It will never happen to me!

Many of us live our lives largely unaffected by news events or by the turmoil of others. We are bombarded with atrocious events in the print and news media and think to ourselves "It will never happen to me". We have empathy for those affected by war, disease, violence and poverty, but it rarely extent past our comfort zone. This week I was forced out of my comfort zone. Media reports had a direct impact on my live and the plight of someone conjured up painful memories.

Last week news broke that the final death blow was delivered to the organization I work for. Legislation fashioned in an undemocratic manner was adopted and signed thereby blighting the future careers of all of us who are affected. A sombre mood followed. Having to face the challenge of integrating with another organization, not having a clear sense of direction and being confused by the process that is to follow is daunting to say the least.

For the first time decisions made by government will have a direct impact on my life. It's easy to slip into depression and become muted or even passive aggressive due to a sense of powerlessness. Reading the news articles I wonder how many other people read about their fate in the news and whether the feeling of obscurity I had is the same. As the initial impact passed and the shockwaves grew slighter, I realized how resilient one must be to survive. I adopted an attitude of liability towards my own future; no matter what will be thrown at me I will be prepared to face the challenge. It may be easier said than done, but being negative and anticipating that which I don't know will only hinder the successful negotiation of my future. This holds true for most trials in life.

During the same week a colleague was diagnosed with cancer and a famous actress, I admired, died from the disease. My colleague is a young vibrant woman who has always been in great health and good spirit. The news of her illness visibly destroyed her. Having an oncologist tell you to make sure your affairs are in order is the worst words anyone can hear. The same words fell on my mother's ears just over 4 years ago. She learned that she had terminal cancer and had less than 18 months to live. We all know that we are going to die, how ominious it must be to know your specific deadline.

I saw my mother go through all the phases from denial, anger, bargaining and depression. Acceptance was tough for all of us but most arduous for my mother. I saw the strong woman that raised me wither away as the disease ravaged her body and at times stripped her of her dignity. The morning she died I felt relieved that her suffering was over. It took a long time to eliminate the visual memory of my dying mother and surrogate it with a memory of her at her prime - therapy helped. We were fortunate, we had time to prepare and had time to say good bye. I am not sure I understand how difficult it must have been for her during the last 9 months of her life, but she remained strong willed until sheer will and faith was not enough.

Cancer is an inhumane and indiscriminate disease. Saying good bye to my colleague as she sets off on the battle of her life, the memory of my mother prevented me from saying phrases like "Stay strong", "You can beat this" and "Everything is going to be ok" - those words are futile. She will not stay strong, she may die and things are not going to be ok: She will be sick from treatments; her body will be scarred from surgery; emotionally she will go to the darkest places she has ever been and if she survives the memory of her illness will haunt her every time she falls ill, discovers a lump or see her scars. The only words of encouragement I could muster was "Laugh every opportunity you get, cry when you must, take it a day at a time and never loose your will to live".

The past week helped me get perspective. As I said before, there are no certainties in life and that which is unexpected in all probability could happen to you. I realized that I should be grateful for what I have in my life and embrace adversities as it can only devastate me if I allow it to. The challenges that I face seem insignificant compared to that of others, and I will always remember that all people's experiences are inherently egoistic. Your own problems, at the end of the day, are more important to you than those of others.

I challenge everyone who read this to take a "tea break" from your own life and have a good look around you and savour the moment.

Don't let an opportunity go by to laugh. Don't be afraid to cry. Life is too short.

Skin cancer - Warnings and Signs about Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States - an estimated million cases are diagnosed annually and around 20% of people will show signs of skin cancer at some point during their lifetime. Less than 1,000 people die from skin cancer in a typical year, although if you have any skin cancer symptoms or experienced any skin cancer warning signs, it's important to have them checked.

People of all skin tones can develop skin cancer, including those with darker skin tones; and it's important to know what some of the skin cancer warning signs are. Skin cancer tends to develop more on those parts of the body that are more often exposed to the sun - face, neck, chest, back, arms and legs - although it can also develop on areas not usually exposed to sunlight.

There are several types of skin cancer; melanoma is the most serious and causes the most deaths. Anyone can get melanoma, although if there is a history of it in your family, you are more susceptible. And if you spend lots of time outdoors, live at a higher altitude where UV rays are not filtered as effectively, or have had several bad sunburns, you also have a higher risk of developing melanoma.

Moles and freckles are two of the biggest warning signs of melanoma. A melanoma can not only form on the skin, but will frequently grow from an existing mole or freckle. One of the biggest differences between normal moles and melanomas is the color - a normal mole or freckle is black or brown, with a well-defined edge; a melanoma is often multicolored, has different shades, or may ooze fluid.

It's possible to examine your own body regularly to try to keep track of any freckles, moles or blemishes. Be particularly careful of any that seem to grow in size, are different colors or won't heal. If in doubt, always have any suspicious moles or freckles examined by a doctor - the sooner they are treated, the less chance of the disease spreading to other parts of the body.

Basal cell carcinoma is the commonest form of the disease also. Warning signs include a flesh-colored or brown lesion on the back or chest, or a waxy bump on the neck, face or ears. This type of skin cancer is not likely to spread to other areas of the body; it's also fairly easy to treat. Squamous cell carcinoma is also easily treated; warning symptoms of this include a lesion with a crusty surface on the arms or face; or a red nodule on the face, neck or arms.

There are several less common forms of skin cancer. Merkel cell carcinoma is rare, although it can spread rapidly. The warning signs are firm, shiny nodules found in hair follicles and just below the skin on areas of the body exposed to the sun. Also rare is Kaposi's sarcoma, found mainly in people with a weakened immune system; warning signs are purple patches on the skin. Sebaceous gland carcinoma is characterized by hard nodules on the body, especially on the eyelid.

Skin cancer is completely curable, if found and treated early enough. The hard part is perhaps determining what the warning sign of skin cancer is and what is normal - if in any doubt, have it checked out by a doctor or skin specialist.

What Causes Chemo Brain

Many cancer survivors who received chemotherapy suffer from memory loss, inability to concentrate, and problems with cognition and comprehension. Over time, this range of symptoms gained the name of 'chemo brain' or 'chemo fog.' For some survivors, these symptoms endure only for a few months or a year, but others suffer much longer.

A nine-year cancer/chemo survivor myself, I still live with chemo brain. My oncologist thought depression caused these mental symptoms. Yet even after antidepressants got the depression under control, chemo brain still flourished.

For years this syndrome stymied medical professonals. A recent WebMD article stated: "Until recently, doctors told cancer patients who developed memory loss, seizures, vision problems, and dementia that their ailments — collectively dubbed "chemo brain" — resulted from treatment-related fatigue, depression, and anxiety." (1)

About five years ago, while searching WebMD for info on breast cancer survival, a link popped up. The link led me to an article about breast cancer survivors who suffered from the same cognitive difficulties I had experienced. This article referred to these difficulties as 'chemo brain' or 'chemo fog,' the first time I had ever heard those terms. Researchers ran MRIs on these women as they received their chemo treatments. The MRIs vividly portrayed changes in the brains of these women during their chemo.

This article offered the first proof I had ever found that chemo brain was real and that medical professionals finally acknowledged it and tried to determine its cause. Since chemotherapy consists of chemicals that kill cells (many healthy cells along with the cancerous ones), it makes sense to me that chemo could literally cause such changes in the brain. It also makes sense to me that such 'brain change' could result in chemo brain symptoms. Oddly enough, this information relieved me intensely. I was not 'losing my mind,' as I had feared.

Many professionals in the cancer field now accept chemo brain as a reality. Further research has uncovered more information on its possible causes. "Reporting in the April 22 issue of Journal of Biology, researcher Mark Noble, PhD, director of the University of Rochester Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Institute, links the drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) to extensive damage among specific groups of cells in the central nervous system..." (1) 5-FU is a common chemotherapy drug.

A different article discusses this same study of the chemo drug 5-FU. This second article indicates the mice in the study suffered damage to the cells which produce myelin. Myelin "coats the nerves and helps them transmit signals to and from the brain. Large areas of the mice's brains didn't have enough myelin." (2)

This study, carried out by researchers from the University of Rochester Medical Centre in New York State, US, and Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts, US, was published in the Journal of Biology. This study suggests that such myelin deficiency could account for the cognitive problems known as chemo brain.

However, even if chemotherapy actually causes chemo brain, that does not mean one should avoid chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is a long-standing treatment for various forms of cancer and has helped transform many cancer victims into cancer survivors such as myself. Even with the loss of cognitive abilities I have suffered due to chemo brain, that is an infinitesimal price to pay to be alive today, nine

Cancer prevention: BREAST CANCER- What's age got to do with it?

The number of candles on your birthday cake can help predict your risk of breast cancer and the severity of the disease, research shows. But every woman has the power to outwit her biological clock. One of the most important breast cancer risk factors-in addition to being a female, overweight or having a family history of the disease-is your age, a mounting body of research shows. Breast cancer research offers more and more evidence that you can influence your own breast cancer future by picking up some good habits--and your age says a lot about which habits are key.

The following decade-by-decade guide suggests a few steps that every woman can take to protect her breast health, with extra emphasis on monitoring any changes so that problems can be caught early, when cancer is easier to treat.

Here's what you can do to cut your breast cancer risk if you're in your... IF YOU'RE IN YOUR 20s...

Most twenty-somethings are too busy finishing school, launching careers, and starting families to consider their risk of breast cancer, which is rare: The probability of a woman in her 20s developing the disease is only 1 in 1,837. But your 20s are the ideal time to start reducing your risk of getting the disease in the future. Here's what you can do.

1. Get a clinical breast exam. These tests involve a physical exam by a medical professional and should be repeated at least every three years during your 20s.

2. Be breast aware. Though some doctors now consider breast self-exams optional, it's a smart idea to become familiar with your breasts so you notice any small changes, which you should then bring to the attention of your doctor ASAP.

3• Break a sweat "Regular physical activity reverses the effects of high insulin and estrogen levels-both of which have been linked to an increase in breast cancer risk,". In the Nurses' Health Study II of nearly 65,000 women, those who reported an average of 3.25 hours per week of running or 13 hours per week of walking when they were younger had a 23 percent lower risk of developing premenopausal breast cancer than those who exercised less. Activity from ages 12 to 22 seemed to provide the strongest protection against cancer, the researchers say. 4• Have a baby Hey, it's your life, but all science is saying, is that as far as breast cancer goes, having a baby lowers your risk. Furthermore, it's better to procreate sooner than later. Women who have children at a younger age are at a decreased risk. Not only that, breastfeeding lowers your breast cancer risk as well.

5• Cut back on the cosmos Experts have linked alcohol consumption to an increase in breast cancer risk. A study from the British Journal of Cancer shows a 7 percent hike for every drink per day. So try not to let happy hour get too happy. ..... Alcohol use increases your risk for breast cancer. Try to limit yourself to no more than one drink per day.

6. Find out if you're at high risk. If breast cancer runs in your family, talk to your doctor about whether you need stepped up screening.

7. If you have children, breast-feed them for at least six months. Some studies suggest that breast-feeding may slightly lower breast cancer risk, particularly if a woman continues breast feeding for one and a half to two years. A recent study by researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center showed that breast feeding for six months or longer reduced the risk of low grade, slow-growing breast cancer by 20%, while the risk of triple-negative disease was cut by 50%.

8. Stay active. Studies suggest that exercising three to four hours per week at moderate or vigorous levels can reduce your risk of breast cancer by about 20%. Whether it's brisk walking, biking, dancing, or jogging, work to keep your heart rate above its baseline level for at least 20 minutes at a time.

9. Eat a healthy diet. While the relationship between diet and cancer is far from established, research suggests that a plant-based diet is associated with reduced risks for several cancers. The National Cancer Institute has for many years recommended that members of the general population eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day, but Dr. McTiernan points out that most experts on cancer and diet recommend at least double that amount. Focus especially on eating a variety of brightly colored vegetables and fruits, as these contain the highest concentrations of vitamins.

A recent study showed that breast feeding for six months or longer reduced the risk of low grade, slow-growing breast cancer by 20%.

IF YOU'RE IN YOUR 30s... By now, you've got your doctor's office number programmed into your Blackberry-but that doesn't mean you always make regular appointments. Breast cancer rates for women in their 30s are still relatively low, but this is the time to get serious about monitoring your breasts for any changes. Here's some good breast-healthy behavior to cultivate during this decade.

1. Get a clinical breast exam every three years. Also, monitor your own breasts, and if you notice any changes, alert your doctor. If you're at high risk due to a close family history, your doctor may want you to start getting annual mammograms as well.

2. Drink less alcohol. .

3. If you have children, breast-feed them for at least six months.

4. Avoid eating too much red and processed meat. Limit your intake of red meat to 4 ounces (about the size of a deck of cards) per day on average; also avoid meats such as sausages and bologna. The chemicals that are used to process the meats have been found to cause several kinds of cancers.

Strive also to eat 10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day and minimize your intake of high-calorie foods such as sugary drinks, juice, desserts, and candies, as well as refined breads and chips.

5. Stay active.

6• Get calcium and D Taking 1,000 milligrams of calcium and 350 IU of vitamin D is associated with a decreased risk for premenopausal breast cancer, according to data from the Women's Health Study, a large trial of more than 30,000 women. To help your body manufacture the D it needs, spend 5 to 10 minutes in the sun a few days a week without SPF protection (depending on the time of year and where you live), and take vitamin D supplements that contain D3, which the body i better able to use. 7• Get grill savvy If you do eat steak, marinate it overnight in teriyaki or turmeric-garlic sauce to reduce the carcinogenic compounds that are produced when it's grilled, according to research from the University of Hawaii. Other studies show that a shorter grilling also creates fewer carcinogens. 8• Know where you stand If you're at least 35 years old, check out the National Cancer Institute's risk-assessment tool at cancer.gov/bcrisktool. After answering a series of questions, you'll find out your probability of getting breast cancer in the next five years and over your lifetime. If your risk is high, visiting a high-risk breast cancer clinic where you can receive counseling about prevention, screening and other options, such as genetic testing. 9.De-stress Stressful life events increase your risk of breast cancer The relationship between attitude, outlook, mood, and breast cancer is up for debate, but a recent Israeli studyof women under the age of 45 found that exposure to several stressful life events, such as the divorce or death of parents before 20 years of age, was associated with breast cancer. "Experiencing more than one [negative] meaningful life event...is a risk factor for breast cancer among young women.

IF YOU'RE IN YOUR 40s...

Women in their 40s need to be more vigilant than ever about their breast screening as cancer rates start to increase at this time of life: The probability of a woman in her 40s developing the disease is 1 in 70. Implementing healthy habits such as these becomes even more important.

1. Schedule an annual mammogram and clinical exam, and check your own breasts. The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 40 and older get a mammogram and a clinical breast exam every year. Also, become familiar with your own breast: If you notice any changes, tell your doctor about them immediately. Chances are good that any changes you notice, such as fibrocystic breast changes, are harmless, but it's still essential to have anything new or unusual checked out.

2. Drink less alcohol.

3. Eat a healthy diet. While the relationship between diet and cancer is far from established, research suggests that a plant-based diet is associated with reduced risks for several cancers. The National Cancer Institute has for many years recommended that members of the general population eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day, but most experts on cancer and diet recommend at least double that amount. Focus especially on eating a variety of brightly colored vegetables and fruits, as these contain the highest concentrations of vitamins.

3. Watch your waistline If not for vanity, then do it for health. Piling on the pounds ups your chances of getting breast cancer. In postmenopausal women, since the ovaries no longer make estrogen, the majority of it is produced in the fat tissue. That means people with a higher percentage of the body fat have more estrogen in their bodies and therefore have a greater breast cancer risk. 4. De-fat your diet Reducing fat intake to 20 percent of calories (the USDA recommends limiting fat to 30 percent) helps regulate insulin and other hormones that may encourage tumor growth, according to the Women's Intervention Nutrition Study, a clinical trial of almost 2,500 women ages 48 to 79 with early-stage breast cancer. Their chance of recurrence was 24 percent lower than that of a control group who ate more fat. 5. Limit HRT The Women's health Initiative Randomized Controlled Trial, a large study of women age 50 to 79, found that five years of combine hormone replacement therapy (HRT)-where both estrogen and progesterone are used-was associated with an increase in the incidence of breast cancer in the recipients, compared with women who took a placebo. Some research has shown that younger women on HRT may not run the same cancer risk. Still, experts suggest using it for the shortest amount of time possible. 6. Stay active.

7. Avoid unnecessary exposure to cancer-causing substances. Radiation and some chemicals are known to cause cancer. Make sure that any physician who orders an X-ray for you, especially high dose ones like CT scans, knows how many previous X-rays you have had. If it is not an emergency situation, ask if there is an alternative examination that would suit your situation, such as an u;trasound orMRI, neither of which involves radiation." (Your doctor can help you weigh the relative risk of momentary exposure to radiation versus not having an X-ray or CT scan that may be medically necessary.) Also, if you work in an industry or occupation where you are exposed to radiation or chemicals, be very careful to follow the regulations of your company and the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration."

Scientists have identified more than 200 potential breast carcinogens As a basic rule of thumb, when faced with food, cosmetics, or household products that are loaded with preservatives or other artificial substances, opt when possible for products containing mostly natural ingredients.

IF YOU'RE IN YOUR 50s...

As menopause hits, breast cancer rates start to rise, and 1 in 40 women will get the disease in this decade of her life. Taking care of your health becomes more important than ever. Here are the key things you need to do to stay healthy.

1. Schedule an annual mammogram and clinical exam and check your own breasts. The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 40 and older get a mammogram and a clinical breast exam every year..

2. Drink less alcohol.

3. Maintain your body weight, or lose weight if you're overweight.

4. Eat a healthy diet.

5. Stay active.

6. Avoid (or limit) hormone replacement therapy (HRT). "Hormone replacement therapy, also known as postmenopausal hormone therapy (PHT), definitely increases your [breast cancer] risk.

7. Get enough Vitamin D. Although the recommended daily allowance of vitamin D is 400 IUs, some researchers think this amount is too low, reports Dr. McTiernan. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, noting the beneficial effect that vitamin D has been observed to have on breast cancer risk, suggested that higher levels--1,000 IUs of vitamin D a day--may be a convenient and cost-effective way to reduce that risk. (The Institute of Medicine of the National Academies advises that daily intake of vitamin D above 2,000 IU could be dangerous.) Vitamin D occurs naturally in fish and eggs and is commonly found in fortified dairy products

IF YOU'RE IN YOUR 60s OR OLDER...

The average age of a woman who receives a breast cancer diagnosis is 62, which is why women in their 60s need to be more vigilant than ever about breast health.

1. Continue getting annual mammograms and annual clinical exams. Screening becomes more important the older you get because your risk keeps going up. Fortunately, the older you get, the more fatty your breasts, and the easier it is to read mammograms 2. Track any changes in your own breasts. The older you are, the easier it is to do breast self-exams (BSEs), because breasts are less dense.

3. Drink less alcohol.

4. Exercise regularly.

5. Eat a healthy diet.

6. Maintain your body weight, or lose weight if you're overweight.

Despite the fact that women over the age of 65 run a much higher risk of developing breast cancer, a survey done last year by the National Institutes of Health shows that they are not as concerned about developing breast cancer as they were when they were younger. A woman's chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer is: • by age 30. . . 1 in2,212 • by age 40. . . 1 in 235 • by age 50. . . 1 in 54 • by age 60. . . 1 in 23 • by age 70. . . 1 in 14 • by age 80. . . 1 in 10 • Ever. . . . . . . 1 in 8 The 1 in 8 figure means that, if current rates stay constant, a female born today has a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer sometime during her life. Despite these other risk factors, age remains the greatest risk factor. The longer you live the greater your risk of developing breast cancer.It only makes sense, considering these statistics, to adopt a healthy lifestyle-protective and preventive against breast cancer-as early in life as possible; this will also help you live your best life, besides decreasing your risk of breast cancer.

Are Doctors Decieving Us About Cancer Cure?

"The People" have had enough apparently!

An "insider" revealed today that the "World of Medicine" is scamming people - and even worse: with the help of "law-makers!"

It seems that "money" (as usual) has blinded doctors and medical practitioners to the degree that they are now willingly *suppressing* the truth regarding cancer - its control, management, and even its cure!

That's right: "cure!"

And what should shock you even more:

It seems that it's against the law to say the word "cure" when describing anything that actually cures you.

Yet it's very much okay to say that something "treats" or helps "offset" the symptoms of some health condition or disease.

But if you say "cure" (and even including when you in fact have a real and bona fide cure for something and can even prove it!) you can get arrested.

Ever wonder why we have a "healthcare" industry and not a "healthcure" industry?

It's simply because no one's out to "cure" anyone because there's little money in doing so.

Instead, keeping you sick and marginally pain-free is all anyone's really out to do for you these days - as doing so means you being "forced" to buy all the same drugs over and over again, and again, and ... (you get the point!)

Of course, if a cure came along it would mean you buy it one time, and then you're cured - and that's that (over and done!)

But a number of doctors, philanthropists, and just plain old "good folks" armed with "real answers" and "real solutions" are stepping up and are NOT afraid of "Uncle Big-Bully Brother!"

One courageous fellow by the name of Melford Bibens, CPT, is doing exactly this, as he's helped many people overcome "naturally" the dreaded disease of Cancer!

Not only that, but Melford has lectured and personally helped individuals beat the disease to the point that proven sufferers have actually gotten re-diagnoses as "no longer having the disease at all!" (Something that's pretty much always been ruled out as a possibility altogether! - and now which may even be against the law!)

But it's not certain how long Melford will be allowed to do this because "Uncle Sambo" has actually started using "Gestapo" tactics whereby people and businesses truly offering "cures" have been raided with masked armed police who even go to the point of forcing customers in the stores to get down on the floor at gunpoint!

So, if you're wise and want to find out about this while it's still possible for you to do so, then just visit this link now:

~~~> http://www.UltimateCancerSolution.com/crushbug

But don't be surprised if one day soon you return to find this site completely removed with a US Flag waving in its place (in the name of "freedom" no less!)

New research finds symptoms of Ovarian cancer that could mean earlier detection and treatment

A study of ovarian cancer sufferers has found that there are certain tell-tale signs of the disease which, it is hoped, will reduce the number cases that are discovered too late.

Ovarian cancer has always been deemed to be a silent killer but the study by Australian researchers at the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre, has identified several early warning signs that women should be aware of.

The signs include abdominal bloating, abdominal or back pain, appetite loss or feeling full quickly, changes in toilet habits, unexplained weight loss or gain, indigestion or heartburn, and fatigue.

There is no screening test for ovarian cancer so doctors advise that if women experience these symptoms persistently and they seem unusual to see a doctor sooner rather than later.

Several internet web sites are currently promoting the wonders of Red Fruit Oil in the prevention and treatment of among others, ovarian cancer, stroke, hypertension, hepatitis, osteoporosis and diabetes and Hiv/AIDS.

Found only in the Indonesian Island of Papua, this red fruit is more commonly called kuansu by the Papuans and "Buah Merah" (Red Fruit) by the Indonesians. The fruit is very popular in these regions where it is regularly harvested as food.

The fruit contains Beta-carotene, antioxidants, Omega 9 and Omega 3 all of which help to increase the body's resistance to diseases.

A wealth of information about this new panacea can be found at http://www.redfruitoil.com as well as testimonials, research data and an option to buy the product direct from the web site.

There are several forms of ovarian cancer treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy and new approaches are emerging all the time.

The use of Red Fruit Oil is the latest alternative cancer therapy on the market and is available as oil o

Prostate Nutrition - Eating Right Can Help Prevent Cancer

Your nutrition significantly impacts your risk for prostate problems. Young men need to realize that their choice of diet now is going to affect that risk as they get older as well. No matter how old you are right now or what your diet looks like you can still make positive changes. It may be difficult at first but soon you will find you love the way you feel when you eat healthy. You will also be protecting your prostate from the development of cancer.

It should be a wake up call that over half of all men will experience prostate problems by the time they are 50 years of age. The fact that in the past three decades the number of men suffering from it has increased more than 5 times means it is time for people to take action. Genetic links only account for a very small percentage of prostate problems. The rest all have to do with lifestyle. If you have a family history of prostate cancer then you need to be even more concerned about living a healthy lifestyle.

For those that aren't aware, the prostate is a small gland that is found around the bladder, scrotum, and rectum. The prostate is responsible for you to secrete both semen and urine. These may be simple functions you take for granted until you aren't able to do them without it being painful.

If you get an infection in this area then it will be very painful when you use the bathroom or you have an orgasm. You want to prevent such an infection from occurring. There are quite a few ways in which they can occur though. If you have unprotected sex with multiple partners then you may end up with an STD called Chlamydia. It is very important to be responsible when it comes to your sexual activities. Not only for your prostate but your overall health.

If you don't eat the healthiest diet then you are increasing your risk of prostate problems including cancer. Eating plenty of foods with tomato sauce can lower your risk. This is due to the fact that it contains lycopene which will protect you from many other types of cancer as well. Fresh tomatoes contain Beta Carotene which is also very effective for fighting off prostate problems.

As an added line of defense you should also consider taking a daily multi-vitamin. This way your body will get essential vitamins and nutrients that you don't get from your diet. Make sure you keep them in a location where you will remember to take them each day. It can be hard to get into the habit of doing so if they are put away.

Bone Cancer

Cancer that begins in the bone is called primary bone cancer. Primary bone cancer is relatively uncommon in comparison with secondary or metastatic cancer (cancer that occurs initially in another organ and then spreads to bone tissue).

Cancer may also develop in associated bone structures, including the marrow and the connective tissues. Some types of bone cancer may spread to other organs. With modern therapies, the outlook for many patients (especially those with primary bone cancer) has improved significantly.

Symptoms of Bone Cancer:

1.Pain and tenderness in the affected bones. The pain is usually dull and localized and is often worse at night. Swelling or a noticeable tumor or mass around the site of a primary tumor. (Swelling generally does not occur with metastatic tumors.) 2.Greater susceptibility to bone fractures (as healthy bone cells are replaced by malignant ones).

Causes of Bone Cancer: 1.The cause of primary bone cancer is unknown, but hereditary factors, environmental factors, trauma, or excessive radiation therapy (to treat other types of cancer) may be involved. 2.Metastatic bone cancer most often stems from cancer of the breast, lung, prostate, thyroid, or kidney. Multiple myeloma (a cancer of the bone marrow) may also affect the bones. 3.The incidence of bone cancer is higher in patients with Pagets disease, a degenerative bone disease.

Treatment:

The treatment of cancer of the bone, especially metastatic cancer, has two goals: management of the neoplasm and management of the symptoms produced by the local lesion. Prognosis is affected by a patient's age, the size of the primary tumor, grade and stage, degree of lymphatic and blood vessel invasion, the duration of symptoms and the location of the tumor on the arm, leg or trunk. There are two ways bone metastasis is treated. Systemic therapy, aimed at cancer cells that have spread throughout the body, includes chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy. Local therapy, aimed at killing cancer cells in one specific part of the body, includes radiation therapy and surgery.

Following these nutritional tips may help reduce symptoms:

Try to eliminate suspected food allergens, such as dairy (milk, cheese, and ice cream), wheat (gluten), soy, corn, preservatives and chemical food additives. Your health care provider may want to test you for food allergies. Eat foods high in B vitamins, calcium, and iron, such as almonds, beans, whole grains (if no allergy), dark leafy greens (such as spinach and kale), and sea vegetables. Eat cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower). Eat antioxidant foods, including fruits (such as blueberries, cherries, and tomatoes), and vegetables (such as squash and bell pepper). Avoid refined foods such as white breads, pastas, and sugar. Eat fewer red meats and more lean meats, cold-water fish, tofu (soy, if no allergy) or beans for protein. Quality protein sources, such as organic meat and eggs, whey, and vegetable protein shakes, should be used as part of balanced program aimed at gaining muscle mass and preventing wasting that can sometimes be a side effects of cancer therapies. Use healthy cooking oils, such as olive oil or vegetable oil. Reduce or eliminate trans-fatty acids, found in such commercially baked goods as cookies, crackers, cakes, French fries, onion rings, donuts, processed foods, and margarine. Drink soy milk, for bone health. Avoid caffeine and other stimulants, alcohol, and tobacco. Exercise, if possible, 5 days a week.

Nutritional deficiencies with the following supplements:

A multivitamin daily, containing the antioxidant vitamins A, C, E, the B-complex vitamins, and trace minerals such as magnesium, calcium, zinc and selenium. Calcium citrate, 500 - 1000 mg daily, for bone support. Vitamin D, 400 IU daily, for bone support. Probiotic supplement (containing Lactobacillus acidophilus ), 5 to 10 billion CFUs (colony forming units) a day, for maintenance of gastrointestinal and immune health. You should refrigerate your probiotic supplements for best results. Omega 3 fatty acids, such as fish oil, 1 - 2 capsules or 1 tbsp. of oil one to two times daily, to help decrease inflammation and help with immunity. Cold-water fish, such as salmon or halibut, are good sources. Vitamin C, 500 - 1,000 mg one to two times daily, as an antioxidant and for immune support. Lycopene, 5 mg one to three times daily, for antioxidant and anticancer activity. Alpha lipoic acid, 25 - 50 mg twice daily, for antioxidant support. Resveratrol (from red wine), 50 to 200 mg daily, to help decrease inflammation and for antioxidant effects. Glucosamine Chondroitin combination supplement, 500 - 1,000 mg three times daily with food, for support of bone and connective tissue health. Coenzyme Q10, 100 - 200 mg at bedtime, for antioxidant, immune, and muscular support