Some Fruits, Vegetables May Protect Against GallbladderCancer

Some Fruits, Vegetables May Protect Against GallbladderCancer

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, India--Fruit and vegetable intake seems toprotect against gallbladder cancer, while red meat is associated with anincreased risk, according to a study published in the August issue of the EuropeanJournal of Cancer Prevention (11, 4:365-8, 2002) (www.eurjcancerprev.com).Researchers from the Regional Cancer Centre conducted a case-control study thatinvolved 64 newly diagnosed cases of gallbladder cancer and 101 cases ofgallstones, which are a possible risk factor for gallbladder cancer. Accordingto a dietary analysis, a significant reduction in cancer risk was seen with ahigher consumption of radish, green chile and sweet potato, as well as mango,orange, melon and papaya. Cruciferous vegetables, beans, onions and turnips didnot significantly reduce risk. Increased risk was associated with a higherintake of capsicum, beef, tea, red chile and mutton.