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Nutrition and Colon Cancer

Eating to fight and prevent Colorectal Cancer

Diet and proper nutrition are vital tools in the fight against colon cancer. Rapidly accumulating evidence supports eating a healthy diet for both prevention and treatment. In general, dietary recommendations include consuming less saturated fat and salt and eating a variety of colorful fruits, and vegetables rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

A healthy diet provides a multitude of benefits beyond preventing colon cancer By following the healthy guidelines below for preventing colorectal cancer you may experience a multitude of other positive healthy benefits including feeling more energetic and losing weight.

1. Eat plenty of brightly colored fruits and vegetables
2. Eat fresh fish 1-3 times per week
3. Limit consumption of red meat
4. Avoid excess salt and saturated fats
5. Maintain a healthy weight and keep physically active
6. Limit alcohol consumption
7. Avoid tobacco in any form

There are several foods well recognized as powerhouses of cancer fighting antioxidants and nutrients. These superfoods may already be part of your daily diet, view each of the foods below for more information: