Mr. Lee is 70 years old and is usually in good health. Two years ago, he experienced symptoms such as nausea and went to the hospital for treatment. He was diagnosed with non-atrophic gastritis with erosion and reflux esophagitis .

Worried that it might be an early-stage tumor, the doctor advised him to undergo detailed screening, but Mr. Lee didn't take it seriously.

At the beginning of this year, Mr. Lee, who was troubled by difficulty swallowing, went to the hospital again and was diagnosed with esophageal cancer , but he had already missed the best time for treatment .

What was originally just inflammation has now been diagnosed as cancer, a fact that is difficult for Mr. Lee and his family to accept.

Many people are familiar with inflammation, but few realize that it could be the root cause of cancer . Therefore, inflammation should not be taken lightly!

I. Inflammation is the root cause of cancer; don't ignore it.

German pathologist Rudolf Wilchow once published a view in Cell Pathology that inflammation is the origin and root cause of cancer .

A report released by the International Agency for Research on Cancer states that one in six cancers worldwide are caused by viral and bacterial infections (inflammation) .

Inflammation is actually a pathological process, not a disease. It is a normal defensive response of the body to external stimuli.

Inflammation can be acute or chronic. Acute inflammation is easier to cure, while chronic inflammation is difficult to cure , may persist for a long time, and some may even turn into cancer .

These three types of inflammation have a high potential to develop into cancer, so you must be vigilant!

1. Chronic pancreatitis

An epidemiological survey showed that patients with chronic pancreatitis have a 20 times higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer than those without chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer is known as the "king of cancers".

Studies have found that a large number of inflammatory mediators can lead to the inactivation of tumor suppressor genes and even trigger pancreatic cancer.

2. Chronic viral hepatitis

Hepatitis viruses are one of the main causes of liver cancer. Statistics show that 80% of liver cancer patients have a history of hepatitis B virus infection, and half of liver cancer patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage, with a very poor prognosis.

Actively getting vaccinated against hepatitis B can help reduce the risk of hepatitis B virus infection, thereby preventing liver cancer.

3. Chronic gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori

Helicobacter pylori is associated with a variety of stomach diseases, including gastric ulcers, chronic gastritis, and gastric cancer. Previously, the International Agency for Research on Cancer had classified Helicobacter pylori as a Group 1 carcinogen.

Helicobacter pylori can accelerate the occurrence of inflammation and ulcers, and together with factors such as smoking, drinking alcohol, eating pickled foods, and genetics, it can promote the development of stomach cancer.

Second, eating more "anti-inflammatory" foods can help reduce systemic inflammation.

A study published in the journal Nutrients found that consuming foods containing moderate levels of live microorganisms can reduce systemic immune inflammation levels .

Foods with high live microbial content can be divided into three categories: low-microbial-content diets, medium-microbial-content diets, and high-microbial-content diets.

Foods that have undergone traditional heat treatment, such as cooked meat, poultry, milk, pork, and seafood, are considered low-microbial-content foods; vegetables and fruits are considered medium-microbial- content foods; and fermented dairy products are considered high-microbial-content foods.

Eat more of the following foods regularly to better reduce inflammation!

1. Whole grains and legumes

You can eat more oat rice, brown rice, black rice, whole grain noodles, chickpeas, red beans, kidney beans, mung beans, and other similar foods.

2. Vegetables

Tomatoes, kelp, carrots, purple onions, spinach, broccoli, kale, cauliflower, cabbage, and Chinese cabbage are all vegetables that should be eaten regularly to help reduce inflammation in the body.

3. Spices

The spices used in cooking, such as star anise, scallions, black pepper, ginger, and garlic, have strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

4. Fruits

Fruits such as oranges, kiwis, cherries, peaches, apricots, plums, cherry tomatoes, blueberries, and raspberries should also be eaten in moderation.

III. Exercise has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties; these three methods offer the best value for money.

A study published in Gut Microbiota found that exercise can produce endocannabinoids, which mediate the production of anti-inflammatory substances by gut probiotics and reduce pain. It recommends 150 minutes of aerobic exercise per week .

Furthermore, a study published in the journal Cancer Research , through investigation and analysis of mice, found that mice that underwent eight weeks of exercise had more difficulty with cancer metastasis than sedentary mice. Additionally, a 20-year follow-up study of 2,734 participants found that exercise can reduce the risk of cancer .

A 2018 study published in The Lancet , which analyzed a 15-year survey of over 80,000 people , found that racket sports, swimming, and indoor aerobic exercise are the three most cost-effective forms of exercise.

1. Racket sports

Studies have found that racket sports such as table tennis, badminton, and tennis can reduce all-cause mortality by 47% .

Because racket-swinging sports can engage multiple muscle groups in the body, they can improve coordination, flexibility, cardiovascular function, and even delay aging.

2. Swimming

Swimming strokes such as backstroke, freestyle, and breaststroke can reduce all-cause mortality by 28% . Swimming improves blood circulation, enhances cardiopulmonary function, and helps prevent cardiovascular diseases.

3. Indoor aerobic exercise

Indoor aerobic exercises such as yoga, aerobics, and dance can improve cardiovascular function, help with weight loss, and also improve blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Of course, to achieve the best exercise results and obtain the greatest "health benefits", it is recommended to exercise for 45-60 minutes each time, 3-5 days a week .

Don't underestimate inflammation; some inflammations, if left untreated, can develop into cancer. It's good to eat more anti-inflammatory foods regularly.

In addition, research has found that racket sports, swimming, and indoor aerobic exercise are the three most cost-effective sports, but to achieve the greatest health benefits, you need to exercise for a sufficient amount of time.