“working age” It is an age that requires high protein and complete nutrition. To strengthen the body to have energy ready to fight each day But if someone does not eat all 5 food groups and likes to eatred meat” and “processed food” Very often, be careful! Because these foods will increase the risk of getting sick “colon cancer” 32% more
But don’t get me wrong! We are not 100% recommending giving up red meat altogether, as our bodies still need animal protein. To strengthen the wear and tear in the body that deteriorates with age as well as reducing the risk of cancer It’s not just a balanced diet. but must be coupled with regular exercise as well
- Why does processed food (bacon, sausage, ham, salami) and red meat (cow, pork, lamb) increase the risk of colon cancer?
This story has answers from research from the UK. that was published in the journal International Journal of Epidemiology (Report as of 2019; Update new information in 2021) The research team has studied on the topic. “People who eat an average of 76g of red and processed meat per day, or regarding 3 slices of ham (moderate), are at increased risk of developing heart disease.colon cancerincreased or not?” That amount is close to the average daily intake of people in the UK.
The research team surveyed and analyzed data from more than 500,000 UK ‘working people’ over the past seven years. eating red meat and processed foods even with moderate consumption (not consumed in large amounts) there is a risk ofcolon cancer a 32% increase compared to those who ate less than 11 grams of processed food and red meat per day
- processed food The “exact cause” of cancer
scientific evidence that Red meat and processed foods have been linked to “Carcinogens” It was this body of knowledge that was discovered a long time ago. But over the past several years A growing body of evidence is emerging. In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reported strong research evidence stating:
processed meat The “exact cause” of cancer (or group 1 carcinogens), which is the same group of carcinogens contained in “Cigarettes and Alcohol”
While red meat is the “probable cause” of cancer. (Or group 2a carcinogens), which is the same group as the behavior of working night shifts / little rest.
The researchers found that three chemicals in processed foods and red meat have been linked to an increased risk of heart attack. “Colon cancer” It is a chemical found naturally in meat. And found the occurrence of chemicals during processing or when cooking, including
- Haem : It is a pigment found in red meat such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Nitrates, Nitrites : A substance that is commonly added to processed foods to give it a pinkish red color and stay fresh longer.
- Heterocyclic amines, Polycyclic amines : It occurs when cooking processed foods and red meat at high temperatures.
These 3 chemicals will destroy the cells in the human intestinal wall. damage the intestinal skin cells when cells are often damaged accumulated for a long time It will increase the risk of cancer cells.
- How to reduce the amount of processed food adjust eating to balance
Professor Tim Key, head of the latest research team and deputy director of the Cancer Epidemiology Unit. of the University of Oxford, said that although reducing the consumption of red meat and processed foods may produce less results than quitting smoking But it is still important that consumers be careful when eating these foods.
The researchers offer advice on how to reduce your consumption of red meat and processed foods. that working age can apply in daily life as follows
1. Choose one day each week. Set a day to abstain from eating meat and processed food. to control their consumption of less
2. Find new recipes that use fresh chicken or fish Substitute red meat (beef, lamb, pork) or replace processed foods.
3. Substitute some or all of the meat in your regular diet with legumes like lentils, chickpeas, etc.
4. Try making a Veg Pledge or making a commitment to eat vegan for a certain period of time, such as making a commitment to eat only vegetarian food for a month to explore other food options. that does not use meat as an ingredient and exploring health changes
5. Reduce the portion of food cooked from red meat or processed foods that you like to eat. For example, from normally eating 3 sausages per day, reduce it to 1 piece per day or cut out some red meat and replace it with vegetables.
Another important thing to know is the switch to more expensive processed meats. Or opt for organic red meat. It doesn’t make you less at risk of cancer. The best way to reduce your risk of cancer is to reduce your consumption of all types of processed meat and red meat.
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refer : Cancer Research UK1, Cancer Research UK2, Cancer Council, Pokrath Hansasuta, Mame
