A study of nearly 80,000 people found that those who follow a predominantly plant-based diet are less likely to develop certain types of cancer. The research, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, analyzed data from the Adventist Health Study-2, which tracked Seventh-Day Adventists in the US and Canada. Participants who followed a vegetarian diet rich in whole plant foods were found to have a lower risk of stomach cancer, lymphoma, and overall cancer compared to Adventists who consumed animal products.

This study adds to the growing body of evidence linking dietary habits to cancer risk. Other research has shown that a high-fiber, plant-based diet may help delay the progression of precursor conditions that could lead to multiple myeloma. Additionally, studies have suggested that diets rich in plant-based whole foods can lower the risk of gastrointestinal cancers. These findings highlight the importance of healthy eating practices in disease prevention and safeguarding long-term health.