Because it acts as a hormone, trigonelline may be dangerous in women who have breast cancer, but it may also protect against colon cancer. (health.com)
In addition, according to some studies, the pectin found in bananas may help protect against colon cancer. (fitnessandpower.com)
Fiber reduces the conversion of primary into secondary bile acids, which are potential cancer promoters; it absorbs more bile acids and dilutes them within a larger stool mass, thus protecting against colon cancer. (virginiahopkinstestkits.com)