The Dr. Oz Show
Airdate: Novemberb8, 2012
Biggest Cancer Risks and Dr. Oz's
Biggest Solutions!
- Ovarian, stomach and pancreatic cancer risks and solutions
- Dr. Oz's ultimate food guide to reducing cancer risks
- Knowing cancer risks can save your life, it saved hers
Do you know your cancer risks? Dr. Oz
talks about the biggest cancer risks for some of the deadliest forms
of the disease and provides solutions to support health and reduce
risks.
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Biggest
Cancer Risks and Dr. Oz's Biggest Solutions!
What is your risk
of dying from cancer? Dr. Oz asked. He's got the symptoms and
solutions to reduce risks.
Dr. Oz
Biggest Cancer Risks: Ovarian Cancer
Dr. Oz showed a
tissue sample of a normal uterus and ovaries along side a sample of
cancerous ovaries and uterus which were a good six times larger than
normal. This is a common size for cancerous ovaries when ovarian
cancer is found. Typically ovarian cancer is found and diagnosed when
it has reached stage 3 or 4.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Weight
A bulging belly and
big hips are one big risk factor for ovarian cancer. Called the
silent cancer, ovarian cancer is often diagnosed long after symptoms
appeared and when the cancer has progressed to late stages.
Being only 25
pounds over weight causes an increase to risk factors of ovarian
cancer. How many women in America are 25 pounds over weight? Way too
many and actually a person who is 25 pounds or more over weight looks
normal among our ever growing population.
Dr.
Kate Wolin, ScD, Washington University School of Medicine, says
those 25 pounds can provide a 20% increased risk of dying from
ovarian cancer. With more weight, the risks go up further from there.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Hormones and Birth Control
Hormones and birth
control pills play a role in ovarian cancer risk factors. Dr. DiljeetSingh, MD, gynecologic oncologist explains that ovarian cancer is
related to ovulation. When ovaries release eggs the ovaries
experience a tear and there is a great chance for mutated and damaged
cells to occur over time as the ovaries go through this stress.
Being on birth
control pills for five years provides a 50% decrease in ovarian
cancer risks. Dr. Singh said women should take birth control pills as
long as they are willing to provide a greater reduction in ovarian
cancer risks.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
During pregnancy
and breastfeeding, the ovaries shut down and there is no monthly
tearing of tissue, no tissue damage and no need to repair therefor
lower risks of creating damaged cells. For every pregnancy and the
greater time spent breastfeeding reduces risks of ovarian cancer.
Women who have not had children and who have not breastfed have an
increased risk of ovarian cancer.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Lactose
Lactose may be
toxic to the ovaries. Eating 30g of lactose a day can increase
ovarian cancer risks by as much as 20%. Three servings of dairy
products can provide 30g of lactose. Dr. Wolin explained that it's
not necessary to cut out all dairy products but cutting back to just
10g of lactose/dairy products a day can reduce risks. Look toward
non-dairy milks like soy, rice, almond, and coconut to replace cow's
milk.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Stress
Of course we all
know that stress is bad for us but did you know that being under
stress can promote the growth of cancer cells and in particular
ovarian cancer cells? Dr. Singh said it's hard to put a number on how
much stress is too stressful but everyone is at risk of experiencing
stress. We can't necessarily reduce stress in our daily lives but we
can increase are calming and stress reducing activities. Exercising
and laughing are two easy ways to reduce stress on a daily basis.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Risks: Family History
Both colon and
endometrial cancer within a family history can increase to risks of
developing ovarian cancer. Looking at your mom's side of the family
is where women look first but it's also important to look at the
women on your father's side of the family to gain a complete picture
of family history risks. Dr. Oz encouraged
viewers to talk to family, especially during the upcoming holidays,
talking about health risks and family history of disease.
Dr. Oz
Biggest Cancer Solutions: Ovarian Cancer
Now for the good
news. It is possible to reduce risks of ovarian cancer.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Solution: Low-Dose Birth Control
Women are now being
encouraged to stay on birth control for at least five years and for
as long as possible after that up to age 50. Women who smoke are at
higher risk for blood clots while on birth control but women over 40
who don't smoke are great candidates for low-dose birth control to
support a reduced risk of ovarian cancer.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Solution: Vitamin D
A doctor can check
blood levels of Vitamin D. Normal blood levels of Vitamin D are
around 50. Vitamin D is associated with lower risks of cancer and
with supporting the immune system. Dr. Singh said it's hard to get
Vitamin D from food so look toward supplements. Once Vitamin D blood
levels have been normalized under a doctors supervision, Dr. Singh
said supplementing with 1,000iu of Vitamin D can provide maintenance
of blood levels.
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Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Solution: Know Symptoms
Dr. Oz the most
important key to reducing risks and increasing survivability is
knowing to be aware of your body, be aware of changes, and how long a
symptom has been experienced.
- Bloating or increased abdominal size
- Pelvic or abdominal pain
- Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly
- Frequent urination or urge urinate
These are symptoms
that begin suddenly and if they happen with frequency could be a sign
of subtle changes in the body that may point to ovarian cancer risks.
Tracking the occurrence of symptoms will enable a doctor to have a
better picture of health and cancer risks.
Dr. Oz Ovarian
Cancer Solution: Fiber
Something as simple
as increase daily fiber intake to 30g daily can reduce ovarian cancer
risks by as much as 32%. Dr. Oz said this is an amazing reduction in
risks that even drugs can't provide.
Dr. Oz has put
together an ovarian cancer symptom diary as well as an ovarian cancer
questionnaire that's only one page long, easy to fill out, and even
easier to take to your doctor to discuss risks and concerns.
Dr. Oz
Biggest Cancer Risks: Pancreatic Cancer
Doctors
fear pancreatic cancer the most because it's hard to find and even
hard to treat.
Symptoms
of pancreatic cancer are:
- Abdominal and back pain
- Jaundice
- Pale colored stool
- Weight loss
- Nausea
A
Dr. Oz fan on the show shared her mother's story of dying from
pancreatic cancer. Her mother experienced pain in her side for some
time. When she visited the doctor she was told she had pneumonia. The
pain persisted so her mother visited a gastroenterologist who
conducted more tests and gave the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. By
that time it was too late and her mother died 12 weeks later.
Dr.
Oz showed a tissue sample to illustrate why it's so hard for doctors
to find and diagnosis pancreatic cancer. The pancreas sits behind all
the other organs in the abdomen close to the spinal cord. By the time
pancreatic cancer is discovered, it has most often spread through the
nerves to other areas of the body.
Patrick
Swazye and Steve Jobs both died from pancreatic cancer. Each year
44,000 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and 37,000
will die from it. Pancreatic cancer is so often fatal because it is
so hard to find and it's often found after cancer has spread to other
parts of the body.
A
new scientific discovery showed that pancreatic cancer is very slow
growing. If it is found early, pancreatic cancer has high survival
rates. Knowing your risk factors and reducing those factors are
important to maintaining health.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risks: Soda and Alcohol
Consumption
Dr.Sarah Thayer, MD, oncologist and gastroenterologist, said two sodas a
week can double risks of pancreatic cancer. The pancreas produces
insulin on it's own and by drinking two cans of soda in a week causes
pancreas to go into over drive and over it produces insulin
increasing risks of developing cancer.
Dr.
Oz said he wants people to cut soda out of their daily routine and
limit consumption to once a week or less. He has recommended red wine
for health benefits however it's important to drink in moderation by
drinking one or less alcoholic drink a day.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risks: Bacteria Causing Gum
Disease
A
recent Brown University study showed that people who have the
bacteria that leads to tartar and gum disease are at greater risks of
developing pancreatic cancer. Red, swollen gums and blood found on a
toothbrush are signs of irritation and inflammation which may be a
result of tartar and gum disease. Brushing and flossing twice daily
can reduce the risks of this bacteria and developing dental issues
that can then raise risks of pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risks: Diabetes
Pancreatic
cancer can cause diabetes and diabetes can cause pancreatic cancer.
Diabetes is caused by a imbalance in the regulation of insulin and as
discussed above, high insulin levels are are associated with greater
risks of developing pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risks: Family History
A
family history of breast or pancreatic cancer can increase risks of
pancreatic cancer. Talking to family members about disease history
can provide a picture of pancreatic cancer risk level.
Dr. Oz
Biggest Cancer Solutions: Pancreatic Cancer
And
time again for the good news, ways to reduce risks of pancreatic
cancer.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risk Solutions: Vitamin K
Green
leafy veggies can play a role in reducing the risks of Type 2
Diabetes 2 by as much as 50% and therefore reduce pancreatic cancer
risks.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risk Solutions: Baby Aspirin
It
was previously thought baby aspirin increase risks of pancreatic
cancer and caused pancreatic cancer but now the science has reversed
it's opinion. Taking one 81mg baby aspirin a month may play a role in
reducing risks of pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Oz
Pancreatic Cancer Risk Solutions: Talk to Your
Doctor
If
you believe you're at risk for pancreatic or any cancer it's
important to talk to doctor and come prepared with family history and
lifestyle information. Doctors are able to measure risks of
pancreatic cancer by conducting an ultrasound, taking a blood test,
and utilizing a CT scan.
Dr. Oz
Biggest Cancer Risks: Stomach Cancer
Stomach
cancer was on the decline until the 1990's when it surprisingly began
to increase and women have seen the biggest increase.
Robynne
Chutkan, MD, gastroenterologist, said there are three reasons why
women are seeing greater risks of stomach cancer. First, women may be
eating more foods that increase risks; second, stomach cancer is more
aggressive; and third, an specific type of infection may increase
risks.
Dr. Oz Stomach
Cancer Risks: Symptoms
- Feeling full faster
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Bloating after meals
Dr.
Thayer explained that while these symptoms could be common and may be
experienced when there is no risk of cancer, if the symptoms are
frequent or they don't respond to basic over-the-counter treatments
they could present a risk.
Dr. Oz Stomach
Cancer Risks: H. Pylori
Infection
with the bacteria H. Pylori increases the risks of stomach cancer. H.
Pylori infests the lining of the stomach causing damage to tissue
which then needs to be repaired by the body and overtime that
continual repair leads to increased risk of developing cancer.
Not
everyone with H. Pylori will develop stomach cancer but people with
H. Pylori experience increased risks. A simple test conducted by a
doctor can determine if H. Pylori is present. Antibiotics can be
prescribed to kill off the infection.
Dr. Oz Stomach
Cancer Risks: Nitrates in Meats
Smoked,
processed, and cured meats contain nitrates giving the meat its pink
color and distinctive flavor. Those same flavorful nitrates are toxic
to the body in high quantities. Bacon, bologna, hot dogs and other
meats containing nitrates should only be consumed in limited
quantities. [Many health food stores carry meats that do not contain
nitrates. They may cost a little more than their distant nitrate
containing cousins however they reduce exposure to toxic chemicals
that may lead to increased cancer risks.]
Dr. Oz Stomach
Cancer Risks: Blood Type
People
who have Type A blood is at greater risk of gastric cancers than
other blood types. Not everyone with Type A blood will develop risks
but people with Type A blood need to be aware of the risk and take
action to reduce risks.
An
endoscopy test can look into the stomach and intestines to visually
check if cancer has developed.
Dr. Oz's
Ultimate Plan To Reduce All Cancer Risks
To
reduce risks of all types of cancer is as simple as eating a rainbow
of food.
Dr. Oz Best Red
Foods to Reduce Pancreatic and Ovarian Cancer Risks
Berries,
red peppers, and tomatoes are great for reducing cancer risks.
Lycopene, flavonoids, and antioxidants are all found in abundance in
red foods. Dr. Oz recommended eating one serving of red foods daily.
Dr. Oz Best
Orange Foods to Reduce Stomach Cancer Risks
Orange
foods typically are high in fiber and they are also high in beta
carotene. Apricots also contain quercetin which play a role in
balancing inflammation in the body. Choose from sweet potatoes,
oranges, and pumpkins to contribute to the Dr. Oz recommended two
servings a week.
Dr. Oz Best
Yellow Foods to Reduce Stomach and Esophageal Cancer Risks
Yellow
foods are typically high in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and flavonoids
which all support the immune system. Dr. Oz recommends eating one
serving of citrus of yellow foods daily.
Dr. Oz Best
Green Foods to Reduce Ovarian Breast Lung Cancer Risks
Greens
are the color of food missing most often from the American plate and
they are the most important to our health. Green foods can be chosen
from the light green category with cabbage and Brussels sprouts
representing or from the dark green category which includes spinach
and bok choy. Eating more greens, in general, support detoxification
of the liver. Eating greens twice a week may play a role in reducing
some forms of cancer, explained Dr. Oz.
Dr. Oz Best
Neutral Foods to Reduce Stomach, Ovarian, and Colon Cancer Risks
What
is the neutral color family of foods? They are white and fall mainly
in the onion family, called allium, and includes shallots, onions,
and garlic. White mushrooms also fall into the neutral color family
are important for providing Vitamin D and may play a role in
preventing some forms of cancer. Dr. Oz recommends eating one serving
a day from this color category.
Eating
more veggies can also reduce diabetes risks and also play a role in
reducing pancreatic cancer risks. Build your plate from a rainbow of
foods throughout the week to support over all health and contribute
to reducing risks of cancer.
Dr. Oz
Knowing Cancer Risks Can Save Your Life
Meet
Lisa. She watched The Dr. Oz Show that featured warning signs of
ovarian cancer. Lisa had every symptom on the ovarian cancer list.
She went to her doctor who diagnosed Lisa with stage 3 ovarian
cancer. Undergoing treatment her prognosis is great. If Lisa hadn't
seen the show she wouldn't have been aware that her small but regular
symptoms were a sign of ovarian cancer.
It
wasn't an easy process to get the diagnosis. Lisa went through three
doctors all the while experiencing great symptoms to the extent that
she was so bloated she couldn't fit into her pants. The third doctor
found the tumor in her ovaries and immediately began treatment which
saved Lisa's life.
Dr.
Oz said he is so proud of Lisa and everyone else who take the time to
listen to their bodies and recognize with things change and to keep
seeking an answer if you think something is not right.
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