Stomach Cancer Prevention

Stomach Cancer Prevention Begins with Avoiding the Risk Factors

Stomach cancer prevention begins with avoiding risk factors for the disease. Risk factors increase the possibility that a person may develop a disease. There is no absolution in risk factors.

Tips for Preventing Stomach Cancer

• Evaluate Your Salt Intake.Diets with a high salt intake have been associated with stomach cancer. Avoid an excessive intake of cured or pickled meats and vegetables.
  
  
• Eat Your Veggies.Studies show that a diet high in fruits and veggies that contain beta carotene and vitamin C can decrease the risk factor for stomach cancer.
  
  
• Know your medical history.Certain bacterial infections like Helicobacter pylori, increases your risk factot. If you have Helicobacter pylori infection, talk to your doctor about the risk of developing stomach cancer.

  More About Stomach Cancer

  • Symptoms of Stomach Cancer
    
  • Causes and Risk Factors for Stomach Cancer


_{References: National Cancer Institute. Gastric Cancer PDQ; http://cancer.gov}