Lung cancer is a cancer that forms in tissues of the lung. It is also most common cancer in the world. Every year there are 1.3 million people diagnosed lung cancer. Knowing the symptoms of the lung cancer will helps to get early and appropriate treatment.

Majority of the case are caused by smoking. Though more cases diagnosed in men, but the number for women has also been increased over the year. It has been recognized as the third leading cause of death in US. Therefore this is a disease that cannot be neglected.

Below are some of the lung cancer symptoms:

• A worsen habitual coughing until cough up blood
• Loss of appetite & weight loss
• Continual bronchitis or pneumonia
• Wheezing or shortness of breath
• Fatigue

It is important to know how to prevent lung cancer. As smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer. Quit smoking or avoid smoking will be one way to prevent getting lung cancer.

The second leading cause of lung cancer is radon – an invisible, tasteless and odorless gas. Do a test at your home to help prevent radon.

Asbestos is also a common cause of lung cancer. The most common places of asbestos exposure are shipbuilding yard, mining or factory of manufacturing of asbestos textiles. So, beware.

Lung disease also can be improved by proper nutrition and exercise. Some foods are good to improve or prevent lung disease. For example, Red wine, garlic, tea, pineapple stem and onion and so on.

So, a healthy diet and good nutrition is important to maintaining good heath and also essential for lung disease patient. Always check on your diet, having enough exercise and frequent body check up and be alert to the lung cancer symptoms will help you prevent from getting lung cancer.