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Obesity

Obesity causes cancer

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Obesity has been linked to various types of cancers.

What science tells us

Obesity or high body mass index (BMI) is a condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount and/or distribution of body fat. To measure […]

Charcoal grilling

Grilling meat causes cancer

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Eating charred or burnt meat can increase your risk of cancer.

What science tells us

Charring or burning meat, poultry, or fish over high temperatures causes heterocyclic amines (HCAs) to form. Meat that is cooked above […]

2022-08-24T19:11:08+00:00Categories: Diet & nutrition|Tags: , , |

Processed meat

Processed meat causes cancer

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Consumption of processed meats can increase the risk of cancer.

What science tells us

Processed meat has been changed through curing, smoking, salting, fermentation, or other processes to help preserve it or enhance flavor. Processed meats are […]

2022-08-25T19:28:44+00:00Categories: Diet & nutrition|Tags: , , |
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