This week’s announcement of the World Health Organization that cellphones cause cancer caused a stir. Many health experts warn that there is no cause for alarm, so far no conclusive evidence that radiation emitted by a cell phone affects the brain or cause cancer .
Still, as a precautionary measure recommended the use of headsets to reduce radiation exposure. At the same time remind us that food and other items in the environment we are in daily contact are on the same list of potential carcinogens .
Coffee: The experts do not agree. Some research suggests that consuming six cups of coffee a day may reduce the risk of prostate cancer while taking five or lower the risk of a class of breast cancer up to 57%. But other research suggests that drinking at least two cups a day may increase the risk of lung cancer by 14%.
Rating: possibly carcinogenic
Pickled vegetables . These are very common in Asian menus, but have been linked to cancer of the esophagus and stomach.
Rating: possibly carcinogenic
Alcoholic beverages. Excessive alcohol is linked to 10% of all cancers in men and 3% in women. Drinking too much increases the risk of breast cancer, throat and liver.
Classification: Carcinogen
Tanning beds. One study found that exposure to tanning beds increases the risk of skin cancer by 75%, especially if people use before age 30.
Classification: Carcinogen
Talc. The experts still agree if the powder to keep dry skin and rashes relief is a definite cause of cancer. Talc with asbestos is a known carcinogen, but research suggests that use non-asbestos talc in the genital area may increase the risk of ovarian cancer by 30%. This is because the dust can reach the ovaries through the vagina, uterus or fallopian tubes.
Rating: possibly carcinogenic
Hormone Replacement Therapy. The taking estrogen and progestin to relieve symptoms of menopause via pill, patch or ring, has been linked to increased risk of breast, ovarian, endometrial and uterine cancer.
Classification: Carcinogen
Occupations and careers. Some jobs may increase your risk of getting cancer. People working in dry cleaners exposed to chemical fumes and solvents that may increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Meanwhile, hairdressers and barbers may be prone to lung cancer and bladder by exposure to toxins.
Dry Cleaning: possible carcinogen
Hairdresser: probable carcinogen
Ultraviolet radiation. The UV not only affects the appearance of the skin, can also increase your risk for skin cancer. Melanoma, the strongest form of skin cancer is more common in sunny states like California and Florida.
Classification: Carcinogen
Cadmium. Cadmium has been in the news for different jewelry made ??in China that contains it. While “dress” Cadmium poses no danger, consumption is dangerous and carcinogenic. Studies have shown that exposure to cadmium through smoking and work with metal to increase pancreatic cancer risk.
Classification: Carcinogen
Formaldehyde. This is a flammable chemical that is released into the air through auto exhaust or laboratories, factories and mortuary. Formaldehyde has been associated with nasal cancer in laboratory rats, as well as myeloid leukemia funeral and textile workers.
Classification: Carcinogen
Tamoxifen. the Cure Worse than the disease, this drug often used to treat breast cancer, has been linked to higher risk of uterine cancer.
Classification: Carcinogen
Chewing snuff. The snuff is harmful to smoke or not. There are at least 28 chemicals in chewing snuff has been linked to oral cancer, esophagus and pancreas.
Classification: Carcinogen
Asbestos. This reinforcement for cement and used to heat stroke is known as a cause and cancer if released into the air and inhaled. Inhalation of asbestos is associated with lung cancer and mesothelioma, cancer of the membranes covering the abdomen and chest.
Classification: Carcinogen
