We need to speak clearly and honestly. Because this is no small matter — Thailand is facing a cancer crisis that cannot be stopped...
We need to speak clearly and honestly. Because this is no small matter — Thailand is facing a cancer crisis that cannot be ignored. And in the world of the health economy (wellness economy) that everyone talks about The concept of "living better, living longer" is often neglected or not dared to take seriously the most serious problem, cancer — especially the issue of carcinogens in food and the opportunity to use research-backed natural substances as part of prevention.
1. Carcinogenic substances near you: Aflatoxin
– Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by various Aspergillus genus. They are found in dried plants that are poorly stored (peanuts, dried chilies, cayenne peppers, sesame seeds, etc.) in hot and humid conditions.
– Mixed with “poor storage” is a higher chance of mold and aflatoxin production.
– The World Health Organization has confirmed that aflatoxin is a known human carcinogen.
– Research has found that…
Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) combined with HBV (hepatitis B) infection increases the risk of liver cancer several times. It is estimated that in hot and humid terrain. A clear cancer risk has been found from aflatoxin.
Conclusion: If Thailand continues to allow “dry food / beans / long-term stored agricultural products” contaminated with aflatoxin in the system = we are allowing the enemy to be silent. Come and work in Thai people's bodies without talking about it, managing it, not notifying it.
2. Natural substances that are supported by research: Resveratrol from mulberries and other sources.
– Resveratrol is a polyphenol found in many plants, such as red grapes and mulberries.
– Many studies have shown that it has the potential to inhibit cancer. Both in the beginning (initiation), promotion, and progression
– Examples of mechanisms being studied include:
Inhibits the division of cancer cells
Stimulates cell death (apoptosis) and inhibits tumor blood vessels. (angiogenesis)
Suppress inflammation and oxidative stress.
Conclusion : Resveratrol is a potential scientific tool. It is not a “magic pill” but part of the solution. “Increased protection” in everyday life – and if used in conjunction with the management of carcinogens like aflatoxin = will be even more meaningful.
3. Why must it be “loud” and urgent?
– In Thailand, Thai people are number one in dying from cancer — the number of patients + deaths increases every year.
– but there is no “voice” that is loud enough for society to wake up. That we may be missing the point of the wellness economy that focuses on "better" but ignores the "danger" that is close at hand.
– Dry food/long-term storage/hot-humid food system And this knowledge is not enough = the chance of aflatoxin contamination is high.
– If we don't manage it from the beginning (food) + don't add "tools" (natural substances that have been researched) = will we wait for cancer to come first?
4. Suggestions that should be done immediately
1. Check dry food / nuts / agricultural products that have been stored for a long time – choose a source with good storage. Has low humidity standards Aflatoxin is tested.
2. Communicate to society that aflatoxin is not a distant matter - there must be a campaign to let people know about the dangers.
3. Use natural substances like Resveratrol as part of a preventive strategy – such as consuming mulberry concentrate in supplement form
4. Promote Thai research to prove that in Thai people - food culture is different. and contamination of various substances has a specific context.
5. Include the topic of cancer + carcinogens + natural substances into the wellness economy campaign – not just yoga. or clean food, but must really include "reducing carcinogenic factors"
Straightforward summary:
We are at a critical point — if we don't stop and look at "Good health in a beautiful way" and start dealing with “Silent but serious dangers” like aflatoxin and do not take the opportunity of natural substances like Resveratrol as part of prevention = we are walking too reliant on fate.
Thai people should wake up: Eating well is good, but it's more important to eat safely from carcinogens and use natural substances that are supported by research. It's an additional tool — that is, getting serious about wellness with content, not just pretty pictures.