Search the Health
Encyclopedia:
Go

Diet and Cancer

Although scientists can't pinpoint what causes every case of cancer, most agree that up to 40 percent of cases are diet-related. Researchers at the University of Washington say that eating more broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables offers some protection against the disease.

Online Medical Reviewer: Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer: Kanipe, Jennifer RN, BSN
Online Medical Reviewer: Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Online Medical Reviewer: Stump-Sutliff, Kim RN, MSN, AOCNS
Last Annual Review Date: 8/6/2009
Powered By StayWell Custom Communications
Copyright © 2009 StayWell Custom Communications except where otherwise noted.