Food Triggers Cancer

Cancer became the number 1 cause of death in many countries, including in Indonesia. Although it can be detected early and treated with the latest therapies, this disease remains a deadly threat. The problem, though there are still many people who know the dangers of cancer but still living an unhealthy lifestyle.

"There are many things that may trigger cancer in the body, and one of them is not a good diet," said Health Experts and observers lifestyle Diponegeoro graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Semarang, Dr. Judio Grace Kahl, MSc, MH, CHt Health Talk Show in the show in FX Sudirman Plaza, Jakarta.

Although not all cancers are related to food, however unhealthy eating patterns will obviously increase the risk of cancer. Eat lots of fried foods and many foods are heated in high temperatures and repeated use of oil used could be one source of the triggers of cancer.

"Protein, meat and whatever it is, when heated in high temperature plus artificial preservatives can cause cell changes in the body becoming faster and can lead to cancer," he said.

A cancer researcher, Eden Tareke from the University of Stockholm, Sweden, found acrylamide, a cancer-promoting material formed in heated foods. According to the study, if fried carbohydrate-rich foods will decompose, and then reacts with the amino acids produce carcinogenic compounds (cancer triggers) called acrylamide.

For that reason, always keep eating regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle early on can protect yourself from attacks of dangerous diseases. Eating a nutritious diet balanced according to the needs of the body with a sufficient portion of 50-50 percent carbohydrate, high fiber containing 3-4 servings daily, inadequate fruit and vegetable needs of each of 3 servings per day and 1-2 servings of protein a day nabatai.

Reduce foods high in fat and eat lots of fish can replace portions of fat in the body.

"Fruit and vegetables should be more in number than the carbohydrates and proteins. Reduce consumption of sugar, flour and fat-rich foods. Drink at least 2 liters of water per day, taking extra supplements when necessary to avoid snacking and smoking and exercise more. This is important for the future of a healthy life. "

Tahu and Tempe (Indonesian traditional food) Can Trigger Breast Cancer Cells?

Tofu and tempeh are soy-based foods are known as cheap and rich nutrition. Consumption of tofu and tempeh are very important for women, because they can slow down aging.

However, for certain types of breast cancer survivors are encouraged to reduce consumption of tofu and tempeh. Therefore, it could trigger cancer cell growth quickened.

Tofu and tempeh contain phytoestrogens, which is a chemical compound which is a plant hormones (phyto means plant), which possess a chemical structure resembles estrogen in the human body. That's why phytoestrogens are considered to help address the problem of decline in estrogen in women.

However, for patients with certain types of breast cancer, the consumption of tofu and tempeh can trigger the ever increasing amount of the hormone estrogen in the body that can actually stimulate cancer spread more quickly.

"Although not all breast cancers, but there are certain types of breast cancer instead of cancer cell growth is influenced by estrogen. For that, for patients with breast cancer are advised to reduce consumption of foods such as tofu and tempeh estrogen, as well as chicken skin, "said Health Experts and observers lifestyle Diponegeoro graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Semarang, Dr. Grace Judio Kahl, MSc, MH, CHt in the event Health Talk Show in FX Sudirman Plaza, Jakarta.

Although tofu dangerous for people with certain types of breast cancer, foods that are easily obtainable at a low price is still a benefit, of course, for those who do not have taboo to eat soy.

"For that, selective in choosing the food is important, especially for those who suffer from certain diseases. Consultation with a nutritionist to help doctors adjust your diet, "said Dr. Grace.

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