One Third of Cancers Caused By Diet
It is believed that the cause of at least one third of cancers is directly related to our diet. This is why it is important to eat natural foods as much as possible. Fresh fruit and vegetables and whole grains are imperative to a healthy diet. Processed foods are generally low in nutrients and full of artificial additives and preservatives. Processed high fat foods should be avoided or eaten occasionally.
Of course, we all know we should be eating less fat and processed food but it’s not always convenient. At least we don’t think it’s convenient. There is no difference in convenience between eating a piece of fruit rather than a high sugar chocolate bar. It’s just a habit which we need to change. Snacking on fruit and nuts and adding a couple more veges to the evening meal is a good way to get extra vitamins and fibre which is important in reducing our risk of cancer.
Eating organic food is another way to reduce your risk of cancer. Conventionally grown food is sprayed numerous times with pesticides, fertilisers, herbicides, and who knows what other chemicals. Traces of these end up in our meals which can build up in our bodies over time. These harmful chemicals are not used in the production of organic food which is why organic food is good for our health and well being. If you can’t afford or can’t always find organic food then you might at least want to avoid fruit and vegetables which contain relatively high chemical residues.
We are often told that eating bread is good for us but there is debate over white bread and its benefits. Some recent research is suggesting that eating large amounts of white bread can lead to cancer:
Scientists from the Institute of Pharmacological Research in Milan say that refined cereals trigger a surge in blood sugar and insulin levels, which is thought to fuel the growth of cancer cells.
Of course, this is only one research project but it would be wise to eat everything in moderation as well as eating more fruit and vegetables.
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