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What Are the Seeds of Disease, Pre-Disease(Gray Zone)?
It may not be causing pain yet, but if left unchecked, it can lead to illness. This state of “high disease risk” is called “pre-disease.” If measures are taken at the pre-disease stage, the likelihood of preventing disease is significantly higher.
Shoots of Diseases!
The "seeds" of disease that lie dormant within the body
Diseases don’t suddenly appear; they grow and develop gradually, like a seed planted in soil that sprouts and blooms over time. Many people wait until they feel ill or find something unusual in a health checkup to visit a doctor. However, by that time, the disease has often progressed, leading to regret that they didn’t seek care sooner.
In traditional Eastern medicine, “pre-disease” can be interpreted as “not yet sick,” but it also means “on the path to disease.” It’s better to understand it as a state where “the risk of illness is increasing.” Imagine a seed has sprouted, but we’re not yet sure what flower will bloom — yet if time passes without intervention, it will undoubtedly bloom into the “flower” of disease.
Some may say, “I’m fine because I get a health checkup every year.” However, in modern medicine, test results are typically assessed in a black-and-white view of “disease or health.” Consequently, the gray zone of pre-disease often goes unnoticed, and someone with an increasingly darker shade of gray might still be given an “all clear” in a checkup. But gray eventually turns black. Some individuals who were “fine” in their checkups may develop serious illnesses just months later. By proactively incorporating the concept of pre-disease and taking preventative measures, the occurrence of diseases can be greatly reduced.
Not Missing the Signs of Pre-Disease
To avoid illness, it’s critical not to overlook the signs of pre-disease. When something isn’t right in the body, it will always send signals. However, since the initial signs don’t cause major discomfort, they can easily be ignored.
For example, let’s say you’ve been feeling tired easily. Few would go to the hospital for something like that. If tests reveal no issues, you’d likely receive no treatment, and feeling tired would become “normal.” This desensitization masks the signs. The body was signaling fatigue as if to say, “Something is wrong somewhere,” yet it was dismissed. Consequently, the seeds of disease grow, and one day, the person may rush to the hospital in severe pain.
Other signs of poor condition include insomnia, loss of appetite, cold hands and feet, dizziness, headaches, stiff neck and shoulders, constipation, and rough skin. When such signs appear, it’s wise to check daily habits for potential issues: “Is my routine too irregular?” “Did I overeat or drink?” “Am I not exercising enough?” If you identify possible causes, adjust your lifestyle. This mindset is crucial in protecting yourself from disease.
The “Key” to Uprooting Pre-Disease Lies in Immunity
When thinking about pre-disease, genetic factors can also provide valuable hints. For instance, if diabetes runs in your family, it’s good to recognize that you may have the same risk. Even if there are no symptoms and blood sugar levels are normal, consider yourself in the gray zone and pay attention to daily habits like diet.
The same applies to cancer. If there’s a family history of cancer, don’t neglect diet and stress management. Additionally, utilizing genetic testing to assess your “cancer risk” in advance is also essential. Cancer is generally only detected on imaging tests once it reaches about 5mm. For cancer cells to proliferate to that size can take 5 to 20 years, meaning that cancer has a long pre-disease period, providing multiple opportunities to catch it early.
A vital function in cutting off the seeds of cancer in its pre-disease phase is “immunity.” To boost immunity, maintaining a healthy daily routine — through diet, sleep, exercise, and stress management — is fundamental.
For a more proactive approach to enhancing immunity, Young Sten Cell Therapy is also an effective option.
