People who eat more fiber, especially fiber from fruits, experience significantly lower risk of pancreatic cancer, according to Italian research. Those with the highest total fiber intake had a 40% lower risk than those with the lowest intake. However, grain fibers were not linked to any apparent benefit.
Diets rich in dietary fiber, especially from fruits and vegetables, provide many benefits.
Fred Hardinge, DrPH, RD
Source: PositiveChoices.com. Used with permission.