The cervix is the neck of the womb (uterus). It connects the body of the uterus to the vagina (birth canal). The outside of the cervix and the vagina are covered by a layer of flat cells called squamous cells. The canal of the cervix is lined by tall column-like cells columnar cells. These two cell types, squamous cells and columnar cells, meet at a place called the … [Read more...]
Hostile Cervical Mucus: A Factor In Female Infertility
Cervical mucus (CM) is a fluid secreted by the cervix, the production of which is stimulated by the hormone estrogen. The amount and quality of cervical mucus produced fluctuates throughout your menstrual cycle, these changes can help you predict the most fertile days in your cycle. With nearing of ovulation, the estrogen levels begin to surge, which causes the … [Read more...]
BMI: A Factor In Cervical Cancer Risk
Obesity continues to be linked to a multitude of health problems, from increased blood pressure and heart disease to sleep apnea, breathing problems and gallstones. In women, excessive fat has been shown to increase levels of estrogen. Estrogen and its receptors are implicated in the promotion and prevention of various cancers. Virtually all cervical cancers derive from human … [Read more...]
Diet To Prevent Cervical Cancer
The doctor believes only about 15% of cancer is hereditary—that leaves 85% that is environmental. And one of the biggest environmental aspects we have control of is our diet. Eating a plant-based diet — one that is made up primarily of fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains is the best to keep cancer at bay. According to the American Cancer Society, you can lower … [Read more...]
