URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/29999423/
Journal: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
Publication Date: 09/2018
Summary: Meta analysis of link between processed meat consumption and colorectal cancer in Asian populations. Most studies conducted in Asia showed that processed meat consumption is not related to the onset of cancer. Moreover, there have been no reports showing significant correlation between various factors that directly or indirectly affect colorectal cancer incidence, including processed meat products types, raw meat types, or cooking methods.
Key Takeaways
Meat of all types from raw to cooked to processed are not associated with increased risk of colon cancer.
Worried Meat Will Increase Your Risk For Colon Cancer? Don't Be