Cancer is a dreaded disease that is preventable. According to the World Wide Fund for Cancer Research, 30% of the cases that are detected today are preventable with proper eating habits.

Just as there are elements that represent a risk factor for cancer, such as snuff, there are foods that act as protection. While we must clarify that this does not mean that if we never get sick of cancer, but decreased the risk.

To protect our body against this dreaded disease, doctors say it should take into account the following recommendations:

* Body Fat.

It is important to keep food in not fattening. Overweight and obesity increase the risk of breast cancer (after menopause), colon, kidney and esophagus. Some studies have also linked obesity to cancer of the gallbladder, ovaries and pancreas.

* Nutrients are essential.

A diet to prevent cancer should include minerals and vitamins, that is, foods that contain most antioxidants capable of neutralizing the action of free radicals that alter cells and promote tumor development. It is proven that a diet rich in vegetables reduces the risk of cancer of the lung, mouth, esophagus, stomach and colon.

* Animal fats.

It is essential to avoid excessive animal fats (bacon, sausages, etc.).. Although this does not mean that we can never eat them, the problem is when it becomes a daily habit.

* Mediterranean Diet.

Several studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet is best to protect us, not only cancer but also against many other diseases. A menu by following this diet should always include vegetables in the preparation of the dishes.

* Moderate consumption of meat.

Eating too much red meat increases the risk of colon cancer. The ideal is to eat meat two or three times a week (at most) and in portions not exceeding 100 g.

* Healthy Cooking.

The way of cooking affects the risk of cancer. The kinds of cooking food is placed at high temperatures are not advisable. For example, in the barbecue, the food is submitted directly to fire and smoke emitted, reaching a heat so intense it burns outside, forming toxic molecules, which taken in excess are harmful to health. That is why controlling the temperature, we steamed, baked, over low heat, etc.

Here’s how you can work your digestive system optimally:

1. Reduce stress
Excessive stress can divert blood flow to your digestive system. The digestive system responds well to routine. The scheduling of tasks to your digestion can help you feel more in control. If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), stress can also stimulate the spasms in your colon.

2. Maintain a good body mass index (BMI)
People who are obese or overweight face an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and cancer. The cardio-vascular (colloquially known as cardiovascular exercises) help to strengthen the abdominal muscles and reduce the sluggishness by stimulating the bowel muscles to push the digestive contents through your digestive system.
3. Quitting
Smoking affects the entire body, including the digestive system. It lowers the pressure at the junction between the stomach and esophagus, causing acid reflux into the esophagus can cause heartburn and other diseases. Smoking also aggravates peptic ulcers and inflammatory bowel disease. Smoking is associated with an increased risk of many cancers.

4. Limiting consumption of alcohol, caffeine and sugary drinks
These drinks can all affect your digestion and cause problems such as heartburn and constipation. They can aggravate conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. Alcohol can cause inflammation of the stomach or esophagus lining, as well as symptoms of heartburn. Caffeine may make the stomach acid flow backwards (reflux) and heartburn triggers.