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piesebel

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on: Aug 19, 2018
How might fruits and vegetables reduce the risks of some cancers?

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Regular physical activity is associated with increased life expectancy.
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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
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Possible benefit has been attributed, in part, to nutrients and phytochemicals with antioxidant activity, as these substances may prevent or reduce the oxidative reactions in cells that cause DNA damage. In addition, phytochemicals may inhibit carcinogen production in the body, enhance immune responses that protect against cancer development, or promote enzyme reactions that inactivate carcinogens. The B vitamin folate functions in DNA synthesis and repair; thus, inadequate folate intakes may allow DNA damage to accumulate. Fruits and vegetables also contribute dietary fiber, which may help to protect against colon and rectal cancers by diluting potential carcinogens in fecal matter and accelerating their removal from the GI tract.

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Reply 2 on: Aug 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Excellent

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