Cancer
Warning Signs Your Persistent Food Cravings Are Actually A Symptom Of Colon Cancer – Health Digest
Lourdes Balduque/Getty Images Everyone has food cravings occasionally. But should you be concerned if you’re always craving the same item? Maybe, especially if you carry any of the risk factors for colon cancer. Often referred to under the broader colorectal cancer term, colon cancer is one of the […]
An Underrated Fruit That’s Tiny In Size Could Reduce Your Risk Of Cancer – Health Digest
Nensuria/Getty Images In the United States, approximately four out of 10 people will get a cancer diagnosis within their lifetimes, according to the National Cancer Institute. (Read this to know the 2 biggest risk factors for cancer, according to a relatively new study.) If you want to […]
Eating Cabbage Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Risk Of Cancer (But There’s A Catch) – Health Digest
Kate Wieser/Getty Images Cabbage is probably not at the top of most people’s list of favorite foods, but you may find it added to some of your go-to dishes. Cabbage provides the base of coleslaw recipes that complement spicy barbecue sandwiches. Cabbage fills your egg rolls and […]
8 Low Cholesterol Snacks That Can Also Prevent Cancer – Health Digest
Kali9/Getty Images When it comes to managing our health, we often focus on weight management and calorie counting. However, it’s equally important to manage cholesterol levels. (Here are some cholesterol-lowering foods you can eat every day.) This fatty substance helps the body function by producing hormones, building […]
An Underrated Vegetable Green That Could Prevent Cancer Is Also Packed With Magnesium, Calcium, And Vitamin C – Health Digest
Supersizer/Getty Images Some people find it really difficult to incorporate fruits and vegetables into their everyday diets (and in case you were curious, here’s the minimum amount of fruits and veggies you should eat every day). While these plant-based foods are packed with nutrients, they also pose […]
A Popular Fruit That’s Good For Weight Loss Can Also Help Prevent Cancer – Health Digest
New Africa/Shutterstock If you’re following a high-protein or keto diet, fruit might not be at the top of your grocery list. But when it comes to weight loss as part of a balanced diet, fruit can actually be a helpful ally. While some fruits are naturally high […]
A Popular Fruit High In Sugar Can Actually Prevent Cancer, Diabetes, And High Cholesterol – Health Digest
Bernardbodo/Getty Images Fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help keep your body healthy. That’s why most dietitians and health experts recommend getting a few servings of fruits (and vegetables) every day. However, some people on low-carb diets steer clear of fruit because they’re worried […]
Celebrities Who Died From Cancer Before Turning 50 – Health Digest
Witthaya Prasongsin/Getty Images Cancer is a common disease affecting about 33% of the American population. It happens when the normal cell cycle (in which cells in your body grow, divide, and die when they get old) becomes faulty in a specific part of your body, leading to […]
A Popular Diet You Thought Was Healthy Could Increase Your Risk Of Colon Cancer – Health Digest
D3sign/Getty Images More than 107,000 people are expected to be diagnosed with colon cancer this year, along with an additional 46,000 cases of rectal cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Some risk factors for colorectal cancer are beyond your control, like inherited gene mutations, a history […]
An Underrated Nut High In Zinc Can Also Prevent Cancer And Heart Disease – Health Digest
Marko Jan/Getty Images When it comes to healthy snacks, there’s nothing quite like a handful of nuts. Not only do they easily satiate your appetite, but they are a fantastic source of fiber (which keeps you feeling full longer). They also contain the protein and vitamins necessary […]