Category: Science

What is the Link Between Plastics and Cancer? The link between plastics and cancer is a complex and ongoing topic of research and concern. Plastics are composed of various chemical compounds, and some of these compounds have been associated with potential health risks, including the development of cancer.…

Ketogenic Diet in Cancer Prevention and Therapy Nearly a century ago, Otto Warburg discovered that tumors consume tremendous amounts of glucose relative to most non-transformed tissues, and that the majority of glucose consumed by tumors is fermented to lactate, rather than oxidized in pathways that require respiration. This…

What is the Connection Between Pesticides and Cancer? The relationship between pesticides and cancer is a complex and debated topic. Pesticides are substances used to control or eliminate pests that can damage crops, harm livestock, or transmit diseases. They can include herbicides (for weed control), insecticides (for insect…

Exercise - From Prevention to Survivorship According to a 2016 study conducted by Moore et al., leisure-time physical activity reduces the risk of at least 13 different cancer types (Moore et al., 2016), and furthermore provide evidence for an exercise-dependent reduction in the risk of disease recurrence for…