You can reduce the risk of an early death by nearly 20%, just by eating more foods from four healthy eating patterns, according to researchers who analyzed decades of data collected on more than 119,000 adults.
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All share key components including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes, although other components differ across different eating patterns.
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Nearly half of people worldwide do not get the recommended daily total water intake, a new report indicates
Yet drinking enough water may help to delay the aging process for many.
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recent study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) published in
eBioMedicine suggests as much — though there are caveats to know.
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The current guidelines from the National Academies of Medicine suggest women should drink 6-9 cups (1.5-2.2 liters) daily and men should drink 8-12 cups (2-3 liters) daily, according to the release.
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The team collected data from 11,255 participants over a 30-year period.
Khema
Feb 9, 2020
URL: https://www.khemahospital.com/news-and-tips/breast-cancer
What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer death among women. Breast cancer is caused by a group of abnormal cells, or malignant tumor, that invade and grow in the cells of the breast.
What causes Breast Cancer
No one knows exactly what causes breast cancer, but it always starts with damaged breast cell DNA that invades healthy breast cells. There exist some rumors about the causes of breast cancer that are NOT true. These rumors include e.g. that breast cancer is caused by: too much coffee consumption; deodorants; mobile phones; and microwaves.
What are the Risk Factors?
Although no scientist or doctor know exactly why cancer develops, cancer is most likely a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some risk factors have been established, such as:
Genetic factors:
o Gender: Women are over 100-times more likely to develop breast cancer than men;
o Age: 2/3 of women diagnosed with breast cancer are over 55 years old;
o Ethnicity: Caucasian women appear to be more at risk of developing breast cancer than women of other ethnic backgrounds;
o Family history: If your mother or sister have been diagnosed with breast cancer in the past than you are more likely to also develop breast cancer than women with no family history of breast cancer;
o Your own medical history: If you previously been diagnosed with breast cancer in one breast, then you are more likely to develop breast cancer in your other breast compared to a woman who has never had breast cancer;
o Reproductive history: If you’ve never given birth or if you had your first child late in life.
- Environmental and Lifestyle Risk Factors
o Sedimentary Lifestyle: Little physical activity may increase your risk of developing cancer;
o Unhealthy diet: If you live off a diet high in saturated fat (e.g. animal fat, butter, baked goods, cookies);
o Alcohol: Large and frequent alcohol c0nsumption is a risk factor; the more you consume, the more at risk you are;
o Combined Hormone Replacement Therapy: CHT is sometimes prescribed by doctors for women undergoing menopause to help against troublesome menopausal symptoms. There is evidence which suggest that the use of CHT increases the risk of breast cancer.
Symptoms and Signs
Warning signs of breast cancer can involve a lump in one the breast or a change in the skin or tissue of the breast. If you notice any changes in your breasts, you should contact your health care provider so she or he can investigate and make a diagnosis. The changes you should look out for include:
- Tender nipples;
- Lump in the breast or armpit area;
- Changes in skin texture e.g. ‘orange peel’ texture or enlargement of pores;
- Changes in size or shape of breast;
- Unusual or bloody discharge from nipple
If you have any of these symptoms, you can contact us and make an appointment with a doctor for a check-up.
Diagnosis
Clinical breast exam
A health care provider may start with a clinical breast exam of your breast. This is a manual exam and your doctor will be able to recognize abnormalities in your breasts. A clinical exam will check for lumps and physical changes.
Mammogram
If your doctor wishes to investigate a breast lump or any other suspicious changes to your breast, they can request a diagnostic mammogram. A mammogram uses x-rays to give clear views of what is going on inside your breast and can zoom in on the problem area.
Ultrasound
A doctor can also perform a breast ultrasound. The ultrasound will produce a sonogram – a detailed picture of the inside of the breast and can distinguish between different kind of lumps in your breast. E.g. whether a lump in your breast is a cyst (typically not cancerous) or a solid lump, which may be a cancerous tumor.
Biopsy
A biopsy may be requested which includes the removal of tissue or fluid from the suspected area of your breast. The tissue or fluid is then examined for cancerous cells. If the biopsy show that there is cancer present, more tests will probably be required to determine best treatment options.
The importance of Self-Exams and Routine Mammograms
Regular self-breast exams (SBE) can help you get familiar with how your breast feel and look. SBE can also, therefore, help to detect any changes in your breasts early on and lead to early detection of cancer and successful treatment. In fact, many diagnosed breast cancers are detected by the women themselves. Every woman should try to do a SBE once a month, several days after the end of her period to make sure the breasts are not swollen or tender.
Routine mammograms can help save lives and women should start having mammograms around age 40, or even before if they are considered to belong to a risk group.
At Khema International Polyclinic, we have the newest technology and expertise to help you as soon as you walk through the doors. If you wish to make an appointment, please contact us. We recommend annual mammogram screening as part of your routine check-up. At Khema, we also offer mammogram screening as part of our well-woman package. For more information about our package deals, please contact us directly for an appointmet.
Safety Net
May 17, 2021
Every single person at some point during their week has that moment when they think that the entire world is out to get them. Or they have so many things to do they don’t see a way to accomplish it. During these stressful times, it is imperative to learn to identify and manage your stress to cope with life’s daily challenges. 3 steps to take when feeling stressed.
Strange as it may seem, we are often not aware of what causes us stress. So take time to check in with yourself, without judgment. How are you feeling? Pay attention to your body – are your muscles tense or relaxed? Is your breathing deep or shallow? You may be surprised to find when you are experiencing stress or simply reminded that you find certain situations difficult. Just let yourself acknowledge the feeling.
The most important phase of stress management is identifying your personal triggers. Take time to write down and/or discuss your various life stressors with someone. Once you have determined what your triggers are, you can begin to determine which stress reducers work best for you.
Lifestyle changes are simple but powerful tools in treating stress depression and anxiety, and they are an essential component of an integrated approach to treatment. In some cases, lifestyle changes alone can help stress or relieve anxiety, so it makes sense to start with them right away (but if you are suffering from moderate to severe depression or anxiety, also seek professional help right away). We can change our daily habits with small steps. Eat healthier, less sugar (and hidden sugar in carbohydrates), less fatty food, and move more!
Read full: https://www.safetynet-health.com/3-steps-to-take-when-feeling-stressed/
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