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8. Aim to meet nutritional needs through diet alone

Increasing the consumption of the relevant nutrients through the usual diet is preferred.

  • The evidence shows that high-dose nutrient supplements can be protective or can cause cancer.
  • The studies that demonstrate such effects do not relate to widespread use among the general population, in whom the balance of risks and benefits cannot confidently be predicted. 
  • A general recommendation to consume supplements for cancer prevention might have unexpected adverse effects.

 

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8. Aim to meet nutritional needs through diet alone
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1. Be as lean as possible within the normal range of body weight
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2. Be physically active as part of everyday life
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3. Limit consumption of energy-dense foods and avoid sugary drinks
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4. Eat mostly foods of plant origin
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5. Limit intake of red meat and avoid processed meat
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6. Limit alcoholic drinks
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7. Limit consumption of salt, and avoid mouldy cereals or pulses
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