want to be one of the 200,000 women who will develop breast cancer in 2011, according to the National Cancer Institute. What changes can you make to your diet to reduce this risk? Reports by the American Institute for Cancer Research and...
Consuming soy instead of red meat that is high in saturated fat and cholesterol may have a number of health benefits. Soy is a good source of complete protein and may help to lower your risk for high cholesterol and certain cancers, as well as...
Next time you reach for a bottle of olive oil be assured that you're adding more than just delicious flavor, texture and aroma to your meal. Olive oil should be one of the first food items you consider when it comes to cancer prevention....
Sometimes, the cells that line your cervix may develop into precancerous cells. If left untreated over the course of several years, these cells could turn into cervical cancer. The human papillomavirus, otherwise known as HPV, is responsible for...
Ovarian cancer occurs when malignant cancer cells begin to grow and spread on or within the ovaries. This type of cancer usually produces little or no symptoms in its early stages and is usually diagnosed in advanced stages. Women who have a...
Approximately 1 in 8 women living in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, with the majority occurring after menopause. According to a 2008 study published in the "American Journal of Epidemiology," up to 40...
If you ever take home food from a restaurant or purchased a frozen meal, chances are you have encountered a Styrofoam or similar cheap disposable storage container. While disposable food containers manufactured out of cardboard are safe, plastic...
Everyone gets excited at the thought of eating decadent chocolate and also receiving tremendous health benefits. There's no doubt that this superfood is healthy, but the catch is that you need to control how much and which kind of chocolate you...
Even though some people love to eat the crispy, dark pieces that result from cooking burgers, steaks or chicken on the barbecue, did you know that these bits and pieces can increase your risk of cancer? Cancer Causing Chemicals When...
If you're a fan of microwave popcorn but have heard that eating it regularly -- or even occasionally -- increases your risk of lung cancer, you may be understandably concerned. While there is some evidence that certain chemicals used in production...
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. While cancer may be caused by a number of factors including heredity, environment, cigarette smoking, sun exposure and a lack of physical activity, research suggests that dietary factors play...
Also known as colorectal cancer, colon cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although colon cancer is often hereditary, it can be prevented. For example,...
There are many reasons for women to exercise, abstain from alcohol and maintain a healthy weight. These healthy habits not only increase a woman's overall health, they also decrease a woman's chance of developing breast cancer. Don't just be a...
Research has shown that people with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop skin cancer. So, it is essential that you know your risks and how to do a self-exam. Risk factors include: •Ultraviolet or UV light that...
Breast cancer is the second-most common cancer of American women, following skin cancer. This disease will result in the death of one in 35 women and occurs in about one in eight women over their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society....
Cancer is a debilitating, chronic disease that is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Cancer is characterized by abnormal cells in the body that quickly reproduce, spread and destroy normal cells, tissues and organs. Diet plays...
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