What is brain cancer?
Brain cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the brain. Cells usually stop dividing after they get old. But cancer cells are forever young and continue to divide. So, there is an accumulation of cells in a particular region of the brain, which becomes a tumor. Some tumors are benign and stay in the same place, while malignant or cancerous tumors spread to other parts of the body.
What causes this malignant tumor?
The causative agent of brain cancer is not clearly known. It could be caused by viruses or exposure to harmful and carcinogenic radiation. Cancer could even be a genetic condition.
How to prevent this cancerous condition?
Even with the latest advances in the field of medicine, we still have not found an effective treatment for cancer. Therefore, we must look for ways to prevent this disease. The top three tips to help prevent brain cancer are:
Avoid exposure to carcinogens
The best way to keep cancer away is to stay away from carcinogens. There are many substances that have been shown to have carcinogenic effects. If you live in an area that has a chemical factory, which releases harmful carcinogens into the air, stay away. Although not conclusively proven, studies have shown that cell phone radiation could be carcinogenic. Therefore, keep your cell phone away from you, especially at night. It has been well researched that cigarettes contain many chemicals that could cause lung cancer. These harmful chemicals can also have a detrimental effect on the brain.
say YES to healthy food
In most indigenous medical practices, food is medicine. These treatment techniques use different types of food to build immunity and treat diseases. Add lean meat, garlic, walnuts, flaxseed and fish to your diet, as they are rich in omega 3 fatty acids, which help prevent cancer. Apple, spinach, broccoli, pineapple, and other antioxidant-rich vegetables and fruits help boost your immune system.
Check your family’s medical history
Sometimes cancer can be passed on genetically from generation to generation. So check your family’s medical history to see if there is anyone in your family tree who may have had the disease. If yes, go for a medical checkup as soon as possible to rule out any possibility of contracting this disease. Most cancer conditions can be treated during the early stages, so get a full medical checkup right away.