MaryAnn Sorge was 59-years-old when she had her first encounter with cancer. Since then, the 74-year-old has conquered cancer three times with the care and support of New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) by her side.
The Mediterranean dietary eating pattern centers around whole plant-based foods and emphasizes other important aspects of a healthy lifestyle including, being social, acting mindfully and engaging in physical activity.
Eating fruits and non-starchy vegetables are strongly linked to reduced risks of cancers of the mouth, pharynx, larynx, and esophagus. Additionally, fruits are strongly linked to a lowered risk of developing lung cancer. Statistics show that only 24% of Americans eat the recommended amounts of fruit, and even fewer, a mere 13%, eat the recommended amounts of vegetables.
In-season fruits and vegetables are fresher, healthier, and less costly. They are grown and harvested during optimal growing seasons (when the weather and soil cooperate) and therefore contain the highest amounts of nutrients and flavor.