Children who don't eat enough fruit and vegetables faces cancer risk

A team at the World Cancer Research Fund, a leading cancer charity, has found that many children often don't take their recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables a day and this could raise their risk of developing the disease.






Parents, please note – children who don't eat enough fruit and vegetables daily are at risk of developing cancer later in life, say scientists. The scientists recommend that to cut their risk of cancer, people should keep themselves as lean as possible, without becoming underweight, and consume five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, the 'Daily Express' reported.

It is also important to limit the consumption of red meat and avoid processed meats as much as possible, say the scientists. Moreover, people should be physically active for at least 30 minutes a day, avoid sugary drinks and cut down on low-fibre processed foods high in sugar or fat.

Source: http://www.indianexpress.com/