Cancer Causes And Prevention The Chiropractic Way

By Michelle Caron


Cancer is a disease comprised of the sporadic and rapid division of abnormal cells sometimes causing a malignant growth or tumor. The part of the body this cell division takes place in usually determines or labels the type of cancer. There are many risk factors believed to cause cancer, and everyone has cancer cells growing in their body. It is when harmful substances or other forms of abuse to the body cause these cells to multiply that a person is said to have cancer.

There are many contributors that can lead to a person developing cancer, but no one scapegoat to take all the blame. Often there are many factors that lead to a cancer diagnosis. Carcinogens is the term used for items believed to cause cancer. People can be genetically disposed to developing certain types of cancer. Factors besides predisposition that are thought to cause cancer are: cigarette smoking, excessive use of alcohol or illegal drugs, repeated tanning bed or sun exposure, regularly eating an unhealthy diet, leading a sedentary lifestyle, living to an old age (genetic damage has more chance to build up and cause cancer cells), exposure to toxic chemicals in your work, home or leisure environments (one example is not using plastics in the microwave).

Chiropractic adheres to prevention by natural means when it comes to cancer. Keeping the body healthy with a strong immune system, goes a long way in cancer prevention. Avoiding and eliminating potentially harmful sources will also decrease your risk of developing cancer. Preservatives in things such as vaccines, nonorganic foods and even the chemicals we spray on our lawns and gardens can increase cancer risk. Chiropractors can help you identify these sources, and find safe alternatives to use.

The primary form of chiropractic care is the chiropractic adjustment, which strengthens the immune system by increasing nerve function. Other chiropractic treatments like massage therapy and acupuncture can help fight off cancer cells and lessen the side effects of cancer treatments like radiation and chemotherapy. These treatments help the body function at its best by relaxing the body and lowering blood pressure.

Healthy eating including cancer fighting foods, nutrients, vitamins and minerals can be recommended and are sometimes sold by chiropractors. Some nutrients and eating wellness plans have been found to prevent cancer, and in some instances even reverse cancer tumors. Chiropractic care naturally helps prevent and even treat cancer.




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