
Why Avoiding Cancer is Now Possible
Brad Stanfield
Nov 3, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Avoid full-body MRI scans without symptoms to prevent unnecessary procedures
The American College of Radiology does not recommend full-body MRI scans for people without symptoms, as they often lead to unnecessary and potentially harmful follow-up procedures without evidence of saving lives.
Utilize weight loss medications as effective health tools
Medications like Ozempic should not be seen as a bad thing but rather as another tool to help people lose weight and stay healthy.
Prioritize vaccinations to combat infection-related cancers
It's estimated that 13% of all cancers worldwide are caused by infections, highlighting the importance of vaccinations.
Achieve zero cervical cancer cases with HPV vaccination
In Scotland, women who were fully vaccinated against HPV, a virus that can cause cervical cancer, had zero reported cases of the disease.
Utilize Galleri blood test for early cancer detection
New tests like the Galleri blood test promise to find many types of cancer early from a simple blood sample, though more research is needed before widespread use.
Eliminate alcohol to reduce cancer risk
Research from the American Institute for Cancer found that just one drink a day can raise the risk of several common cancers, so it's best not to drink any alcohol.
Incorporate 'exercise snacks' into busy days for health benefits
On busy days, you can do 'exercise snacks,' which are short bursts of exercise like push-ups or sit-ups during breaks to accumulate health benefits.
Choose Beauty of Joseon sunscreen for safe sun protection
The speaker personally uses Beauty of Joseon sunscreen (SPF 50) because it lacks 12 FDA-flagged ingredients and contains new, non-absorbable filters like bemeotrizinol.
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