World Cancer Day 2015 was celebrated last February 4. This day is dedicated to spread awareness about the possible ways on how to treat this notorious disease. Every year, there is a theme for this event. For World Cancer Day 2015, the theme was "Not Beyond Us." Through this commemorating event, helpful ways are spread to reduce the risk of having cancer. The institution behind this event tells that that are much to be done at an individual, community, and governmental level.
One lesson imparted by World Cancer Day 2015 is to avoid carcinogens. Carcinogens affect our body through chewing tobacco, binge drinking, eating grilled meat, and smoking. Individuals who are usually exposed to chemicals are at a higher risk of getting the disease. Also, one must avoid eating processed food as they may contain hazardous substances. Fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables are good alternatives.
Eating foods that serve as protection against this dreadful disease is another way to avoid it. Go green, they say. Munching on green, leafy vegetables are a good way to increase your health. It also serves as a good fiber source. Just be sure to wash all vegetable properly before you eat them.
Aside from the visual pleasure it brings, a colorful plate encourages health against cancer. Choose vegetables that when mixed together, result to a vibrant visual display of colors. World Cancer Day 2015 suggests eating cauliflower, carrots, and beetroots. These are proven to have vitamins and enzymes that protects you from cancer.
There are molecules in vegetables that particularly block cancer cells. Sulforapane and indoles, found in garlics and onions, are proven to help you fight cancer. World Cancer Day 2015 never ran out of suggested options to help you avoid cancer.
In reality, solutions to restrict cancer exist. World Cancer Day 2015 aims to create positive change and present these solutions for the benefit of many.
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