Vegetarian diet linked to lower risk of colon cancer

Red meat is on the table in my house. Not that we do not like to eat it - certainly will. It's just that eating red meat was associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer.  

Since this type of cancer runs in the family of my husband, we send the roast and ribs, and use turkey tacos and burgers. Now, a new study suggests that we should go completely free of meat, but add more fish to further reduce our risk.

Meatless meals

For the study, researchers at Loma Linda University in California analyzed the eating habits of more than 70 000 people. Those who ate a vegetarian diet had a 22% lower risk of colorectal cancer than those who were not vegetarians. Among those who ate a vegetarian diet that includes fish, risk reduction was even higher - 43%. A vegetarian diet that includes fish and other seafood is called a pescovegetarian regime.

Note that the study showed that a vegetarian diet caused this lower risk, diet alone and the associated risk. The results were published online in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

How a vegetarian diet might work a little magic against colorectal cancer? "These eating habits may reduce insulin-like growth factor and insulin two hormones associated with colorectal cancer, compared to the traditional American diet," said Dr. Edward Giovannucci, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at the TH Chan Harvard University School of Public Health. 

There are other ways to a vegetarian diet may protect against colorectal cancer:

    * It is possible that something in red meat or cooked so stimulates the growth of colorectal cancer. This goes double for processed red meat.

     * Eat more plant foods provides additional functionality such as folic acid, calcium and fiber that can protect against colorectal cancer beneficial nutrients. 

And increased protection related to fish consumption? "Fish contains omega-3 fatty acids, which can be more anti-inflammatory, while a vegetarian diet has many good aspects, may be low in vitamin D Fish fatty acids is one of the few natural food sources of vitamin D, "says Dr. Giovannucci. Increased consumption of vitamin D has been linked to a lower risk of colorectal cancer. 

Why is this a big deal

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. The name refers to any of colon cancer, also known as the large intestine or rectum, the last six inches of the digestive system.

There is no way to completely prevent colorectal cancer, but there is much you can do to help prevent the outside, such as maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, drinking alcohol in moderation (if applicable), and exercise. Just change your diet should be noted as another strategy for the prevention of colorectal cancer. 

Dietary Changes 

Should eliminate red meat, my family? "More red meat consumption, better, especially for processed meats. It can be difficult for some people to completely cut, but I would encourage you to at least reduce the amount they eat," says Dr. Giovannucci. It not suggest more than two servings of 3 ounces of red meat per week.If you are interested in giving meat for good, making a gradual shift towards more vegetable protein (legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains) for a period of six months. Stop building your meals around a piece of chicken, beef or pork. 

Put a variety of plant protein in the dish and enjoy combinations.Since you're already a regime change, enjoy it by reducing the amount of sugar in the blood leading food than refined grains and sugary snacks and drinks. Forces too much sugar in the blood from your body to produce more insulin, the hormone that helps cells use energy, and insulin has an effect on promoting cancer growth. 

Get tested

Colorectal cancer is one of the easiest cancers to treat if detected at an early stage. This is why regular screening is so important. The National Cancer Institute recommends colonoscopy for all adults aged 50 years, with monitoring every 10 years, or more often if their risk of cancer is higher. People with a parent or sibling who had colon cancer should begin testing 50 years.