As a malignant tumor, the incidence of pancreatic cancer has been increasing year by year in recent years, which has attracted widespread attention. It has been suggested that long-term vegetarianism may lead to an increasing incidence of pancreatic cancer. So, what is the relationship between long-term vegetarianism and pancreatic cancer?The following will be introduced in detail.
First of all, we need to clarify the relationship between the causes of pancreatic cancer and the theoretical perspectives of TCM. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the occurrence of pancreatic cancer is related to the dampness and heat poison in the body. It is said that the pancreas is responsible for the spleen and stomach, which is the digestive center of the body. Long-term vegetarianism will lead to weakened spleen and stomach function, and dampness is easy to retain, resulting in damp heat poison. The accumulation of damp heat poison in the body can lead to the occurrence of pancreatic cancer. Therefore, it can be said that there is a relationship between long-term vegetarianism and pancreatic cancer.
However, we cannot simply assume that a long-term vegetarian diet will inevitably lead to an increasing incidence of pancreatic cancer. In fact, the incidence of pancreatic cancer is related to a variety of factors, such as genetic factors, environmental factors, lifestyle Xi, etc. Long-term vegetarianism is only one of the factors and cannot be used as the sole reason for the increased incidence of pancreatic cancer.
So, what should we do about the situation that long-term vegetarianism may lead to pancreatic cancer?Here are 5 Xi to keep an eye on.
First, a reasonable diet. People who have been vegetarians for a long time should pay attention to their diet to ensure a balanced diet. Nutrients such as protein and vitamin B12 are less abundant in a vegetarian diet and can be supplemented by a proper intake of some whole grains, legumes, and other plant proteins.
Second, enhance the function of the spleen and stomach. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the spleen and stomach are the digestive system of the human body, and a strong spleen and stomach function can prevent moisture from stagnating. It can be properly conditioned with traditional Chinese medicine, such as taking yam, coix seed and other medicinal materials to nourish the spleen and stomach.
Third, manage the risk of diabetes. Studies have shown that diabetes mellitus is associated with the incidence of pancreatic cancer. If people who have been vegetarians for a long time have a family history of diabetes, they should pay attention to controlling their diet and avoid excessive intake of high-sugar foods to reduce the risk of diabetes.
Fourth, maintain a moderate amount of exercise. Moderate exercise can promote blood circulation, speed up metabolism, and help the body remove moisture. Aerobic exercises such as walking and jogging can be chosen to not only achieve the purpose of exercising, but also help prevent pancreatic cancer.
Fifth, avoid overeating. Overeating can put a burden on the pancreas, which can easily cause inflammation and increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Therefore, we should develop good eating Xi and avoid overeating.
In summary, the relationship between long-term vegetarianism and pancreatic cancer is not singular, but there is indeed a certain correlation. In order to prevent the occurrence of pancreatic cancer, people who have been vegetarian for a long time should pay attention to a reasonable diet, enhance spleen and stomach function, control the risk of diabetes, maintain a moderate amount of exercise, and avoid overeating. In this way, the risk of pancreatic cancer can be reduced and the body can be kept healthy.
Health References:
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