Modern nutritional science recognizes fruits and vegetables as healthy foods that can reduce the risk of cancer, and most people agree with the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But can we fight cancer effectively by eating only fruits and vegetables? Is it healthy to eat only fruits and vegetables? Well, not necessarily.
Fruits and Vegetables Can Fight Cancer, but There Is a Limit to Their Effectiveness
Fruits and vegetables may reduce cancer risk because they are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that help boost the body’s ability to fight cancer in many ways. Conversely, low fruit and vegetable consumption is associated with an increased risk of death from cancer….