Korean Society for Cancer Prevention and Hurom Publish Cancer-Preventive Dietary Guidebook: "Cancer Prevention Table Set with Vegetables and Fruits"

Includes Seasonal Menus with Vegetables and Fruits and National Cancer Prevention Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions on Cancer Prevention and Eating Habits Organized in Q&A Format

Scientific Summary of the Impact of a Vegetable- and Fruit-Centered Diet on Cancer Prevention

The Korean Society for Cancer Prevention and Hurom have published a dietary guideline book recommended by the Korean Society for Cancer Prevention, presenting cancer-preventive eating habits to promote public health.

Cancer Prevention Table Set with Vegetables and Fruits. Hurom

On March 5, the Korean Society for Cancer Prevention and Hurom announced the release of the book "Cancer Prevention Table Set with Vegetables and Fruits" to highlight the importance of vegetable and fruit consumption. Previously, in March last year, the two parties signed a financial business agreement to promote the intake of vegetables and fruits in commemoration of Cancer Prevention Day, and have since pursued joint research on cancer prevention.

Cancer remains the leading cause of death among Koreans. Although treatment technologies have advanced rapidly, anxiety and misconceptions persist regarding ways to completely avoid cancer. With the awareness that "cancer prevention begins with daily lifestyle habits, rather than special treatments," the society and Hurom published this new book.

This book is a practical guide that scientifically summarizes the impact of a vegetable- and fruit-centered diet on cancer prevention, based on research data and global and domestic statistics from credible organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), and the National Cancer Center.

The book differentiates itself from existing health books by presenting cancer prevention not through specific foods or trendy diets, but as a direction for sustainable eating habits. While it is widely known that vegetables and fruits are good for health, it is difficult to find specific answers to questions such as: ▲How much should we eat? ▲How should we eat them for maximum effectiveness? ▲How can we apply this to our own families?

The book is divided into four main sections and includes appendices such as seasonal vegetable and fruit menus for cancer prevention, the top 10 national cancer prevention rules, and a daily vegetable and fruit intake checklist.

Part 1 explores the current status of vegetable and fruit intake among Koreans using statistics. The World Health Organization recommends consuming at least 400 grams of vegetables and fruits per day, but domestic data shows that a significant portion of the population falls short of this recommendation.

Part 2 focuses on effective ways to eat vegetables and fruits. It covers the nutritional characteristics by color, realistic methods to meet daily intake, and principles to minimize nutrient loss during cooking, all based on food science evidence.

Part 3 presents strategies for vegetable and fruit consumption tailored to various situations, including growing children, the elderly, athletes, and cancer survivors. It also introduces over 70 recipes that can be used in daily life. In particular, the section for cancer survivors contains dietary principles aimed at preventing recurrence and secondary cancers.

Part 4 organizes the most frequently asked questions about cancer prevention and eating habits in a Q&A format. Questions such as "Which foods help prevent cancer?", "How should vegetables and fruits be consumed?", and "How should health supplements be chosen?" are answered based on data from the World Health Organization and other domestic and international research.

The book emphasizes the importance of obtaining nutrients from food rather than supplements. It explains that cancer prevention effects through supplements have not been sufficiently proven, and research shows that intake through natural foods is safer and more effective.

Jae-won Kim, CEO of Hurom, stated, "Although information and interest in health are greater than ever before, paradoxically, the proportion of Koreans consuming the recommended daily amount of 500 grams of vegetables and fruits has continued to decrease from 2016 to 2023. I hope that this book, published in collaboration with the Korean Society for Cancer Prevention, will help increase vegetable and fruit consumption in daily life and contribute, even in a small way, to improving public health."

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