Incorporating navy beans into the diet of colon cancer survivors could significantly enhance their health, according to a recent clinical trial conducted by researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Participants in the trial who added a cup of navy beans to their regular meals experienced positive changes in their gut microbiome.
Navy beans are rich in gut-supporting fibers, amino acids, and various nutrients that promote the flourishing of beneficial gut bacteria. The alterations observed in the participants’ gut microbiome have been linked to potential cancer prevention and improved treatment outcomes, as reported by Health Day.
Lead researcher Carrie Daniel-MacDougall, an associate professor, highlighted the positive results of the trial. Over eight weeks, participants’ gut health improved due to a rise in good bacteria, which fight dangerous bacteria. The research included 48 obese men and women over 30 with cancer-related gastrointestinal problems, with encouraging findings.
However, Daniel-MacDougall cautioned against adding navy beans to one’s diet without consulting a doctor and emphasized the need for further study on how a wider variety of foods may assist cancer patients, especially immunotherapy patients.
In other news, doctors in an Indian city have observed a surge in colorectal cancer diagnoses among 20- and 30-somethings. Poor eating choices are linked to the increase, although early diagnosis and treatment have reduced the fatality rate.
According to the World Health Organization, colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths globally. There are considerable regional differences in colorectal cancer incidence and mortality, and effective screening programs in high-income nations have reduced the incidence.
The World Health Organization anticipates that colorectal cancer incidence is expected to grow by 2040, requiring global health solutions. As such, thorough research and preventive measures are needed to address the rising cases of colorectal cancer across the world.
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