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What is cancer?
Cancer is a disease which
attacks the body at cellular level. It is an abnormal growth of cells
which tend to grow in an uncontrolled way and, in some cases, to spread
to other parts of the body. This process is known as metasteses.
A cancerous growth or tumor
is sometimes referred to as a malignant growth or tumor. A non-malignant
growth or tumor is referred to as benign. Benign tumors are not cancerous
although they can create problems if they are sited in sensitive places
within the body.
Cancer is not contagious
and there are many different types ranging from skin cancers (melanoma) to
complex blood cancers and brain tumours
Cancer can involve any
tissue of the body and have many different forms in each body area. Most
cancers are named for the type of cell or organ in which they start. If a
cancer spreads , the new tumor bears the same name as the original
(primary) tumor.
Cancer is the Latin word
for crab which was the ancient word for malignancy . This was no doubt due
to the crab-like tenacity which a malignant tumor sometimes seems to show
in grasping the tissues it invades. Cancer may also be called malignancy,
a malignant tumor, or a neoplasm (literally, a new growth).
What are the most common types of
cancer?
The list of common cancers includes cancers that are diagnosed with the
greatest frequency in the United States- Skin, Lung, Breast, Ovarian,
Bowel and Testicular are the most common. Statistics from the American
Cancer Society and other resources were used to create the list. To qualify as a common cancer, the
estimated annual incidence for 2006 had to be 30,000 cases or more.
The
most common type of cancer on the list is non-melanoma skin cancer, with
more than 1,000,000 new cases expected in the United States in 2006.
Non-melanoma skin cancers represent about half of all cancers diagnosed in
the US.
Thyroid cancer is the lowest on the list , the estimated number of new
cases of thyroid cancer for 2006 being jusdt over 30,000 cases..
Because colon and rectal cancers are often referred
to as "colorectal cancers," these two cancer types were combined for the
list.
For 2006, the estimated number of new cases of colon cancer is 106,680,
and the estimated number of new cases of rectal cancer is 41,930. T
Hese numbers are slightly larger than those
estimated for 2005.
Kidney cancercan be divided into two
major groups, renal parenchyma cancers and renal pelvis cancers.
Approximately 82 percent of kidney cancers develop in the renal
parenchyma,2 and nearly all of these cancers are renal cell cancers.
The estimated number of new cases of renal cell
cancer for 2006 is 31,890.
Leukemiaas a
cancer type includes acute lymphoblastic (or lymphoid) leukemia, chronic
lymphocytic leukemia, acute myeloid leukemia, chronic myelogenous (or
myeloid) leukemia, and other forms of leukemia. It is estimated that more
than 35,000 new cases of leukemia will be diagnosed in the United States
in 2006, with acute myeloid leukemia being the most common type
(approximately 12,000 new cases). The total number of new leukemia cases
estimated for 2006 is slightly larger than the number estimated for 2005.
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Th. M.I.R.C.H.
David Broom has
practiced as a medical herbalist and nutritionist for over 20 years. He
incorporates many aspects of naturapathic medicine into his practice and has
worked at some of the pioneering clinics in this field. Including Allergy
Testing - EFT - "Emotional Freedom Technique" and Kirlian
Photography.
Extracts from an article on food
allergies and cancer by David Broom written for 'ICON MAGAZINE'
CANCERactive, the UK's Number 1
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Do you know what's In your products!
Check our comprehensive list below to find
out!
Some of the potentially harmful
ingredients commonly used by the personal care industry!
Alcohol
A colorless, volatile, flammable liquid produced by the fermentation of yeast
and carbohydrates. Alcohol is used frequently as a solvent and is also found in
beverages and medicine. As an ingredient in ingestible products, alcohol may
cause body tissues to be more vulnerable to carcinogens.Moulthwashes with an
alcohol content of 25% or more have been implicated in mouth, tongue and throat
cancers.
Alpha hydroxy acid
An organic acid produced by anaerobic respiration, Skin care products containing
AHA exfoliate not only damage skin cells, but the skins protective barrier as
well.long term skin damage may result from its use.
Aluminium
A metallic element used extensively in the manufacture of aircraft components,
prosthetic devices and as an ingredient in antiuerspirants,antacids ~ anpseptics.
Aluminium has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
Animal Fat (Tallow)
A type of animal tissue made up of oily solids or semisolids that are
water-insoluble esters of glycerol with fatty acids.Animal fats and lye are the
chief ingredients in a bar of soap; a cleaning and emulsifying product that may
act as a breeding ground for bacteria.
Bentonite
A porous clay that expands to many times its dry volume as it absorbs water.
Bentonite, commonly found in many cosmetic foundations,may clog pores and
suffocate the skin.
Collagen
An Insoluble fibrous protein that is too large to penetrate the skin. The
collagen found in most skin care products is derived from animal skins and
ground up chicken feet. This ingredient forms a layer of film that may suffocate
the skin.
Dioxins
A potentially carcinogenic by-product that results from the process used to
bleach paper at paper mills. Dioxin treated containers sometimes transfer
dioxins to the product itself.
Eiastin of High-molecular Weight
A protein similar to collagen that Is tire main component of elastic
fibres.Elastin is also derived from animal sources.Its effect on the skin is
similar to collagen.
Fluorocarbons
A colourless, non-flammable gas or liquid that can produce mild upper
respiratory tract irritation. Fluorocarbons are commonly used as a propellent in
hairs sprays.
Formaldehyde
A toxic, colourless gas that is an irritant arid a carcinogen. When combined
with water, formaldehyde is used as a disinfectant,fixative or preservative.
Formaldehyde is found in many cosmetic products and conventional nail care
systems.
Glycerin
A syrupy liquid that is chemically produced by combining water and fat. Glycerin
is used as a solvent and plasticizer.Unless the humidity of air is over 65%,
glycerin draws moisture from toe lower layers of the skin and holds it on toe
surface, which cries the skin from the Inside out.
Kaolin
A fine wnite clay used in making porcelain. Like bentonite, kaolin smothers and
weakens the skin.
Lanolin
A fatty substance extracted from wool, which is frequently found in cosmetics
and lotions. Lanolin is a common skin sensitizer that can cause allergic
reactions,such as skin rashes.
Lye
A highly concentrated watery solution of sodium hydroxide or potassium
hydroxide. Lye is combined with animal fats to make bars of soap,which may
corrode and dry out the skin.
Mineral Oil
A derivative of crude oil (petroleum) that is used industrially as a cutting
fluid and lubricating oil. Mineral oil forms an oily film over the skin to lock
in moisture, toxins and wastes, but hinders normal skin respiration by keeping
oxygen out.
Petrolatum
A petroleum based grease that is used industrially as a grease component
Petrolatum exhibits many of the same potentially harmful properties as mineral
oil.
Propylene Glycol
A cosmetic form of mineral oil found in automatic brake and hydraulic fluid and
industrial antifreeze.In skin and hair products,propylene glycol works as a
humectant which is a substance that retains the moisture content of skin or
cosmetic products by preventing the escape of moisture or water.Material safety
data sheets (MSDS) warn users to avoid skin contact with propylene glycol as
this strong skin irritant can cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage.
Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS)
Harsh detergents arid wetting agents used in garage floor cleaners,engine
degreasers and auto cleaning products.SLS is well-known in the scientific
community as a cori~moii skin irritant, It is rapidly absorbed and retained in
the eyes, brain, heart and liver, which may result in harmful long term
effects.SLS round retard healing, cause cataracts iii adults, arid prevent
children’s eyes from developing properly.
Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES)
SLES is the alcohol form (ethoxylated) of SLS. It is slightly less irritating
than SLS,but may cause more drying. Both sls and sles may cause potentially
carcinogenic formations of nitrates and dioxins to form in shampoos arid
cleansers by reacting with other ingredients.Large amounts of nitrates may enter
the blood system from just one shampooing.
Talc
A soft grey-green mineral used in some personal hygiene and cosmetic products.
lnhailing talc may be harmful as this substance is recognized as a potential
carcinogen.
