What types of cancer are fruit and vegetables protective against?
Consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables can help reduce the risk of developing cancer of the bowel, breast, endometrium, kidney and oesophagus. Fruit and vegetable consumption does not appear to be associated with a lower risk of breast or ovarian cancer. One report suggests that tomato consumption may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. The association of fruit and vegetable consumption on stomach cancer risk remains inconclusive; however fruit may possibly be protective. Fruit consumption also appears to provide protection against bladder cancer. What happens if I have already been diagnosed with cancer? Eating fruit and vegetables is not a cure for cancer and for people already diagnosed with cancer, there is some evidence that a diet high in fruit and vegetables is of no significant benefit, but it is very unlikely to be harmful. This is still an active area for research however we do know that eating well and being active can help you feel better, have more energy and help re
