Dr. Andrei Simakov, an ultrasound diagnostics specialist, points out that smoking and alcohol are traditionally considered major causes of cancer.
According to him, smoking and alcohol are not the only factors that cause cancer.
"Nutrition is the most important factor among the risk factors, along with smoking and alcohol. Because our bodies are ultimately a product of what we eat. Therefore, including whole grains in the diet, increasing physical activity, increasing the consumption of white meat, and reducing the consumption of foods containing combustion products and sausages, reduces the risk of developing cancer in general."
He added that science still knows very little about the gut microbiome, but it is essential to keep it in good condition through a balanced diet.
He pointed out that the so-called "Western diet," with its high levels of saturated fats, processed foods and sausages, may be a risk factor for cancer.
