Additional Lifestyle Tips for Cancer Prevention
You can make various changes in your lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing esophageal cancer. It is important to make these changes if you have Barrett’s esophagus. Make healthy changes that prevent acid reflux and other factors that can cause inflammation in the lining of your esophagus.
Smoking
Stay away from hookah and cigarette smoking because they contain cancerous chemicals that can cause irritation in your esophagus. Studies show that people who smoke are five times more likely to develop esophageal cancer.
Drinking
Drinking any type of alcohol beer, brandy, wine, and whiskey may increase the chances of developing cancer. It would help to stay away from alcohol or reduce your consumption.
Managing weight
Obesity is one of the most significant risk factors for acid reflux, esophageal cancers, and Barrett’s esophagus. Studies show that esophageal cancer is three times more likely to occur in people who are obese.
Other factors that make you more susceptible to esophageal cancer include:
- Not eating enough fruit and vegetables
- Eating excess red meat
- Poor dental health [6]
- Drinking hot tea and other hot drinks