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Climbing stairs lowers risk of nine cancers by 40% in men, says study�
Different exercises target different parts of the mind and body, thus offering a range of benefits. A recent study found that one conventional exercise can lower men’s risk of specific cancers.
An active lifestyle not only guarantees longevity but also improves the quality of life. While exercising regularly is recommended for all age groups, people who are into fitness at a younger age suffer less in their later years.
One exercise lowers cancer risk among men
While lifting weights is important to retain muscle mass and bone density, cardiorespiratory exercises couple prevent specific forms of cancer.
A long-term study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that men who indulge in exercises such as running, swimming, and cycling, or those who climb stairs often instead of using the elevator are at lower risk of 9 forms of cancer.
Compared to men with lower cardiorespiratory fitness, men with more ability to do aerobic exercise had:
- 5% lower risk of rectal cancer
- 12% lower risk of pancreatic cancer
- 18% lower risk of bowel cancer
- 19% lower risk of head and neck cancer
- 20% lower risk of kidney cancer
- 21% lower risk of stomach cancer
- 39% lower risk of food pipe cancer
- 40% lower risk of liver cancer
- 42% lower risk of lung cancer
However, higher cardiorespiratory fitness was also associated with a 7% heightened risk of prostate cancer and a 31% heightened risk of skin cancer.
This study shows that higher fitness in healthy young men is associated with a lower hazard of developing 9 out of 18 investigated site-specific cancers, with the most clinically relevant hazard rates in the gastrointestinal tract,” researchers conclude.
Skipping essential morning routine can cause neck cancer
Another recent study highlights the importance of oral health, which could increase your risk of neck and head cancer when compromised.
Oral hygiene is crucial for your overall well-being. Aside from warding off bad breath, it is also important to prevent the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
The mouth hosts several bacteria that can cause serious gum diseases, which can travel through the bloodstream to affect the brain.
Poor oral health is also linked to an increased risk of neck and head cancer by 50%. The study published in JAMA notes that oral health problems put individuals at greater risk of other cancers affecting the stomach or esophagus.
