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4. Milk and Calcium-Rich Foods

Could an extra glass of milk a day help lower the risk of colorectal cancer? Research suggests it might.

A large study found that adding about 300 milligrams of calcium to your daily diet—the amount in a single glass of milk—could reduce the risk of this common cancer by 17%. Calcium isn’t just found in milk, though. Yogurt, cheese, and even non-dairy options like fortified almond or soy milk are also great sources. Leafy greens like spinach and collard greens pack a calcium punch too, along with magnesium and potassium, making them a double win for your health.

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