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22 10, 2024

Cancer Risk & Prevention in Rural Health Roundtable

By |2024-10-23T04:51:54-04:00October 22nd, 2024|Less Cancer|

On Friday, October 18, Less Cancer hosted a public roundtable at the Laurel Ridge  Community College located in the rural agricultural community of Fauquier  County, Virginia. The event was moderated by founder and cancer prevention visionary Bill Couzens, with participants discussing challenges and solutions related to providing healthcare in less privileged rural communities. Continuing

17 10, 2024

Is Cancer Genetic?

By |2024-10-17T19:48:21-04:00October 17th, 2024|Cancer Prevention, Less Cancer|

There is substantial research on cancer and genetics, but the correlation isn’t as clear as many think. While individuals may be aware of their family history of cancer or assume that cancer is hereditary, there are specific kinds of cancer that pose a greater risk for family descendants. The genetics of cancer are endlessly complex,

30 09, 2024

Frozen Vegetables and Fruits Vs. Fresh: What’s The Difference?

By |2024-09-30T11:19:34-04:00September 30th, 2024|Less Cancer|

Mixed frozen vegetables and fruits are convenient, inexpensive, and substantially reduce food waste, saving families money. Still, some consumers assume that frozen fruits and veggies are less nutritious than fresh produce. We examined the advantages and disadvantages of frozen vegetables and fruits and looked at any nutritional differences that might make one a better

15 09, 2024

MSG and Cancer: Is There A Connection?

By |2024-09-15T05:46:16-04:00September 15th, 2024|Cancer Prevention, Less Cancer|

Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, has been linked to a range of negative health issues, from headaches to obesity to cancer. Despite numerous headlines and claims, research on MSG in foods is murky at best. We set out to see whether MSG causes cancer or there’s more to the story.  What Is Monosodium Glutamate In Food?

28 07, 2024

Constipation and Cancer: What’s The Link?

By |2024-07-28T05:51:24-04:00July 28th, 2024|Less Cancer|

Constipation is one of many early signs of bowel cancer but is also caused by many other digestive issues. In most cases, constipation isn’t a serious or long-term problem for most adults.  Constipation is defined by infrequent and often uncomfortable bowel movements fewer than three times per week. Every person is different, which makes diagnosing

14 07, 2024

Do Chia Seeds Cause Cancer – Or Prevent It?

By |2024-07-14T05:36:37-04:00July 14th, 2024|Less Cancer|

Like so many foods, there's considerable speculation on chia seeds and cancer prevention. Curiously, you'll also find nearly as many quasi-scientific articles claiming chia seeds can cause cancer as well. So which is it? For many, the answer depends on perspective and interpretation.  What's the Cancer Link? Health-conscious consumers love chia - and with good

30 06, 2024

The Latest Research on Multivitamins Is Mixed

By |2024-06-30T13:57:19-04:00June 30th, 2024|Less Cancer|

Despite the robust marketing and billions in annual sales, the evidence supporting the claimed health benefits of multivitamins is scant. One of the largest studies ever completed on the subject reports little to no impact on cardiovascular disease or cancer. The question of whether multivitamins are truly beneficial remains a fascinating and open one.  Multivitamin

22 06, 2024

Smoking and Cancer Risk: How Cessation Changed the US

By |2024-06-22T14:48:43-04:00June 22nd, 2024|Less Cancer, Prevention|

In 2023, the percentage of smokers in the US fell to an all-time low, marking a significant milestone in the decades-long decline in cigarette smoking in America. This decline, driven by a combination of social norms, no-smoking regulations, and ongoing education, has had a profoundly positive impact on the nation's health. It has not

16 06, 2024

The Cancer Industry Problem: Money Over Results

By |2024-06-16T13:51:16-04:00June 16th, 2024|Less Cancer|

Cancer remains the second-biggest cause of death in the United States despite billions of dollars spent annually on research, treatments, and medical infrastructure specifically focused on the disease. Treating the disease costs the US billions per year, though patients have little to show for rising expenses; actual survival rates lag well behind increased investment. The

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