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. The data from this study were published in the journal Cancer.
The researchers analyzed 18 studies that examined the relationship between adherence to the 2018 World Cancer Research Foundation and American Institute for Cancer Research guidelines and the incidence of various types of cancer.
They found that each 1-point increase in the questionnaire used to assess adherence to these guidelines resulted in a 12% reduction in bowel cancer risk, an 11% reduction in breast cancer risk, and an 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.
Experts also advised adding more vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes to the diet. However, do not use any supplements to prevent cancer. Breastfeeding is beneficial for babies.
Previous studies have shown that eating large amounts of red and processed meat increases the risk of colon cancer, and drinking alcohol increases the risk of breast, colon, and esophageal cancer.
According to the data, approximately 40% of all cancers are associated with modifiable lifestyle factors: lack of physical activity, tobacco use, obesity, unhealthy diet and alcohol use.
Source: Rosbalt
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