12/10/24 –
- With bowel cancer diagnoses rising among people under 50, researchers are urging the public to increase fibre intake and adopt healthier eating habits to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal cancers.
- Studies from Flinders University reveal that diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats, while limiting sugar and alcohol, may significantly lower cancer risk and improve outcomes.
- However, researchers point out that further clinical trials are needed to better understand how dietary patterns influence cancer development and to expand education on nutrition as a preventive measure.