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Another research study has been done to contribute to the growing body of work that reveal the benefits of fruit and vegetable consumption. This time, a study conducted in China showed a remarkable preventive effect of fruit and vegetable consumption on the incidence of lung cancer.
From the report:

The reduced risk is particularly evident in smokers but is also apparent in non-smokers. The details of this study appeared in the February 2007 issue of the Annals of Oncology
Many studies have suggested that a high intake of vegetables and fruits reduces the incidence of several types of cancer. The relatively high concentration of anti-oxidants is the most common explanation for this effect. Attempts to decrease the incidence of certain cancers by providing anti-oxidants in the form of vitamins has, in general, not been as successful as consuming natural food.


TK: This reminds me of a discussion I had with Lorelei DiSogra about the early days of research on the link between reduced cancer risk and fruit and vegetable consumption. It was that research, which DiSogra helped organize and present, that was the spring board to 5 a Day, first in California and then at the national level. The world needs less cigarettes and more fruits and vegetables, and slowly but surely it may happen.