Some individuals in the first group ate greater amounts of poultry and seafood, which contains protein and omega-3 fatty acids. These individuals had a much lower risk of death than the women in the second group who did not consume as much.
In addition, it was discovered that women who ate a greater amount of hydrogenated oils had a much higher death rate.Another study was conducted by the National cancerInstitute in which 2,400 individuals were studied. Of these individuals 975 women, who had already contracted breast cancer consumed a low fat diet consisting of 33.3 grams of fat per day for five years. Another 1,462 women consumed 51.3 grams of fat per day.
The group consuming the lower amount of fat experienced a 42% reduction in their rate of recurrence.The problem with many of these studies is that they are observing only associations, not causation. It is extremely unclear from the data which has been compiled what data is actually relevant. Do the dietary decisions of these women merely reflect the fact that women who focus on maintaining a healthy diet also tend to make healthier lifestyle choices overall? Or, are the foods these women consume actually helpful or harmful, and to what degree? As with many studies that involve fruits and vegetables the answer remains unclear.
Aside from those foods which contain antioxidants, and effects deemed beneficial are not done so with confidence. In this case however, the evidence is strong. Foods high in antioxidants can and do aid in reducing the chances of contracting breast cancer.
May 23rd 2008 Posted to
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