Decrease Cancer Risk While Enjoying Summer

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It's summer time!

• Cancer is not a hindrance for a Fun and Exciting
  Summer!

Let's enjoy eating delicious grilled food and
have fun in soaking up some rays at the beach.
Here are some tips to decrease cancer risks
while enjoying Summer
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• 1. Keep the Grill Clean. The blackened areas on
  grilled food like fish and meat contain a
  chemical called Carcinogenic. This can lead to
  cancer. To lower the intake of carcinogen
• Try choosing leaner meats and trimming the fat
  well before grilling, because when fat and juice
  drip from meat, flames flare up and create more
  smoke, which leads to carcinogen formation
• When grilling, flip frequently
• Use acid based marinades like lemon rather than
  sugary marinades
• Cook with less heat.
• You can also replace grilled meats with
  vegetables.
• Avoid processed meats. They might taste good, but
  contain cancer-causing substances.
• Always be reminded to maintain healthy weight and
  exercise regularly.

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• 2. Exposure to the suns rays is fun but too much
  is harmful and may lead to skin cancer. Here are
  some tips to prevent skin cancer
• Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 and above when going
  out. Check the labels for expiration date.
• Check your entire body for changes in your skin
  on a monthly basis.
• Stay in the shade especially between 10 AM and 2
  PM.
• Wear clothes that can cover your arms and legs.
• Use a hat and sunglasses.
• Avoid indoor tanning. It may cause premature skin
  aging, like wrinkles and age spots.

This summer enjoy the sun and lessen cancer
risk. For more health tips, visit our blog
at www.newhopemedicalcenter.com/blog
Sourcehttp//blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2013/05
/how-to-enjoy-summer-without-raising-your-cancer-r
isk/
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