Can a diet that includes a large number of vegetables significantly reduce the risk of prostate cancer? This question was answered in its review by scientists from the Center for Molecular Food Research.

There is evidence that vegetables have a positive effect on antioxidant DNA protection and help prevent cell damage, which reduces the chances of developing prostate cancer. Based on a fair amount of research, the review authors concluded that the study of tomatoes and products from them containing red pigment lycopene with antioxidant effect does not allow us to draw conclusions regarding their influence on reducing the chances of the incidence of prostate cancer. However, food containing lycopene may have protective properties. The consumption of red and orange vegetables containing the antioxidant provitamin B is also not a means of preventing prostate cancer, according to current studies. With regard to legumes, including soy and soy products, on the whole, the researchers confirmed their benefit in this aspect.

Apparently, vegetables containing vitamins C and E also do not have a positive effect on the prevention of prostate cancer. According to laboratory tests, garlic, onions and green onions are likely to have protective functions, however, for more certainty, more practical data are required. Broccoli, Brussels and other cabbages, rich in substances with an anticarcinogenic effect, have not been sufficiently studied for protection against prostate cancer, and their protective properties are still subject to research.

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