According to research published in Nutrition and Cancer, those with a higher intake of vegetables reduce their risk of stomach cancer by 50% of more. Since we know that most people do not eat enough fruits and vegetables, we do recommend Juice Plus+® for added nutrient from those foods, but a diet where you consume more of those ripened, raw whole foods would be more ideal for your good health. Here's the story about how you can reduce your risk of cancer with more vegetables ---
50% Lower Risk Among Those With Highest Intake
Though it's the fourth most common cancer, stomach cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death after lung cancer -- primarily because it's so hard to detect. Fortunately, science is uncovering the power of produce to prevent this deadly disease in the first place. A recent study in the journal Nutrition and Cancer demonstrated that those with the highest vegetable intake have a 50% lower risk of developing stomach cancer. The chart below graphically demonstrates just how dramatically your risk drops as your veggie intake increases.
Tomatoes, broccoli sprouts, pumpkin, spinach, garlic and cabbage are among the vegetables with proven anti-cancer prowess. Your best bet is to eat more of the veggies you like -- aiming for two cups daily. Not only will they provide the antioxidants needed to defend against the kind of DNA damage that can lead to cancer, they're your best weapons against obesity, which can nearly double your risk of stomach cancer.
Bonus: In addition to upping your fruit and veggie intake, avoid processed meat -- regular consumption of which is linked to a 38% increased risk of stomach cancer. (Source: Dole.com)
Comments: We've discussed this before, how even the consumption of certain berries can reduce cancer risk. You can't deny the importance of getting more vegetables (and fruits obviously!) in your diet. Just a few simple changes to MOST American diets and we can reduce the cost of health care, while increasing life expectancy, and the quality of life! And, in this author's opinion, stimulate the economy beyond what anyone would ever expect!
If you don't eat enough vegetables and you won't, then at least add Juice Plus+®.
The Health & Wellness Institute
Official Juice Plus+ Independent Distributor
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