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Smaller
food portions and or a healthier diet may be the key to reducing
the risk of colon cancer, according to National Cancer Institute
researchers.
The researchers
reported at the Experimental Biology 2002 conference on a
study in which mice fed a restricted-calorie diet were 60
perecent less likely to develop pre-cancerous colon polyps
than mice fed regular diets.
They said
mice fed a diet rich in olive oil, fruits and vegetables developed
40 percent fewer of the pre-cancerous colon polyps.
Dr. Volker
Mai said the study results suggested that people who want
to lower their risk of colon cancer should "avoid overeating
and consume a healthier diet rich in beneficial fatty acids
(and) high in fruits and vegetables."
Source:
Colorectal
Cancer Week of April 28, 2002
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