Reasonable daily diet can prevent rectal cancer

Rectal cancer is a cancer between the junction of the sigmoid colon and rectum and the dentate line. It is a common malignant tumor of the digestive tract and ranks second among digestive tract cancers. In recent years, its incidence has been gradually increasing, which is undoubtedly a huge threat to people's health. Paying attention to a reasonable diet in daily life is of great significance for the prevention of rectal cancer and the recovery of rectal cancer patients.

Eating more fresh vegetables rich in vitamins and foods with anti-cancer effects in daily life can prevent rectal cancer, such as dark green and cruciferous vegetables, such as celery, mustard, cabbage, radish, tomatoes, etc. In addition, eating more fungi, soy products, citrus fruits, malt and oatmeal, yogurt, onions, ginger, and garlic, which have anti-cancer effects, is also beneficial.

Dietary fiber in food has the function of promoting gastrointestinal motility, increasing stool volume, and shortening the time stool stays in the intestine. Eating more dietary fiber is also very important for preventing rectal cancer. Because the larger the amount of feces staying in the intestine and the longer it stays, the more active the bacteria in the feces are, and the more carcinogens are produced. When there is a lack of fiber in the diet, the stool in the colon will become dry and hard, and the speed of passage will be slow, and the abdominal wall muscles will become weak, which will prolong the emptying time. If the time is too long, the chance of rectal cancer will be relatively increased. In addition, studies have confirmed that the fiber in food can dilute the potentially carcinogenic substances in oils and fats, and can also accelerate the speed at which carcinogens are excreted from the body through the digestive system.