If we were to put our finger on the starting point it would have to be the skin/gut/ brain connection along with toxic exposures. Inflammation overload is created by certain actions or habits. Most times that’s where we get into trouble, since we live in a world where we all want fast relief.  

However, cancer never just happens.  It may take years to grow, most times going undetected until… We hear those words……

Cancer Is Preventable! 

Today we can increase awareness.

1- Our immune system plays a role in both melanoma and the gut/skin axis.

2- Our diet can influence gut dysbiosis, which in turn affects our immune system and, consequently, our skin health. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7916842/

So what are some things that may increase our risk for melanoma?

1-Foods that increase inflammation and interfere with digestion. 

2- Skin Microbiome Health.  “Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic allergic skin disease that has been extensively studied regarding its relationship to the skin microbiome.” https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9334917/

3- Indoor Pollution & other Chemical Exposures.

4- What is Skin Dysbiosis? https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/medicine/articles/10.3389/fmed.2025.1673880/full

5- Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome. “Obesity leads to chronic low-level inflammation, which can drive carcinogenesis locally and impair systemic immunity.” https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7472428/

6- Alcohol Misuse increasing skin stress and poor skin health. Alcohol consumption is associated with a higher risk in cancer. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9954650/

“Making choices common sense.” ©CRogers2026