In recent years, the incidence of cancer in my country has been increasing year by year. Affected by various characteristics of cancer, most cancer patients enter the advanced stage when they are discovered, so the cure rate of clinical cancer in my country has always been unsatisfactory.
Therefore, we are all full of fear of cancer, and there are more and more so-called popular science content about cancer prevention and control. Some people believe in popular science content online. The most widely circulated is: lamb is an accelerator for cancer cells.
Lamb is rich in protein and cellulose, which can produce more calories and is of great help in replenishing deficiency and replenishing qi in winter. If your hands and feet are often cold and weak, eating mutton can play a role in replenishing qi and replenishing deficiency.
As a high-protein meat, mutton has different medical evaluations. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that mutton is a nutritious ingredient, but WHO lists mutton as a carcinogen.
Is mutton a "accelerator" for cancer cells?
Pork, beef, mutton, etc. are all red meat. Red meat has been listed as a grade 2a carcinogen, so many people think that mutton is an accelerator for cancer. So is this really the case?
Adjust supplementation of red meat is good for the body. It can supplement the high-quality protein and vitamins needed for the human body, and is also the source of our energy.
Lamb is also rich in protein, iron, zinc, calcium and other trace elements, which are easily absorbed and utilized by the body and have a high health value. There is no scientific basis for the statement that "mutton is a catalyst for cancer."
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that mutton is a warm and tonic ingredient, which can have the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach, is beneficial to the body, and does not have the risk of cancer.
Eating mutton appropriately will not affect your health, but if you eat it in large quantities or cook it incorrectly, it may cause harm to the human body.
WHO : These 4 kinds of meat, keep your mouth under control as soon as possible
Various types of red meat
Research has found that eating too much red meat will increase the level of antibodies in the body, trigger inflammation, and increase the risk of cancer. Red meat has been listed as a Class 2a carcinogen by the World Health Organization, and the content of backlash fatty acids is high. Intake of large amounts of trans fatty acids in the body can easily induce diabetes , cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases , cancer, etc.
Therefore, regarding various red meats, you must control your intake and control your mouth as soon as possible. It is recommended to consume 50~75 grams of poultry and livestock every day. Try to cook as much as possible to avoid frying and roasting.
processed meat
processed meat includes ham, sausage, bacon, etc. These meats are all carcinogens. Research has found that if each person consumes 50 grams of processed meat every day, the risk of colon cancer will increase by 18%. The reason why processed meat causes cancer is because the nitrite . After the nitrite enters the body, it will bind to the secondary ammonia of the protein, producing a very strong carcinogen nitrite , so you must keep your mouth under control. It is OK to eat it once or twice occasionally, but you should also buy it through regular channels and choose low-fat, low-salt, non-smoked and roasted processed meat.
Barbecue
If charcoal is used, the fat in the meat will drip into the fire and produce benzopyrene . This substance has been listed as a class of carcinogen by the World Organization.
Barbecued meat can easily react with amino acid and glucose in meat under high temperature conditions, producing the carcinogen heterocyclic amine . And the higher the temperature, the more heterocyclic amines are generated.
sashimi
research found that between 1978 and 2015, the number of heterospicious nematodes in the global marine organisms increased sharply by 283 times. Larvae can parasitize the inner lining of the gastrointestinal intestines, causing inflammation and abdominal pain, and in severe cases, leading to gallstones and intestinal obstruction.
Eating seafood raw may cause bacterial infection, sepsis, gastroenteritis , hepatitis A , etc. Therefore, try to avoid eating seafood raw, and use heating or special treatment. It is best to eat safely after disinfection and sterilization.
How to prevent cancer in life?
stick to exercise
Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer, such as breast cancer , colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, etc. Exercise can also improve the quality of life and eliminate psychological difficulties. It is recommended to exercise for half an hour each time 5 days a week.
Healthy diet
It is recommended to consume two kilograms of vegetables and one kilogram of fruit every day, and do not eat more than one kilogram of meat every week. This diet can ensure that the human body needs sufficient nutrients every day, and can also avoid excessive and biased diet. Try to eat meat in the morning or at noon.
regular screening
If you have a family history of cancer, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a professional cancer prevention physical examination regularly. For the general population, you should pay attention to regular cancer screening after the age of 40, which will help with early diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
Control body weight
Obesity can increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, bone and joint diseases, and cancer. About 20 different types of cancer are related to obesity.
If you want to prevent cancer, you must control your weight and control your weight within the standard range. The waist circumference of men should be within 85 cm, and the waist circumference of women should not exceed 80 cm.
