A United Kingdom and European Board certified Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Rajeev Kaushal has warned consumers of red meat the health risk factors attached to consuming. The Oncologist in his statement during a media parley in Abuja, said that those eating red and processed meat counld increase ones risk of getting cancer by 30 percent. Dr. Kaushal who has been reportedly said to have worked with Saudi German Hospital Dubai, said more than 30% of cancers are linked to obesity, advising that it could be health wise to eat more of fruits and vegetables.
The Expert unveiled that, “Processed meat when consumed on a long term basis can increase the risk of certain kinds of cancers like colon, lung and breast cancer. Red meat is known to increase incidence of colon and rectal cancers and should be avoided.”
He also pointed-out some other cancer boosters as the high intakes of tobacco and taking alcohol in moderation, adding that avoiding them can help in reducing the risk of getting Lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, prostrate cancer, pancreatic cancer and other disease. Dr. Kaushal also encourage immunisation, adding that it could help to fight against some certain diseases and help to prevent cancer.
He explained further by saying that, “Certain kinds of cancers are related to certain types of virus, such as Human Papiloma Virus that causes cervical cancer in women, as well as throat and anal cancer in men. Proper vaccination against these viruses should be able to reduce the chances of cancer.”
The Oncologist expert noted another way of preventing cancer was to ensure effective diagnosis, such as the use of PET scan for detection of cancer in the system, and assessing tumour load. He said that studies had shown that the use of green tea, pomegranate and cumin, which can be derived from turmeric spice, helps to prevent and fight cancer. He said while they are not curative in themselves, they provide support for cancer patients undergoing treatment.
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