Healthy Eating to the Rescue: Lowering Cancer Risk

Healthy Eating to the Rescue: Lowering Cancer Risk

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Healthy Eating to the Rescue: Lowering Cancer Risk
Healthy Eating to the Rescue: Lowering Cancer Risk

Reducing risk of developing cancer.

Although no specific fruit or vegetable is responsible for reducing cancer risk, in one large and long-term study, people who regularly consume five servings of fruits and vegetables have one-third of the risk of developing cancer as those who eat only one or two servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Avocados are a healthy, nutrient-dense fruit.