Roughly 500,000 people die of cancer each year in the United States. T he committee advocates eating fruits or vegetables as a part of every meal and selecting such foods as snacks.
Beans can serve as an alternative to meats.
Many studies have linked diets rich in fruits and vegetables to low risks of many cancers, especially those of the gut. How these foods protect remains an open question. Limit consumption of high-fat foods, especially those derived from animals. C hoose lean cuts of meat and keep portions small, at about 2 to 3 ounces. Indeed, the committee recommends using meat as a side dish rather than the focal point of a meal.