Cancer is a general term used for a bunch of diseases affecting different parts of the body. It's defined as the production of abnormal cells that vigorously grow beyond limits. The most common types include breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, liver and stomach cancer which differ between men and women.

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It accounted for 7.6 million deaths in 2008. Detection on time, diagnosis and most important having awareness about its causes and prevention strategies cut the risk of cancer.

Through changing your lifestyle and avoiding risks, you can protect yourself from this disease.

1. Avoid using Tobacco

Using tobacco is one of the worst things you do for your health because it leads to lung cancer and Heart Diseases. In fact, if you don't use tobacco, exposure to secondhand smoke might increase your risk of lung cancer.

 2. Healthy Weight



Maintaining a healthy weight helps in reducing your risk of developing cancer. Obesity and overweight increase the risks of bowel, pancreatic and kidney cancer. If you are trying to control your weight, a good first step is to watch portion sizes, especially of foods high in calories, fat, and added sugars.

3. Be Active

Doing exercises and being active minimizes the colon cancer by 50% and reduces the risk of other types of cancer. Try to stay motivated and schedule physical activities and exercises.

4. Eating Anticancer Vegetables

Some fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients, carotenoids, vitamins C, E, and K and minerals. They are a good source of fiber and help to inhibit tumor blood vessel formation and induce cell death.

5. Enjoy Caffeine

Researchers credit the coffee, a potent protector against these cancers, rather than tea. People who take fewer cups of coffee a day had a 40% decreased rate of oral, throat and brain cancer.

6. Use Sun wisely

Avoid overexposure to the sun. Sunlight provides your skin with vitamin D that helps prevent cancer. After you've gotten your fill of vitamin D (again, when your skin turns the lightest shade of pink), it's time to cover up to avoid skin cancer.

7. Avoid Exposure To Toxins

Environmental toxins are found everywhere in the surrounding because of the industrial revolution. Try to stay away from chemicals and toxins at your home or workplace including benzene, pesticides, asbestos or radon. Avoid using unsafe drinking water.

8. Vaccinations

Cancer vaccination is a potent weapon which targets infectious agent that contribute to develop cancer. Cancer protection includes protection from some viral infections like Hepatitis B and Human Papillomavirus.

9. Pay Attention To Pain

If you experience pelvic pain or bloated belly, visit your doctor. Sometimes it is the sign of ovarian cancer that is ignored by women and physicians. Once neglected, this disease can be deadly.

10. Regular Medical Checkup

Regular screening and tests for different types of cancer increase the possibilities of diagnosis at earlier stages and lead towards successful treatment.