Processed meat has been classified as a ‘definite’ cause of cancer

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You’ve probably seen today's headlines, about the fact that processed meat has been classified as a ‘definite’ cause of cancer. And red meat is a ‘probable’ cause.

The decision – coordinated by a respected international body – has been so highly anticipated by the media that speculation about the announcement has been building since last week.



But a link between certain types of meat and some forms of cancer – notably bowel cancer – isn’t ‘new’ news – the evidence has been building for decades, and is supported by a lot of careful research.

Nevertheless, today’s announcement is significant. It comes from the InternationalAgency for Research on Cancer (IARC) – a group of international experts who scrutinise the overall evidence – in this case more than 800 studies – on how likely certain things are to cause cancer. Their decisions carry a lot of clout, especially with governments and regulators.

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-s...ssed-meat-what-you-need-to-know-a6709266.html
 
This is indeed significant news. The article states that evidence that processed meat causes cancer is the same as for tobacco - however the risk is much lower. The LCHF diet seems to be focused on meat and processed meats - bad breath, constipation and now bowel cancer. 😱

A balanced diet (can be plant based) and plenty of exercise is what is required. Haven't eaten any meat myself for over 25 years. :D
 
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