4 Fruits to Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk...Lower it to 26%?
Apr 28, 2025
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Meanwhile, Joseph Salab, a gastroenterologist at a hospital in Florida, USA, cited a 2023 study and introduced four fruits online that are known to reduce the risk of colon cancer.
◇Watermelon
Joseph Salab "Watermelon intake can lower colorectal cancer risk by 26%""Watermelon is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can prevent cell damage" he explained. Watermelon, a summer fruit, is a treasure trove of hydration and antioxidants. Watermelon is rich in vitamins C and A, which helps strengthen the immune system and maintain healthy skin as well as intestinal health.
◇Apple
Eating just one apple a day can prevent colorectal cancer or at least reduce the risk by 25%.
It is rich in fiber, which promotes healthy bowel activities, reduces exposure of the colon to carcinogens, and contains polyphenols with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It can also help prevent other serious conditions such as heart disease and diabetes.
Joseph Salhab argued that "Studies have shown that eating apples three to six times a week can reduce the risk of premature death to less than 30%."
◇Kiwi
Kiwi is an excellent source of fiber that helps digestive health. Studies have shown that kiwis reduce the risk of colon cancer by 13%.
It is also rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, which help protect cells from oxidative stress that can lead to cancer.
One study found that regular consumption of kiwis can help regulate bowel activity and reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, making them a great choice for overall digestive health.
◇Tangerines
Orange, grapefruit, citrus, lemon, and lime can help lower colorectal cancer risk by 9%.
Along with high vitamin C content, it also contains flavonoids that can have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Some studies show that oranges can lower the risk of depression by 20%.
On the other hand, like other diseases, the best way to prevent colorectal cancer is regular health checkups.
Colorectal cancer is in its 60s, but adenoma, the seed of colorectal cancer, is in its 50s. Therefore, it is recommended that adults over 50 years of age undergo colonoscopy at least once every 5 years, even if they do not have any symptoms. However, if you have a history of inflammatory bowel disease, if you have polyps more than 1 cm, or if you have multiple polyps, colonoscopy is recommended every 1 to 3 years.
In particular, if parents have a history of colorectal cancer, their children are reported to be three to four times more likely to develop colorectal cancer and seven times more likely between brothers. Therefore, if you have colorectal cancer patients in your family, you should be more careful and prepare closely through early examination.
In addition, to prevent colorectal cancer, it is desirable to improve diet and maintain physical activity appropriate for strength, such as smoking cessation, abstaining from alcohol and eating dietary fiber instead of processed meat.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
