About ▼ Careers Internship MedBlog Contact us

LOGIN REGISTER

Medindia » Articles » Diet and Nutrition » Benefits of a Vegan Diet for Fighting Cancer - References

Benefits of a Vegan Diet for Fighting Cancer - References

Written by - Rakhee Maloo, BA

Article Reviewed by - The Medindia Medical Review Team

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2014

References:

Vegetarians get less cancer - (http://www.nhs.uk/news/2009/07July/Pages/VegetarianDietCancerProtection.aspx)
Cancer incidence in vegetarians: results from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC-Oxford). - (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19279082)
Vegetarian diets and the incidence of cancer in a low-risk population. - (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23169929)
News Letter - (http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/ss06/vegetables.html)

Author: Rakhee Maloo

Editor: Sushma Rao

Technically Checked by: Lingaraj

Published on Nov 08, 2014
Last Updated on Nov 08, 2014

Advertisement

Recommended Reading

Diet for Cancer Patients during Chemotherapy

Diet for Cancer Patients during Chemotherapy

Consuming a nutrient-rich, balanced diet during chemotherapy is essential to preserve immunity, prevent treatment-related complications, and enhance recovery.

Top 6 Cancer-Causing Foods That You Should Avoid

Top 6 Cancer-Causing Foods That You Should Avoid

Can certain foods increase your cancer risk? Yes, processed meats, fried foods and alcohol are linked to higher cancer risk, while healthier diets can lower it.

Raw food diet, made of uncooked and unprocessed food, is gaining popularity in the world of health, fitness and weight loss. However, with its drawbacks, it cannot be considered as a wholesome diet. Learn more about the raw food diet in this ...

Larry Hagman Fights Cancer With Vegan Diet

Larry Hagman Fights Cancer With Vegan Diet

Larry Hagman, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last month, has changed his diet to totally vegan in a bid to overcome cancer.

Protein Power of Vegan Diet

Protein Power of Vegan Diet

A Vegan diet eaten over the course of a day can meet the human dietary protein requirements and provide all essential amino acids, ensure adequate nitrogen retention and use in healthy adults.

Flexitarian Diet

Flexitarian Diet

Everyone wants to lose weight naturally and nutritionally. Did you know that the flexitarian diet could be your best bet yet? Find out all you need to know about the benefits of a flexitarian diet.

Plate of a Vegan Diet: A Path to Health or Eating Disorder?

Plate of a Vegan Diet: A Path to Health or Eating Disorder?

A Brazilian study dispels misconceptions about veganism and eating behavior, revealing surprising insights.

Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping

Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping

Healthy grocery shopping is not only about counting calories and checking food labels, but about selecting fresh and seasonal foods and cooking them right.