Just as the question, “what is it to be human?”, has troubled humans from the beginning of history, the question, “what is the human microbiome?” has troubled researchers since the … Read more
Microbiome
A higher intake of plant-based products along with a lower intake of animal products may reduce the risk of digestive and lung cancers
In November 2018 researchers from France published the results of their study to assess the association between a plant-based dietary score and cancer risk. A higher plant-based dietary score reflects … Read more
Frequent and moderate users of beauty products and frequent users of skincare products appear to have an increased risk of breast cancer
In February 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between the use of personal care products and breast cancer. The personal care … Read more
Environmental risk factors, for example air pollution, is accountable for 16% of cancer deaths which rises to 36% for lung cancer deaths
In November 2018 researchers from the UK published their review on environmental risk factors and their impact on cancer. They stated that one study had shown environmental factors were accountable … Read more
Air pollution has a negative impact on diseases, such as tracheal, bronchial and lung cancer, congestive obstructive pulmonary disease, ischaemic heart disease and stroke
In December 2018 a researcher from Germany published his assessment on how air pollution impacts the global burden of diseases, such as tracheal, bronchial and lung cancer, congestive obstructive pulmonary … Read more
Whole grains and dairy products appear to decrease the risk of colorectal cancer whilst red and processed meat and alcohol increase the risk
In August 2017 researchers from the UK published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between food, beverage and alcohol intake and risk of colorectal cancer. … Read more
A high intake of whole grains, vegetables, fruit and dairy products reduces the risk of colorectal cancer, whilst red meat and processed meat increase the risk
In May 2017 researchers from Germany, Austria and Belgium published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the relationship between the consumption of 12 major food groups and … Read more
Hairdressers using hair dyes tend to have an increased level of oxidative stress which is a risk factor for cancer
In May 2018 researchers from Italy published their study to assess the level of oxidative stress in hairdressers and consumers exposed to hair dyes. Saliva samples were collected from hairdressers, … Read more
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids also known as omega-3 PUFAs, omega-3 fatty acids and even “n-3s,”
In the 1970s, researchers from Demark discovered that although the Inuits in Greenland ate a … Read more
Researchers call for individuals to apply sunscreen or use nitrile examination gloves when undergoing a gel manicure to prevent photoaging and skin cancer
In March 2018 researchers from the USA published their review highlighting the dangers of gel manicures. They stated that the specially formulated nail polish used during a gel manicure must … Read more
Hair dye users, especially females, have a 14% risk of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, the risk being higher for those using hair dyes for more than 20 years
In December 2018 researchers from China published the results of their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association of hair dye use and risk of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. … Read more
Hair dye use appears to be associated with a 18.8% increased risk of developing breast cancer
In February 2018 researchers from the UK published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the use of hair dyes and the risk of breast cancer. A total … Read more
Hair dye use under certain circumstances may be associated with an increased risk of leukaemia
In October 2017 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between the use of hair dyes and risk of leukaemia. A … Read more
150 minutes walking per week appears to improve balance, lower extremity strength, postural sway and body mass in patients undergoing chemotherapy for advanced gastrointestinal cancer
In October 2018 researchers from Germany published the results of their study to assess the effect of a home-based exercise programme on individuals with advanced stage gastrointestinal cancer. 44 individuals … Read more
Red meat appears to increase the risk of breast cancer but not prostate cancer
In January 2018 researchers from France published the results of their study to assess the association between red and processed meat consumption and risk of breast and prostate cancer. 61,476 … Read more
Endocrine disrupting chemicals
Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) can be either a single chemical or a mixture of chemicals that are able to interfere with any aspect of hormonal action. They are generally man-made and … Read more
Circadian rhythm
Circadian disruption has been classified as probably carcinogenic to humans by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer. So what is it?
The circadian clock is the … Read more
Physical activity following treatment for breast cancer may improve health-related quality of life, emotional wellbeing, anxiety and cardiorespiratory fitness
In January 2018 researchers from the UK published their review of the scientific literature to assess the effect of physical activity in women with breast cancer who have undergone treatment. … Read more
Individuals who exercise more following the diagnosis of non-metastatic prostate cancer have a lower risk of dying from prostate cancer
In December 2017 researchers from the USA assessed the effect of physical activity on risk of dying from prostate cancer in individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer. 7,328 men who had … Read more
Yoga appears to improve quality of life as well as reducing fatigue, sleep disturbances, depression and anxiety in individuals with breast cancer
In January 2017 researchers from Germany and Australia published their review of the scientific literature to assess the effect of yoga on quality of life, mental health and cancer-related symptoms … Read more