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With its emphasis on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, combined with limited amounts of sodium, sugar, red meat, and processed foods, DASH is spot-on for reducing the risk of some cancers.

Fruits and vegetables not only are great sources of powerful antioxidants and other cancer-fighting nutrients but also provide loads of colon-friendly fiber. Whole grains likewise deliver another wide spectrum of equally important nutrients and fiber. Diets rich in these healthy foods have long been associated with a lower likelihood of cancer.

Red meats, especially processed meats such as bacon and lunch meats, have been clearly linked to a higher risk for colon cancer. DASH keeps these high-sodium foods to a minimum, with the option of avoiding them altogether. And because a high-salt diet may raise the likelihood of esophageal and stomach cancers, choosing DASH can make all the difference.

Finally, obesity itself contributes to a spectrum of cancers, including cancers of the breast, esophagus, pancreas, colon, uterus, and prostate. Combining DASH with calorie-cutting and exercise can get you back on the right track.