Risk of colon cancer slashed by eating specific types of vegetables, study finds

Risk of colon cancer slashed by eating specific types of vegetables, study finds

Broccoli and other cruciferous veggies could slash colon cancer risk by 17%, researchers say

Including more broccoli in your diet could reduce the risk of colon cancer, new research suggests. (iStock)

Cruciferous vegetables — including broccoli as well as cauliflower, kale, cabbage and Brussels sprouts — have previously been identified as cancer reducers. (iStock)

With nearly two million diagnoses and 903,859 deaths each year, colon cancer is the third most common and the second-leading cause of cancer deaths globally, statistics show. (iStock)

Dr. Marc Siegel said he also recommends the Mediterranean diet, which includes cruciferous vegetables as a staple. (iStock)