India, May 25 -- The feeling of dread that is typically associated with cancer, for good reason, often leads to people believing in odd measures that claim to prevent it. One such measure is drinking alkaline water to lower cancer risk.

Taking to Instagram on May 23, Dr Jayesh Sharma, Raipur-based oncologist with over 25 years of experience, explained where the claim originated from, if there is any proven link between alkaline water and reducing cancer risk, and how we can better spend resources to stay healthy.

Dr Sharma revealed that there are machines available in the market costing around three lakh rupees that make drinking water alkaline. Despite the exorbitant cost, people often bear it thinking that if it keeps cancer at bay, i...