Every year, 4^th February is dedicated to spreading awareness about one of the deadliest diseases in the world – Cancer! This year, the tag line or theme so to say, is ‘Not Beyond Us’. It calls for a bolstered attempt at spreading awareness and highlights the importance of ‘early detection’.

According to world cancer day’s official website, solutions to curb cancer exist and are within our reach. World Cancer Day is a unique opportunity to raise awareness that there is much that can be done at an individual, community and governmental level, to harness and mobilise these solutions and catalyse positive change.

In order to stay protected and keep cancer at bay, there are a few things you must keep in mind:

1) Avoid Carcinogens

Carcinogens are substances that can damage or disrupt our body’s cellular metabolic process. One of the most common ways through which carcinogens can affect our body is through smoking, chewing tobacco, binge drinking etc.

Foods which protect against cancer

2) Green vegetables

3) Brighten up your plate with colour

4) Onion and garlic

5) Embrace vegetarianism

6) Herbs and spices

… Please read the full article for more details, at: 6 ways to reduce the risk of cancer