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You’ve probably heard conflicting reports about cancer prevention. Sometimes the specific cancer-prevention tip recommended in one study or news report is advised against in another.
\nIn many cases, what is known about cancer prevention is still evolving. However, it’s well accepted that your chances of developing cancer are affected by the lifestyle choices you make.
\nSo if you’re concerned about cancer prevention, take comfort in the fact that some simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Consider these seven cancer prevention tips.<\/p>\n

1<\/strong>. Don’t use tobacco<\/strong>
\nUsing any type of tobacco puts you on a collision course with cancer. Smoking has been linked to various types of cancer \u2014 including cancer of the lung, bladder, cervix and kidney. And chewing tobacco has been linked to cancer of the oral cavity and pancreas. Even if you don’t use tobacco, exposure to secondhand smoke might increase your risk of lung cancer.
\nAvoiding tobacco \u2014 or deciding to stop using it \u2014 is one of the most important health decisions you can make. It’s also an important part of cancer prevention. If you need help quitting tobacco, ask your doctor about stop-smoking products and other strategies for quitting.<\/p>\n

2. Eat a healthy diet<\/strong>
\nAlthough making healthy selections at the grocery store and at mealtime can’t guarantee cancer prevention, it might help reduce your risk. Consider these guidelines:
\nEat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Base your diet on fruits, vegetables and other foods from plant sources \u2014 such as whole grains and beans.
\nLimit fat. Eat lighter and leaner by choosing fewer high-fat foods, particularly those from animal sources. High-fat diets tend to be higher in calories and might increase the risk of overweight or obesity \u2014 which can, in turn, increase cancer risk.
\nIf you choose to drink alcohol, do so only in moderation. The risk of various types of cancer \u2014 including cancer of the breast, colon, lung, kidney and liver \u2014 increases with the amount of alcohol you drink and the length of time you’ve been drinking regularly.<\/p>\n

3. Maintain a healthy weight and be physically active<\/strong>
\nMaintaining a healthy weight might lower the risk of various types of cancer, including cancer of the breast, prostate, lung, colon and kidney.
\nPhysical activity counts, too. In addition to helping you control your weight, physical activity on its own might lower the risk of breast cancer and colon cancer.
\nAdults who participate in any amount of physical activity gain some health benefits. But for substantial health benefits, strive to get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic physical activity. You can also do a combination of moderate and vigorous activity. As a general goal, include at least 30 minutes of physical activity in your daily routine \u2014 and if you can do more, even better.<\/p>\n

4. Protect yourself from the sun<\/strong>
\nSkin cancer is one of the most common kinds of cancer \u2014 and one of the most preventable. Try these tips:
\nAvoid midday sun. Stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest.
\nStay in the shade. When you’re outdoors, stay in the shade as much as possible. Sunglasses and a broad-rimmed hat help, too.
\nCover exposed areas. Wear tightly woven, loosefitting clothing that covers as much of your skin as possible. Opt for bright or dark colors, which reflect more ultraviolet radiation than pastels or bleached cotton.
\nDon’t skimp on sunscreen. Use generous amounts of sunscreen when you’re outdoors, and reapply often.
\nAvoid tanning beds and sunlamps. These are just as damaging as natural sunlight.<\/p>\n

5. Get immunized<\/strong>
\nCancer prevention includes protection from certain viral infections. Talk to your doctor about immunization against:
\nHepatitis B. Hepatitis B can increase the risk of developing liver cancer. The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for certain high-risk adults \u2014 such as adults who are sexually active but not in a mutually monogamous relationship, people with sexually transmitted infections, intravenous drug users, men who have sex with men, and health care or public safety workers who might be exposed to infected blood or body fluids.
\nHuman papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a sexually transmitted virus that can lead to cervical and other genital cancers as well as squamous cell cancers of the head and neck. The HPV vaccine is available to both men and women age 26 or younger who didn’t have the vaccine as adolescents.<\/p>\n

6. Avoid risky behaviors<\/strong>
\nAnother effective cancer prevention tactic is to avoid risky behaviors that can lead to infections that, in turn, might increase the risk of cancer. For example:
\nPractice safe sex. Limit your number of sexual partners, and use a condom when you have sex. The more sexual partners you have in your lifetime, the more likely you are to contract a sexually transmitted infection \u2014 such as HIV or HPV. People who have HIV or AIDS have a higher risk of cancer of the anus, liver and lung. HPV is most often associated with cervical cancer, but it might also increase the risk of cancer of the anus, penis, throat, vulva and vagina.
\nDon’t share needles. Sharing needles with an infected drug user can lead to HIV, as well as hepatitis B and hepatitis C \u2014 which can increase the risk of liver cancer. If you’re concerned about drug abuse or addiction, seek professional help.<\/p>\n

7. Get regular medical care<\/strong>
\nRegular self-exams and screenings for various types of cancers \u2014 such as cancer of the skin, colon, prostate, cervix and breast \u2014 can increase your chances of discovering cancer early, when treatment is most likely to be successful. Ask your doctor about the best cancer screening schedule for you.
\nTake cancer prevention into your own hands, starting today. The rewards will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n