Veg Diet Boosts Remission

Breast-cancer survivors can be more hopeful today thanks to new information about the disease and diet. According to a just-released study in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, breast-cancer survivors cut their risk of recurrence by approximately 31 percent by consuming a diet heavy in fruits, vegetables, and fiber. Researchers found that eating plant-based foods can reduce estrogen levels in the body, a key factor in the development of breast cancer. Given the innumerable studies published over the years touting the benefits of a vegetarian diet, it’s clear that most everyone would benefit by eating more fruits and vegetables.