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Life Tips 02/07/2025 16:20

Bowel canc3r rates in young people are skyrocketing, but there's one dish that makes it "terrified"

A leading doctor has detailed inexpensive essential foods that can help you prevent colorectal cancer.
In a viral video with over 1.1 million views, Dr. Karan Rajan, a physician at the UK's National Health Service (NHS), shared a simple method he calls "maximizing fiber intake." Research indicates that fiber plays a crucial role in preventing colorectal cancer. According to Bowel Cancer UK, a significant portion of colorectal cancer cases, estimated to be nearly one-third, are linked to insufficient fiber intake, as reported by the Daily Mail.
Dr. Rajan emphasized that getting the recommended daily fiber intake is easy. It can be achieved by combining three simple ingredients, each containing 5 grams of fiber. These ingredients include a small handful of pistachios or almonds, 100 grams of peas, 50 grams of dark chocolate, or 75 grams of beans.
He also noted that fruits such as apples, avocados, and pears are rich in fiber, so combining any three of these can provide 15 grams of fiber.
Dr. Rajan further explained that when fiber is consumed from three different sources in this manner, the body benefits from additional plant nutrients, polyphenols, and prebiotic fibers, all of which positively affect the gut microbiome and have specific benefits.
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found in plants that the body does not absorb. Instead, it helps maintain a healthy digestive system and supports regular bowel movements.
This essential nutrient can be found in whole grains, legumes, peas, seeds, fruits, and vegetables.
Why is fiber an effective tool against colorectal cancer?
A study published in early 2025 by the University of California, San Diego, revealed that E. coli infections caused by foodborne toxins contribute to damage in the gut, which increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
Experts have long explained that fiber may help protect against gut infections, which are believed to contribute to the rising cases of colorectal cancer.
Dr. Alasdair Scott, a gastroenterologist and colorectal cancer surgeon with the NHS, stated that a high-fiber diet is one of the best ways to combat harmful E. coli bacteria in the gut. He added that while there is little that can be done if E. coli contributes to the early onset of colorectal cancer, a fiber-rich diet can protect against mutations that enable tumor growth, according to Daily Mail.
Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting younger individuals, with incidence rates three times higher than in older adults.
Cancer Research UK estimates that up to 54% of colorectal cancer cases could be preventable. Known risk factors include a low-fiber diet, excessive consumption of red or processed meats, and obesity.

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