Adopting a balanced diet can substantially influence the chance of people developing bowel cancer, an expert claims.
Ian Beaumont of Bowl Cancer UK has highlighted the fact that links between a healthy diet and lifestyle and bowel cancer are becoming more apparent.
He advises those with a family history of the disease to check their health, as genetics is not the only factor that can influence chances of developing bowel cancer.
"The classic eating more fruit and vegetables, drinking less, not smoking, not eating too many fatty foods or processed foods, not eating too much red meat, and living a healthier lifestyle all impact on bowel cancer much more than people realise," he explained.
Bowel Cancer UK estimates that 35,000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year in Britain, with key symptoms including blood when going to the toilet, persistent abdominal pain and unexplained weight loss.
A new scheme is being rolled out across Scotland that will see bowel cancer testing kits sent to patients between the ages of 50 to 74.
Taking supplements can help to boost a healthy balanced diet and vitamin intake for people suffering from a range of conditions.
Adopting a balanced diet can substantially influence the chance of people developing bowel cancer, an expert claims.
