The best diet to fight cancer – according to real science (not ‘woo’)
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The best diet to fight cancer – according to real science (not ‘woo’)

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On Sunday 4 February, King Charles was photographed waving happily to onlookers on his way to church on the Sandringham estate, the first time he had been seen since treatment for an enlarged prostate. “For example, prostate cancer doesn’t seem to be very strongly influenced by diet or nutrition.” Exercise, however, does, with researchers from the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences in Stockholm recently finding that men can reduce their risk by as much as 35 per cent by upping their cardiovascular activity by as little as 3 per cent. However, while prostate cancer probably isn’t affected by diet, Rebbeck says that colorectal cancer, sometimes called colon cancer, is “very strongly influenced” by what we eat. There’s nothing wrong with green juice, or herbal tea, but it’s not going to cure your cancer.” open image in gallery Snubbing ultra-processed foods and opting for a diet high in vegetables could decrease your cancer risk, studies say Rather, he says if you are going through cancer treatment, or recovering from it, it’s far more helpful to speak to a nutritionist or dietitian, “because you may have little to no appetite, or may need to gain weight.” “This is a very much underreported area,” says nutritionist Jane Clarke. But all that really matters is you get food inside you.” Rebbeck agrees: “And one thing that’s also worth noting is that a lot of the things you can do to prevent your cancer risk in the first place can also be really helpful for post-diagnosis, or post-treatment.” ‘Small Pleasures: Joyful Recipes for Difficult Times’ by Ryan Riley is out now

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