HOW YOUR DIET IMPACTS YOUR CANCER RISK Is That Hot Dog Worth It? Around 40% of Americans develop some type of cancer in their lifetime. That’s a staggering number! You’ve likely known many people who have been treated for cancer, and it’s almost always a surprise when you learn of anyone else getting the diagnosis. Even as we learn about new carcinogens and take action to cut obvious risks, such as quitting smoking or cutting down on alcohol, cancer diagnoses remain steady. This has led many to wonder what they can do to further reduce their risk of developing cancer.
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Leading a chiropractic clinic can feel like running an obstacle course, from processing payments and managing staff to finding new ways to grow.
As seen with many other aspects of health, what we eat directly affects how we feel. Recent research shows just how instrumental diet is in cancer prevention. A steady diet of hot dogs, bacon, deli meat, and other processed meats can increase your risk for cancer. Even red meat can play a role, so limiting your consumption is important.
Amidst rapid increases in competition and new technology, many chiropractors are seeking ways to reduce costs and streamline their operations. Those are challenges that NCMIC, a provider of insurance and financial services to chiropractors, helps some 42,000 members manage every day. “Many chiropractors lack experience in managing credit card processing, for example, leaving them vulnerable to for-profit vendors that might sell them expensive programs with large margins and hidden fees,” says Ahmed Ibrahim, director of sales and business development for the merchant processing division of NCMIC.
However, while no food can completely prevent the development of cancer, some can help fight against it and reduce your risk. You want to look for foods with a high concentration of phytochemicals, a natural plant compound that helps prevent disease. It contains berries, broccoli, cauliflower, garlic, grapes, grapefruit, leafy greens, pears, oranges, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes. And you can take it even further by pairing your fruits and vegetables with healthier protein options, such as fish, lean chicken, turkey, tofu, chickpeas, and eggs.
NCMIC offers standard credit card and ACH processing services, but often at a lower markup, with the added benefit of specialized customer service by a dedicated staff that understands chiropractors and their needs. And as a mutual company, NCMIC is owned by its policyholders and returns dividends to them, rather than distributing profits to shareholders. “Maybe we can save them a few dollars on merchant processing, but they’re also going to get a team that is familiar with the industry, picks up the phone, and is very concerned about taking care of any issues that they have,” Ibrahim says.
If you worry about getting cancer and want to take action to reduce your risks, one of the best things you can do is plan your grocery shopping. Make a comprehensive list that includes healthy options while avoiding cancer- causing foods. As grocery prices soar, consider looking for the less expensive options, which is perfectly okay, as long as you make healthy choices. Compare labels and choose options with the fewest ingredients. The more complicated the ingredients get, the less likely you are to know what you’re consuming. You are what you eat, so make sure to eat healthy food! It may help you live the longest, most fulfilling life possible.
NCMIC can also conduct an analysis of a chiro’s current credit- card processing system and the technology “to see if we can save them money … and we typically can,” Ibrahim says. On the other hand, he adds, “If they’re getting a good deal, we’ll tell them they are.” NCMIC helps some chiros save money by integrating payment processing into other technology platforms.
Additionally, Ibrahim suggests the following strategies to further reduce costs.
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