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Healthy lifestyle lowers risk of diverticulitis despite genetic susceptibility

Cs news4 months ago08 mins

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle-specifically, a diet rich in fibre but light on red/processed meat, regular exercise, not smoking, and sticking to a normal weight-is linked to a significantly lower risk of diverticulitis, finds a large long term study, published online in the journal Gut. What’s more, these 5 components seem to offset the effects of inherited…

Preventing cancer starts with your diet | Lifestyles

Cs news8 months ago011 mins

You’ve learned since childhood that choosing foods like fresh vegetables and whole grains is part of a healthy lifestyle. But knowing which foods to avoid can be just as important as filling your plate with vibrant veggies and lean proteins. In fact, steering clear of some foods can help you reduce your risk of developing…