cancer

Vegetarians have considerably lower rates of several types of cancer than non-vegetarians. The Adventist Health Study found that non-vegetarians had a 54% increased risk for prostate cancer and an 88% increased risk for colorectal cancer, even after controlling for age, sex, and smoking.[1] Numerous studies show much lower cancer rates in countries which have largely plant-based diets.

Click on the chapters below to watch the Eating Right for Cancer Survival video with Dr. Neal Barnard.

1. Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods
2. Favoring Fiber
3. Discovering Dairy Alternatives
4. Replacing Meat
5. Planning Healthy Meals
6. Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
7. Immune-Boosting Foods
8. Maintaining a Healthy Weight

References

1	American Dietetic Association. (2003). Position paper on vegetarian diets. J Am Diet Assoc, 103, 748-765.