Thursday, January 11, 2018

Reduce your risk of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. While there is no absolutely safe way to prevent prostate cancer, there are several things you can do to keep your body in optimal shape and reduce developing the disease, even if you do part of a family at risk.




1-Know what are the risk factors. 


Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in men and the second most common cancer after lung cancer. In the case of prostate cancer, it is important to be aware of the risk factors that increase your chances of developing this disease.


Age: Prostate cancer is very common among men over 50 years old. It is quite rare in younger men, but the risk increases with age.


Family history: Men whose family has a history of prostate cancer - whether father, brother or uncle - are more likely to develop the disease.


Race: The prostate cancer rate is higher in African men than in white men and the outcome of the disease is more likely fatal in black men.


Hormones: The way your body produces testosterones can influence the development of prostate cancer. If too much of your body's testosterone is converted to DHT (a hormone that must be present in good quantity), it can cause enlargement of prostate, which increases risk of cancer.


2-Have regular physical activity. 


Studies have shown that men who are physically active and have regular physical activity are less likely to have prostate cancer. Some studies also indicate that the risk decreases even more if sports activities are supported.


Endurance exercises are the best way to prevent the onset of the disease because they have a lot of health benefits, including better blood circulation, a healthier immune system, and higher levels of health. higher energy levels.


Examples of endurance exercises include swimming, running, cycling, dancing and rowing. Find an endurance activity that you like and you'll be more likely to stick to it.


You should also make effort to be more active in everyday life. Take stairs instead of elevator, park your car a little away from your workplace and work at a desk in a standing position rather than sitting in front of a desk.


It is recommended that you have a physical activity of at least thirty minutes, if possible every day of the week.


 

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