Red meat increases likelihood of prostate cancer

The consumption of Red meat , foods rich in fat, as well as the intake of smoked products or coal, increase the possibility of developing prostate cancer , he claimed, Celia González Márquez , nutriologist Hospital of Oncology of the National Center Siglo XXI .

In an interview for GetQoralHealth , the nutrition expert clarified that food is key to prevent prostate cancer and even more if a patient is diagnosed with this disease:

"They must carry a diet balanced consume lots of raw vegetables and little protein, preferably fish and chicken. Obviously, the intake of foods such as carnitas, chicharrón, etc ... should be eliminated for all the toxins they contain; they are not beneficial for the organism. "

In this sense, González Márquez, said that patients with prostate cancer should have control of their weight and consume many products rich in Omega 3 , such as natural tuna, charales, salmon, red apples, combined with moderate consumption of fiber :

"A beneficial product to reduce the risk of prostate cancer and which is actually good for people who have this disease, are red vegetables, such as bell pepper, strawberries, cherries, tomatoes and blueberries. These contain lycopene , substance that reduces the risk of contracting Cancer in this area of ​​the body. "

The nutritionist at the National Medical Center Siglo XXI, said that a mechanism that also helps patients with prostate cancer is to exercise: "Preferably the aerobics ; These have proven to be more effective. Running, biking or swimming are an excellent option. "

González Márquez, clarified that leading a healthy lifestyle reduces in 15% the chances of developing cancer and in people diagnosed with prostate cancer , the chances that the metastasis is present, decreases significantly.


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