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epidemiology2 days ago•47 min saved

Global study links diet type to varied cancer risks across 1.8 million participants

A pooled analysis of 1.8 million adults from nine prospective cohorts across the UK, US, Taiwan, and India found diet‑related differences in cancer risk. Compared with meat eaters, poultry eaters had a lower prostate cancer risk; pescatarians had lower colorectal, breast, and kidney cancer risks; vegetarians had lower risks of pancreatic, breast, prostate, kidney cancers and multiple myeloma but a higher risk of oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma; vegans had a higher risk of colorectal cancer. The authors caution that results may not generalize and could be influenced by residual confounding and misclassification in diet groups.

via Nature|

#cancer-risk #cohort-study #colorectal-cancer

science2 days ago•5 min saved

Microplastics Detected in 9 of 10 Prostate Tumors, Study Signals Environmental Link to Cancer

A pilot study from NYU Langone Health found microplastics in 90% of analyzed prostate cancer tumors, with cancerous tissue showing about 2.5 times more microplastics than healthy tissue (roughly 40 vs 16 micrograms per gram). Researchers say microplastic exposure could be a risk factor for prostate cancer and call for further study and potentially stricter plastic regulation to understand and mitigate this environmental health risk.

via Indian Defence Review|

#cancer-risk #environmental-exposure #microplastics

news6 days ago•18 min saved

Common food preservatives show modest cancer risk signals in a large diet study

A Sorbonne-led study of 105,260 adults tracked detailed dietary records over about 7.5 years and found modest cancer risk signals for higher intake of several non-antioxidant preservatives (notably potassium sorbate, sulfites, sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate, acetates, and acetic acid), while total preservative intake showed no overall cancer link. Antioxidant preservatives (erythorbates) showed fewer signals. The results are observational and do not prove causation, but researchers say the findings warrant closer scrutiny and could inform potential regulatory review and a push toward less-processed foods.

via Earth.com|

#cancer-risk #news #nutrition-epidemiology

health1 month ago•14 min saved

Red Wine and Longevity: The Evidence Isn’t Clear

A HuffPost piece examines whether red wine truly boosts lifespan. It notes that while light drinking has been linked to lower cardiovascular risk and possibly better diabetes markers, the evidence is inconclusive and confounded by overall healthy lifestyle factors. The supposed antioxidant polyphenols may not offer a meaningful advantage, and all alcohol is a known carcinogen. The article emphasizes that any subtle longevity benefit, if it exists, likely comes from drinking within a healthy lifestyle (eating well, social connections, meals, and moderation) rather than wine alone, with a clear warning to keep portions small.

via HuffPost|

#alcohol #cancer-risk #cardiovascular-health

health1 month ago•1 min saved

Long-Term Diets Linked to Cancer Risk

Decades of research link what you eat to cancer risk, but current thinking emphasizes overall, long-term dietary patterns over single 'superfoods'; while diet can influence cancer risk at the population level, cancer arises from many interacting factors.

via The New York Times|

#cancer-risk #diet #epidemiology

health1 month ago•7 min saved

Could ibuprofen lower some cancer risks? Early findings with caveats

Emerging studies link regular ibuprofen use with lower risks of endometrial and bowel (colorectal) cancers, possibly by dampening inflammation and affecting cancer-related genes, though evidence is not conclusive and high-dose or long-term NSAID use can cause serious side effects. Experts caution against self-prescribing ibuprofen for cancer prevention and emphasize proven prevention strategies like a healthy weight, exercise, and a balanced diet.

via ScienceDaily|

#cancer-risk #endometrial-cancer #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Wisconsin experts push for clear alcohol guidance after U.S. dietary guidelines drop numeric limits

New U.S. dietary guidelines urge Americans to consume less alcohol but drop explicit moderation limits, prompting Wisconsin public-health advocates to call for clearer serving guidance and risk information as alcohol-related liver disease and cancer rise in the state; the shift sparks discussion about warning labels and social norms, including Dry January.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#alcohol #cancer-risk #dietary-guidelines

health1 month ago•8 min saved

Some Food Preservatives May Be Linked to Higher Cancer Risk, Large French Study Finds

A large French NutriNet-Santé cohort study of 105,260 adults over about 7.5 years found that overall intake of common food preservatives was not associated with total cancer risk. Among 17 additives analyzed, 11 showed no link, and no association existed between total preservative intake and cancer incidence. However, the researchers suggest that some individual preservatives may be linked to higher cancer risk, though causality is not established. The findings could prompt regulatory re-evaluation of additive safety, clearer labeling, and stronger moves toward less-processed foods to protect public health.

via SciTechDaily|

#cancer-risk #food-additives #health

health-and-environment1 month ago•7 min saved

Study on Roundup Retracted, Heightening Safety Concerns

A landmark 2000 study claiming glyphosate in Roundup was safe has been retracted due to ethical concerns and industry influence, renewing fears about the herbicide's carcinogenic potential and prompting calls for regulatory reassessment by the EPA.

via The New York Times|

#cancer-risk #epa #glyphosate

science1 month ago•5 min saved

Scientists Discover Why Aging Gut Genes Go Silent

Scientists discovered a specific epigenetic drift called ACCA that accumulates in aging gut stem cells, leading to gene silencing linked to inflammation and cancer risk. This process is influenced by iron metabolism and inflammation but can potentially be slowed or reversed by restoring iron levels or activating Wnt signaling, offering new insights into intestinal aging and cancer prevention.

via SciTechDaily|

#cancer-risk #dna-methylation #epigenetic-aging

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Morning Tea and Coffee May Reduce Risks of Heart Disease, Dementia, and More

A comprehensive review highlights that moderate consumption of traditional brewed tea, especially green tea, is linked to improved heart health, lower cancer risk, better metabolic markers, and potential cognitive and muscle health benefits, though added sugars and contaminants in commercial tea products may pose risks.

via SciTechDaily|

#antioxidants #cancer-risk #cardiovascular-health

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Hidden Dangers of Drinking and Tobacco in Cancer Risk

A comprehensive review highlights that alcohol consumption increases the risk of various cancers, with higher risks among certain groups such as African Americans, those with genetic predispositions, and individuals with obesity or diabetes. The study emphasizes moderation, healthy lifestyle choices, and targeted public health policies to reduce alcohol-related cancer burden.

via SciTechDaily|

#alcohol #cancer-risk #demographic-disparities

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Common Diets and Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Lung Cancer Risk

A new study links the consumption of ultra-processed foods, including lunch meats and fizzy drinks, to an increased risk of lung cancer, highlighting the importance of dietary choices in disease prevention, though further research is needed to confirm causality.

via Metro.co.uk|

#cancer-risk #diet #fizzy-drinks

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Hyderabad Oncologist Warns 5 Habits to Avoid in Your 20s to Cut Cancer Risk

Hyderabad oncologist Dr. Raghuram advises young adults in their 20s to avoid habits like smoking, sedentary behavior, poor diet, sleep deprivation, and vitamin D deficiency to reduce long-term cancer risk, emphasizing early lifestyle changes for better health outcomes.

via Hindustan Times|

#cancer-risk #diet #health

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Oncologist Warns Daily Pill May Raise Cancer Risk by 30%

An oncologist warns that daily synthetic multivitamins may increase the risk of various cancers by up to 30%, advocating for warning labels and reclassification of these supplements as drugs due to their potential to promote cancer cell growth by flooding the bloodstream with unnecessary nutrients.

via The Mirror|

#cancer-risk #health #multivitamins