How Lifestyle Affects Cancer Risk: Diet, Exercise, Stress & Prevention

🎯 “How lifestyle affects cancer risk”

🩺 “We often think cancer just ‘happens’.But in reality, lifestyle plays a major role — nearly 40% of cancers are linked to modifiable factors.Let’s understand how small daily choices can either raise or reduce your risk.

🍔 Diet:A diet high in processed food, red meat, and sugar increases inflammation and risk.In contrast, a plate rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and antioxidants supports cell repair and immunity.

🚬 Tobacco and Alcohol:Tobacco remains the single largest preventable cause of cancer — affecting the lungs, mouth, throat, and bladder.Even moderate alcohol intake increases the risk of breast, liver, and digestive tract cancers.

🏃‍♂️ Physical Activity:A sedentary lifestyle leads to obesity and hormonal imbalance.Just 30 minutes of brisk walking or exercise five days a week reduces the risk of several cancers, including colon and breast.

😴 Sleep and Stress:Chronic stress and inadequate sleep affect the body’s ability to repair DNA damage.Mindfulness, yoga, and adequate rest can help regulate hormones and strengthen immunity.

☀️ Environmental Factors:Excessive sun exposure, chemical exposure, and pollution also contribute — so protection and awareness are key.

🧬 In summary — while genetics may load the gun, lifestyle pulls the trigger.Healthy choices every day — eating right, staying active, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, and managing stress — are powerful tools for cancer prevention.”

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