According to the American Cancer Society, 1/3 of all cancer is due to tobacco use and exposure. At least half of all cancer is preventable! Here are some tips that can decrease your risk of developing different types of cancer;
Lung - Quit smoking and/or limit your exposure to second hand smoke.
Skin - Get healthy amounts of sun exposure (not too much) and protect your skin when in the sun.
Breast - Increase exercise, lose weight, decrease alcohol consumption, decrease animal fat in diet.
Prostate - Lose weight, decrease animal fat in diet.
Colon - Increase fiber and calcium in diet, decrease fat intake.
Cervical - Abstinence, safe sex practices.
Another important aspect of cancer prevention is getting regular screenings. Most cancers are highly treatable if caught in their early stages. Here is a list of recommended screenings;
Skin - Every 5 years for fair skinned people.
Prostate - PSA/DRE at age 50, then annually thereafter.
Breast - Perform regular self-exams. Exam by doctor annually after age 40 (once every three years for younger women), with mammograms every 2 years after age 40.
Colon - FBOT, colonoscopy/sigmoidoscopy annually after age 50.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Health Tips of the Week - Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention
Heart disease and stroke are the number one and number three killers in the United States statistically. There are risk factors that can be controlled to reduce your risk of developing these conditions. Here are some tips on what you can do starting today!
1 - Quit smoking. Main Street Chiropractic Center has a program available which can help you avoid the cravings associated with quitting smoking. In addition, there are several social supportive groups that can help you quit smoking.
2 - Increase exercise.
3 - Increase dietary fiber and fruit/vegetable intake.
4 - Monitor lipid profiles.
The above three suggestions all work towards controlling several of the risk factors associated with heart disease and stroke, namely high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, poor lipid profiles, physical inactivity, and being overweight.
5 - Control stress. This can be difficult, because many people can't avoid stressors at home or work. Finding a way to let go of stress is the best strategy in this case. Try tai chi, yoga, biofeedback, or other stress controlling outlets.
1 - Quit smoking. Main Street Chiropractic Center has a program available which can help you avoid the cravings associated with quitting smoking. In addition, there are several social supportive groups that can help you quit smoking.
2 - Increase exercise.
3 - Increase dietary fiber and fruit/vegetable intake.
4 - Monitor lipid profiles.
The above three suggestions all work towards controlling several of the risk factors associated with heart disease and stroke, namely high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, poor lipid profiles, physical inactivity, and being overweight.
5 - Control stress. This can be difficult, because many people can't avoid stressors at home or work. Finding a way to let go of stress is the best strategy in this case. Try tai chi, yoga, biofeedback, or other stress controlling outlets.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Friday, August 15, 2008
Health Tips of the Week - Choosing a Backpack
It's back to school time, so here are some tips for choosing the right backpack.
1-Choose the right size. It should not be wider or longer than your child's torso, or hang lower than four inches below the waist.
2-Shoulder straps. Should have two which are padded.
3-Use both straps. Not using both puts disproportionate strain on one side of the body, which can lead to neck and muscle spasm, low-back pain and poor posture.
4-Adjustable straps. Adjust the straps so that the backpack is evenly centered in the middle of the back.
5-Padded back. Provides increased comfort and protection from things in the pack that might poke.
6-Compartments. Multiple compartments can help to distribute the contents evenly. Keep the heaviest items closest to your body, and the sharp ones on the outside.
If you would like additional information, contact us at (303)774-1311.
From American Chiropractic Association
1-Choose the right size. It should not be wider or longer than your child's torso, or hang lower than four inches below the waist.
2-Shoulder straps. Should have two which are padded.
3-Use both straps. Not using both puts disproportionate strain on one side of the body, which can lead to neck and muscle spasm, low-back pain and poor posture.
4-Adjustable straps. Adjust the straps so that the backpack is evenly centered in the middle of the back.
5-Padded back. Provides increased comfort and protection from things in the pack that might poke.
6-Compartments. Multiple compartments can help to distribute the contents evenly. Keep the heaviest items closest to your body, and the sharp ones on the outside.
If you would like additional information, contact us at (303)774-1311.
From American Chiropractic Association
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
BJ Quote of the Week
"It is not how long one lives; it is how much. The tortoise lives long, but not much. The bee lives much, but not long."
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Health Tips of the Week - Arthritis Exercises
1-Range of motion exercises.
These can include stretching, tai chi, dancing, or other activities that take your joints through their normal range of motion. Doing these every day or every other day will help to maintain normal joint movement and increase flexibility.
2-Strength training.
Lifting weight strengthens the tissue that support the structures affected by arthritis. Always remember to stop any activity if it causes any pain.
3-Aerobic/endurance exercises.
20 to 30 minutes of walking, swimming, biking, hiking, etc., helps to improve you cardiovascular system, tones your muscles, and help you control your weight. Do one of these three times a week, and mix it up to keep your routine fresh.
These can include stretching, tai chi, dancing, or other activities that take your joints through their normal range of motion. Doing these every day or every other day will help to maintain normal joint movement and increase flexibility.
2-Strength training.
Lifting weight strengthens the tissue that support the structures affected by arthritis. Always remember to stop any activity if it causes any pain.
3-Aerobic/endurance exercises.
20 to 30 minutes of walking, swimming, biking, hiking, etc., helps to improve you cardiovascular system, tones your muscles, and help you control your weight. Do one of these three times a week, and mix it up to keep your routine fresh.
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