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Cancer Can't Stand This Diet: Dr. William Li's Anti-Cancer Nutrition Breakthroughs

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Scrubbing Out Cancer and Importance of Gut Microbiome and Dietary Fiber

Cancer can be compared to scrubbing out notes on a dry erase board for a clean slate. Only 20% of people respond well to treatment, often due to lacking the right gut microbiome makeup. Beyond the widely discussed Acromancia bacteria, other bacterial strains also play a crucial role. Research has shown that consuming dietary fiber can significantly reduce mortality from cancer, with every five to six grams leading to a 30% decrease in melanoma mortality. Increasing daily fiber intake, ideally up to 50 grams, could potentially offer even more benefits.

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