Scientists identify ultra-processed foods that fuel colon cancer and healthy alternatives that may offset the damage
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A study by the University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute has deepened the understanding of the link between diet and inflammation, leading to cancer. The research, based on the analysis of over 100 tumor samples, showed that tumors contained a high proportion of bioactive lipids, inflammation-causing compounds, often associated with processed food consumption. These tumors also lacked molecules linked to healing and reducing inflammation. The study suggests that diets rich in ultra-processed foods increase the risk of colon cancer. Molecules found in healthful foods such as leafy greens and fish could help balance the immune response, contributing to the reduction of inflammatory compounds and the support of beneficial ones.
The study’s researchers see potential in harnessing natural healing processes as part of cancer treatment. Trials at Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute have been conducted on a modified form of fish oil, which showed promising results in reducing inflammation. The study emphasizes that a diet predominantly made up of whole, unprocessed foods can contribute significantly to a healthier, longer life. Timely dietary adjustments represent an important step toward addressing chronic inflammation and preventing diseases. The study was funded by a five-year, $3.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health and holds promise for more effective disease-prevention strategies in the future.
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