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December 4, 2024 46 mins

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Cancer is a complex disease that is influenced by many factors including genetics, environment, and lifestyle behaviors. According to the World Cancer Research Fund, emerging evidence suggests that people who eat very little or no fruits and vegetables are at the greatest risk for developing certain cancers. In this episode, we explore the relationship between lifestyle behaviors and cancer risk, highlight current research on diet and cancer risk reduction including new research related to avocado consumption and cancer, as well as strategies to help increase fruit and vegetable consumption and other habits that help to mitigate cancer risk. 

Tune into this episode with Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO to learn about:

       Gaps in awareness about the link between diet and cancer

       New research about cancer prevalence and risk factors

       Challenges and limitations in cancer/nutrition research

       Risk reduction vs. “prevention”

       Why fruits and vegetables are beneficial for cancer risk reduction

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