Most of us know that eating a diet high in fats can contribute to heart disease and obesity. It could also contribute to the risk of developing cancer.
Some studies show a high-fat diet increases the risk of colon cancer, and others have shown that it does not. For colon cancer survivors, one study shows that a diet high in meat and refined grains increases the risk of cancer recurrence.
Even though more research is needed before a low-fat diet can be recommended as prevention for colon cancer, a balanced, low-fat, high fiber diet is still the best choice for overall optimal health.
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Meyerhardt JA, Niedzwiecki D, Hollis D, Saltz LB, Hu FB, Mayer RJ, Nelson H, Whittom R, Hantel A, Thomas J, Fuchs CS."Association of Dietary Patterns With Cancer Recurrence and Survival in Patients With Stage III Colon Cancer." JAMA Aug 15 2007;298:754-764. 29 Jan 2009.
