Cancer and heart disease are two major health disorders but affect different areas of the body. Though they may appear unrelated, they actually could interact in important ways. Understanding their relationship better can help deal with both conditions more effectively. What is Cancer? Cancer is a disease in which the abnormal cells of the body...
Our bellies are like little cities filled with tiny germs called bacteria. These bacteria help us digest food and keep our bodies healthy. But sometimes, too many bad bacteria can cause problems. New studies are showing that having too many bad bacteria in our belly might even increase the risk of getting cancer. Let’s break...
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the pancreas, an organ in your abdomen. It’s extremely challenging to treat due to several reasons. Allow me to break this down into simple concepts so that it would be easy for everybody to understand, even children! 1. It Hides and Doesn’t Show Symptoms Pancreatic...
Coffee is more than just a morning pick-me-up. As research evolves, questions about coffee’s impact on cancer continue to surface. Let’s delve into what we know about coffee’s role in relation to cancer, from its potential risks and benefits to how it fits into overall cancer prevention strategies. Understanding Coffee’s Composition Coffee is made from...
Cancer is just one of those abstract entities in the minds of many people. But when this is related to children and adolescents, no one expects it because cancer is just an adult issue; it could affect even the younger members. What is Cancer? To understand why children and adolescents get cancer, first we need...
Gallbladder cancer is a disease in which malignant cells are found in the tissues of the gallbladder. This is a small, pear-shaped organ that stores bile under your liver. The bile helps in fat digestion. Though this type of cancer is not very common, understanding it may help prevent or treat the condition. In the...
Where health is in question, everything starts with proper nutrition. And it will be even more appropriate when we talk about cancer diseases. Proper nutrition will help the organism be as strong as possible and improve the general condition. Why Nutrition Matters in Cancer Nutrition is the fuel for our bodies. Just like a car...
Prostate cancer is a serious problem for many men, especially in old age. The more the cancer advances, the harder it is to cure. One of the novel approaches in the fight against this disease is something called immunotherapy. This is some kind of treatment that aids the body’s own immune system in fighting the...
Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in much of the world. While most are very aware that smoking is one of the major causes, another important cause is less well known: air pollution. Exposure to polluted air has been proven to produce lung cancer—even children have a risk when breathing in the...
Sugar is one indulgence we cannot do without. It’s in our candies, cakes, and yes—even in foods we least imagine it would be, like bread and sauces. But do you know that consumption of a lot of sugar could increase the risk of cancer? Well, no need to panic; one doesn’t need to stop all...