Most of what is on your plate at every meal should be from plants, and very colorful ones at that. Darkly pigmented fruits such as blueberries, blackberries and raspberries are antioxidant powerhouses. Colorful vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes or red cabbage and vegetables with dark green leaves like kale, chard or spring mix for salads are great. The Brassica family of vegetables, well represented by broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, bok choy and brussel sprouts, are especially important in reducing risks of cancer of the breast, colon, lung and stomach. It's best to enjoy them fresh and not overcooked. I also encourage people to buy organically grown produce whenever possible, to minimize the body's exposure to agricultural chemical residue.
It is widely known amongst nutrition professionals and journalists in charge of health magazines/columns in the newspaper that getting lots of vegetables and fruits daily is a key cancer prevention strategy; however, you will rarely, if ever, find a woman that is aware that preventing breast cancer is possible.
Next time you are at a party, try opening a conversation with, "Say, do you know what percentage of cancer cases is estimated to be preventable by dietary choices?" The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and the World Cancer Research Fund have jointly published an expert report, most recently updated and modified in 2007 that consistently links dietary choices high in vegetable and fruits with lower cancer risk. The consensus opinion of the report is that one-third of all cancers are preventable by diet. This is a globally consistent finding, not just in the U.S. or in industrialized nations. It is also a finding applicable to a variety of cancers in many parts of the body. This implies that regardless of their diversity, a wide variety of cancers are, at their root, partially dependent on environmental factors.
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It is widely known amongst nutrition professionals and journalists in charge of health magazines/columns in the newspaper that getting lots of vegetables and fruits daily is a key cancer prevention strategy; however, you will rarely, if ever, find a woman that is aware that preventing breast cancer is possible.
Next time you are at a party, try opening a conversation with, "Say, do you know what percentage of cancer cases is estimated to be preventable by dietary choices?" The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and the World Cancer Research Fund have jointly published an expert report, most recently updated and modified in 2007 that consistently links dietary choices high in vegetable and fruits with lower cancer risk. The consensus opinion of the report is that one-third of all cancers are preventable by diet. This is a globally consistent finding, not just in the U.S. or in industrialized nations. It is also a finding applicable to a variety of cancers in many parts of the body. This implies that regardless of their diversity, a wide variety of cancers are, at their root, partially dependent on environmental factors.
DISCLAIMER: This excerpt from "Breast Cancer: Reduce Your Risk With Foods You Love" is for informational purposes only, and does not render medical or psychological advice, opinion, diagnosis, or treatment. The information provided through the referenced Web sites should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. They are not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a medical or psychological problem, you should consult your appropriate health care provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on these sites.
Links on the Web sites are provided only as an informational resource, and it should not be implied that we recommend, endorse or approve of any of the content at the linked sites, nor are we responsible for their availability, accuracy or content.
About the Author:
Dr. Robert Pendergrast, who is recognized as an expert by reputable sources such as Dr. Andrew Weil of the University of Arizona, has published a book about preventing breast cancer simply by making dietary changes.
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