DIAGNOSIS OF CANCER Biopsy- small tissue sample under a microscope to look for cancerous cells. Endoscopy- a flexible plastic tube with a tiny camera. Diagnostic Imaging- x rays CAT scan- more precise than standard x-ray. MRI- uses a powerful magnetic field, very accurate but expensive. Blood Tests- some tumors release substances called tumor markers which can be found in the blood. TREATMENT OF CANCER Types of treatment Surgery- 60% of all cancer p have some kind of surgery. Radiation Therapy Chemotherapy Immunotherapy

• Choose most of the foods you eat from plant sources.  5 or more servings
• Limit intake of high fat foods, particularly from animal sources.
• Be physically active.
• Limit alcohol intake.

Dietary Components Associated with Cancer

• Fat- the end products of metabolism have been found to be carcinogenic.
• Alcohol- has been connected with liver, colorectal, and breast cancers.
• Pickled and Smoked Foods- related to cancers of the esophagus and stomach. That may increase the risk. 
• Cooking methods have also been found to have a role in cancer.  Frying or charcoal-broiling meats at very high temperatures creates chemicals