Accelerated Aging Linked to Rising Colon Cancer in Young Adults
A new study suggests that accelerated aging, influenced by lifestyle and environmental factors, may be driving the rise in colon cancer cases among people under 50. Researchers found that each additional year of accelerated aging increases the risk of developing cancer precursors by 16%. While traditional risk factors like body fat and smoking weren't directly linked, poor diet, alcohol use, pollution, and stress were significant contributors. The study highlights the importance of early screening, with experts advocating for lowering the screening age to combat the increasing incidence of colorectal cancer in younger adults.
