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Informationen zum Autor Bernard Kwabi-Addo, Tia Laura Lindstrom Klappentext This book offers clear, accessible information on the causes of cancer and the multiple ways people can reduce their risk for this insidious disease.Like no other work, this much-needed volume gathers the latest research and understanding about the causes of cancer and methods of preventing the disease-and makes it all clear and accessible to the general reader. Cancer Causes and Controversies: Understanding Risk Reduction and Prevention describes common risk factors associated with particular types of cancer, including genetic predisposition, radiation and chemical carcinogens, diet, hormonal factors, infection, and smoking. The book then looks at the scientific evidence supporting the positive role of healthy nutrition, exercise, and diet in lowering cancer risk, as well as the dangers posed by a dysfunctional immune system compromised by chronic infection, unhealthy lifestyles, stress, and poor psychological health. Finally, the book provides an unbiased assessment of a number of controversies surrounding cancer causes and prevention, including screening and genetic testing, vitamin supplementation, genetically modified foods, chemical food additives, and cellular phones and deodorants as potential cancer-causing agents. Zusammenfassung This book offers clear! accessible information on the causes of cancer and the multiple ways people can reduce their risk for this insidious disease. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Risk Factors for Commonly Diagnosed Cancer Diseases 1. Bladder Cancer 2. Brain Cancer 3. Breast Cancer 4. Cervical Cancer 5. Colorectal Cancer 6. Esophageal Cancer 7. Gastric Cancer 8. Head and Neck Cancer 9. Leukemia and Lymphoma 10. Liver Cancer 11. Lung Cancer 12. Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers 13. Pancreatic Cancer 14. Prostate Cancer 15. Skin Cancer 16. Occupation-Associated Cancer Part II: Behaviors and Controversies 17. Nutrition and Cancer 18. Body Weight and Cancer 19. Immune System and Cancer Risk 20. Controversies Concerning Cancer Screening's Benefits and Disadvantages 21. Controversies Surrounding Dietary Supplements and Foods for Cancer Prevention 22. Controversies Regarding Commonly Perceived Risk Factors and Cancer 23. Conclusion Resources References Index ...
