5 Ways To Reduce Your Risk of Cancer & Best Screening Practices for Prevention

Dr. Cynthia Shepherd is board certified in medical oncology, hematology, and internal medicine. Women are affected by various types of cancer, including breast, colorectal, lung, ovarian, cervical, and skin cancers. Dr. Shepherd informs us that skin cancer is the #1 cancer found in women, followed by breast cancer as #2. Caroline and Cynthia discuss lifestyle choices and preventive measures that can be taken to pursue health and reduce the risk of cancer. She emphasizes that healthy habits can offer significant benefits comparable to chemotherapy and other medical interventions. A healthy lifestyle will also reduce the risk of other illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver, etc. Episode 6 will encourage you to live transformed by providing valuable insight, empowering strategies, and motivating stories that inspire proactive steps towards a healthy lifestyle.

 

 

Cynthia’s prescription for cancer prevention: 

• Maintain a healthy diet: low in sugar and carbs, high in protein and healthy fats
• Regular exercise: 150 minutes per week reduces cancer risk by 50%
• Strength training: builds muscle and lowers estrogen levels, which drive most cancers
• Limit alcohol consumption: even one drink per week can significantly increase cancer risk, equivalent to smoking 10 cigarettes
• Screening: mammograms, colposcopies for colon cancer screenings

 

 

Cynthia’s encouragement for Living Transformed:

• Challenge yourself to be less sedentary and aim for 10,000 steps a day
• Engage in activities that prioritize self-care
• Prayer walks
• Set personal goals

 

 

Psalm 90:14:

“Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.”

 

 

Proverbs 3:5:

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding” 

 

 

Let’s connect!

IG: carolineharrisward 

Email: caroline@transfitathens.com

Web: www.transfitathens.com

 

 

Train with me and my team at TransFit!

We offer personal training, group training, yoga, HIIT, bible study, corporate events, nutrition consulting, and zoom training as well. Please email me at transfitathens@gmail.com for more information! So, if you’re ready to take it to the next level, reach out to me, and let’s get the conversation started. 

Ready to conquer your fitness and health goals - the time is now!