A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has found that adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a modest reduction in the risk of obesity-related cancers.
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The Mediterranean diet emphasizes the consumption of vegetables, pulses, healthy fats, and olive oil, and has been linked to a 6% lower risk of developing cancers associated with obesity, including colorectal, liver, and kidney cancers.
This protective effect is thought to result from the diet’s high fiber content and nutrient-rich profile, which help lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation, potentially counteracting harmful compounds in processed meats. Notably, the benefits of the Mediterranean diet in reducing cancer risk appear to be independent of weight loss, suggesting that its anti-inflammatory properties offer “nutritional armor for your DNA,” reducing chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysregulation. Click for More Details
