The best way to prevent cancer is to live a healthy life of moderation and to know what elements to embrace and which to avoid. Obvious modes of living healthy include avoiding smoking, getting exercise, and eating healthy. However, according to Encino MRI, many new strategies have been defined that can affect people’s ability to prevent cancer.

Here is a list of 8 techniques that can greatly reduce the chance of getting cancer.

  1. Don’t top off your gas tank- Gas stations clearly warn against topping off your gas tank. There are several reasons to avoid topping off your gas tank, but a lesser known reason that is very important is that overspill can damage the car’s vapor system, which is intended to keep hazardous chemicals, including cancer causing elements, out of the air, and away from your body.
  1. Filter water that comes from the tap- Tap water has been demonstrated to house various carcinogenic elements. Studies show that a simple filter can greatly reduce the amount of cancer causing agents in tap water.
  2. Avoid unnecessary scans- Too many CT scans can have a negative impact on your health. In fact, CT scans have much more radiation than x-rays. Often, CT scans are unnecessary. It is recommended that you check with your physician before scheduling unnecessary MRIs. One viable alternative to CT scans is an Encino open MRI scans.
  3. Brazil nuts have amazing healing abilities
    One of the lesser known super foods is Brazil nuts. Recent studies have demonstrated that eating the imported nut can greatly reduce the risk of certain cancers, including lung, colorectal, and bladder cancer.
  4. Thoroughly marinate meat- The charred, blackened part of meat charbroiled on an open fire has been demonstrated to contain various cancer causing agents. Avoid over cooking meat and marinate cuts first to avoid charred meat.
  1. Eat your green vegetables- Dark green vegetables are known to have great anti-cancer agents. There are several ways that dark greens prevent cancer, including helping the colon stay clean. Try and eat a healthy amount of dark green with every meal.
  1. Drink coffee- Coffee is a great way to keep the brain stimulated and prevent cancer. In fact, studies show that people who drink coffee regularly had a 50% decrease in rates of brain cancer.
  1. Certain colors should be embraced- New research demonstrates that specific fabric colors, such as blues and reds show increased protection against harmful UV rays. When choosing an outfit, make sure to incorporate these colors.

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