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“Research shows that diets that are heavy in processed foods and low in fresh fruits and vegetables increase cancer risk,” says, MD Cancer Center physician, Dr. Georg Chang. “We know that fresh fruits and vegetables are good. We know that too much red meat is not good.”
While colorectal cancer is more common among Black men and women, knowing your family history, making healthy choices, and getting screened can all help you take control of and reduce your risk.