The World Health Organization released a major statement today concerning Cancer Research and Diet.The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) gathered a group of 22 Scientists from 10 different Countries and they evaluated the carcinogenicity of eating Red and Processed Meats. What they determined was major... According to their research eating Red Meats was determined as probably carcinogenic. However they also concluded that consumption of Processed meat IS... Carcinogenic.
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According to WHO, Red Meat consists of Beef, Veal, Lamb, Mutton, Pork, Horse,and Goat. Also, "Processed" means meat that has been salted, cured, fermented, smoked or undergone any other process to enhance flavor and improve preservation. The most common Examples of these types of meats are Hot Dogs, Bacon, ham, sausages,and beef jerky. Other carcinogenic elements are added to meat through charring and cooking with extreme heat such as grilling also. The types of cancer associated with consumption of these meats were Colon Cancer, then most common, as well as Pancreatic and Prostate Cancer. It does not mean that consumption is as dangerous an other Cancer causes such as Smoking but it is definitely a risk nonetheless. In my opinion , more studies should definitely be conducted to determine if its the meat or the chemicals involved in its preparation for consumption. so we can know what specifically to avoid. Question is, Would you be willing to change your diet based on this new scientific research? What are some alternatives to Red and Processed meats that are worthy substitutes? And Is it better to avoid eating meat altogether? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
