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For breast cancer, there is a replicated trend for women with a more "prudent or healthy" diet, i.e. higher in fruits and vegetables, to have a lower risk of cancer. [18] Unhealthy dietary patterns are associated with a higher body mass index suggesting a potential mediating effect of obesity on cancer risk. [19]
While serum low 25-hydroxyvitamin D status has been associated with a higher risk of cancer in observational studies, [99] [100] [101] the general conclusion is that there is insufficient evidence for an effect of vitamin D supplementation on the risk of cancer, [2] [102] [103] although there is some evidence for reduction in cancer mortality ...
From salmon to fortified plant-based milk, these foods can help you meet your daily vitamin D requirements and support your overall health. Read the original article on Eating Well . Show comments
Taking vitamin D supplements has no significant effect on cancer risk. [98] Vitamin D 3, however, appears to decrease the risk of death from cancer but concerns with the quality of the data exist. [99] Nevertheless, studies suggest that Vitamin D deficiency is associated with increased risk of development melanoma. [100]
Finally, limiting consumption of sugary drinks, limiting energy-rich foods, including "fast foods" and red meat, and avoiding processed meats improves health and longevity. Overall, researchers and medical policymakers conclude that this healthy diet can reduce the risk of chronic disease and cancer. [19] [20]
In low and middle income countries, foods fortified with vitamin D are "practically nonexistent." Most people in the world depend on the sun to get vitamin D, [31] and elderly populations in low UVB countries experience higher rates of cancer. [32] There are not many foods that naturally have vitamin D. [33] Examples are cod liver oil and oily ...
Heart-healthy soluble fiber is found in foods like oats, beans, lentils, edamame, fruits and vegetables. And it does more than just lower cholesterol. Soluble fiber has also been shown to promote ...
A review of clinical trials in the treatment of colds with small and large doses of Vitamin C has established that there is no evidence that it decreases the incidence of common colds. [28] After 33 years of research, it is still not established whether vitamin C can be used as a treatment for cancer. [29]