Newcastle University scientists have confirmed that following a healthier lifestyle, including maintaining a healthy body weight and limiting red and processed meats, reduces the risk of cancer. Research published in the journal Cancer.
The researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 18 studies examining the associations between adherence to 2018 World Cancer Research Foundation (WCRF) and American Cancer Research Institute (AICR) guidelines and the incidence of various types of cancer. They found that each 1-point increase in the questionnaire used to assess compliance with these guidelines resulted in a 12% reduction in bowel cancer risk, 11% in breast cancer risk, and 8% reduction in lung cancer risk.
Recommendations include maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active, not smoking, and limiting alcohol, fast food, red meat and sugar. According to the recommendations, you should include more vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes in your diet. But do not use any supplements to prevent cancer. Breast milk is beneficial for babies.
Previous studies have shown that eating large amounts of red and processed meat increases the risk of bowel cancer, and drinking alcohol increases the risk of breast, colon, and esophageal cancers.
About 40% of all cancers are associated with modifiable lifestyle factors: physical inactivity, tobacco use, obesity, poor diet and alcohol use suggest that many cases are preventable. The WCRF and AICR recommendations for cancer prevention are the findings of an independent panel of experts. It is a set of healthy lifestyle practices that, taken together, can reduce people’s risk of developing cancer.
Source: Gazeta
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