In 1909, Americans consumed 200 lbs of grains and 200 lbs of fresh potatoes (not chips, not fries) every year. They ate mainly a plant-based diet. 1 out of 33 people developed cancer. (Canadian statistics follow very close to these and our diets are fairly comparable.)
In 1985, the amount of grains and fresh potatoes consumed by the average person had decreased by 50%. Meat and milk consumption had doubled. Consumption of chicken increased by 300%. A shift occurred from a mostly plant-based diet to one laden with animals, sugar and refined foods. 1 out of 3 people developed cancer.
In 2015, with increase in processed and refined foods and further changes in dietary and lifestyle habits, and an increase in environmental carcinogenic factors, cancer rates soared to 1 out of 2 people.
By 2020, statistics predict that everyone will develop cancer at some time in their life.
Interested in ways to prevent cancer? Move towards and / or adopt a whole food, plant based diet. Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight. Attend a cooking class or supper club and try out some plant based food. Join a walking group. To learn more about cancer and ways to prevent it, visit the American Institute for Cancer Research at: www.airc.org/foods-that-fight-cancer/
Sign-up for local events that will help support you on your journey towards living your best life at: https://victoriahealthypeople.org/sign-up/
