The Surprising Link Between Weight and Cancer
Fight Cancer: The Power of Healthy Weight and Blood Sugar
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Many people live with the fear of cancer.
And it’s completely understandable.
We all know how quickly cancer can change your life and the lives of your loved ones.
But here’s some good news.
There’s actually a way to significantly lower your risk of ever getting cancer.
And the best part is that you can start taking action today.
For years, we’ve known that carrying excess weight increases the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and many other serious health issues.
But a recent study has shown that excess weight and diabetes are also fast-tracking your risk for cancer.
A study published in the Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal suggests that 6% of cancers are directly caused by excess weight and diabetes.
That might sound like a small number, but when you consider the sheer volume of cancer cases, it’s significant.
I personally believe this number may even be too low.
I’ve written before about how cancer is an “obligate glucose feeder,” meaning that cancer cells rely on sugar to grow and thrive.
This recent study aligns with what we’ve known about cancer for a long time.
The good news here is that losing weight is within your control.
Is it always easy? Of course not.
But it’s far easier than trying to change your genetic makeup or other uncontrollable risk factors.
Losing weight, however, is just one part of the equation.
Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is just as important when it comes to cancer prevention.
Here’s how you can take charge of your health and help balance your blood sugar while reducing your cancer risk.
Dr. Scott’s Balanced Blood Sugar Approach includes simple but effective lifestyle changes.
First, eat well.
Make sure sugar isn’t a daily guest at your table.
That means avoiding processed foods and focusing on eating whole, nutritious foods like good proteins and plenty of vegetables.
Staying away from grains, starchy vegetables, and too much sugar will also help.
If you do eat sugar, try to have it with a meal.
This slows down sugar absorption and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Second, get moving.
You don’t have to run a marathon to improve your health.
Something as simple as walking, golfing, or playing tennis can help your body process sugar more effectively.
Next, focus on reducing inflammation.
You can do this by taking supplements that are known to lower inflammation.
I recommend fish oil, curcumin, and Boswellia for their powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
Finally, consider supplements that support healthy blood sugar levels.
Berberine is a fantastic herbal extract that supports both your brain and blood sugar control.
Chromium is a mineral that is well-known for helping to regulate blood sugar.
Taking action on these steps today can help protect you not only from cancer but from many other chronic diseases.
For more information on how to manage your blood sugar and maintain a healthy weight, check out these articles from Healthline and Mayo Clinic.