Why is there a high incidence of stomach cancer? Doctor: Don't do these things again
The increase of incidence rate of gastric cancer is the result of long-term superposition of multiple factors. Some seemingly ordinary habits in daily life are actually quietly paving the way for stomach cancer, and timely correction is crucial.
1. Three 'invisible killers' in diet
-High salt diet: The high salt content of pickled products such as salted fish and kimchi can continuously damage the gastric mucosa and promote the conversion of nitrite into carcinogens (N-nitroso compounds). It is recommended to control daily salt intake within 5 grams (about one beer bottle cap).
-Hot food: Hot drinks and food above 65 ℃ can repeatedly burn the esophagogastric junction (a high-risk area for gastric cancer), and long-term stimulation can lead to errors in mucosal cell repair. It is better to protect the stomach when the food is warm.
-Barbecue charred parts: Grilled food contains strong carcinogens such as heterocyclic amines and benzo [a] pyrene. Even if the charred layer is scraped off, the high temperature smoke will allow harmful substances to adhere, so it is necessary to reduce consumption.
2. Two easily overlooked infection risks
-Helicobacter pylori: About 60% of people in China carry this bacterium, which can cause chronic gastritis and gradually develop into gastric cancer. Most people are asymptomatic, and those with a family history of gastric cancer are recommended to undergo breath testing.
-Shared meal system: It is easy to spread Helicobacter pylori through saliva without using public chopsticks, and cross infection is common in families. If a child is anemic or has poor appetite, it is recommended to screen the whole family.
3. Three 'cancer inducing habits' in modern life
-Staying up late: Long term staying up late reduces immunity and affects the repair of gastric mucosa at night (the critical period for repair is 1-3 am), which is equivalent to depriving the stomach of its self-healing time.
-Chronic stress: Stress increases cortisol levels, inhibits gastric mucosal repair, and promotes excessive secretion of gastric acid. "Pressure induced stomach pain" is a warning signal for the body.
-Improper use of drugs: Long term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin can weaken the gastric mucosal barrier, and self medicating with "stomach drugs" can mask symptoms, which may delay early diagnosis of gastric cancer.
4. 2 Misunderstanding "Stomach Protection Misconceptions"
-Simply drinking Congee does not nourish the stomach: white porridge is single in nutrition, and it is easy to deteriorate the stomach function after drinking it for a long time. It needs to be matched with high-quality protein such as eggs, fish and fresh fruits and vegetables to nourish the stomach.
-Overreliance on health products: Health products claiming to be "anti gastric cancer" may interfere with metabolism, such as excessive supplementation of vitamin C tablets that can stimulate the gastric mucosa.
There is no specific medicine for preventing stomach cancer. Starting from adjusting diet, using public chopsticks, and maintaining a regular schedule, every daily choice is related to long-term health. Kind reminder: The content of traditional Chinese medicine popularization is for reference only. If you feel unwell, please seek medical attention promptly.