Ultraprocessed Foods High in Seed Oils Could Be Fueling Colon Cancer Risk
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A new study suggests certain lipids, particularly omega-6 fatty acids, which are commonly found in seed oils used to make ultraprocessed junk food, may promote inflammation in colon cancer tumors

Summary

A new study links omega-6 fatty acids, common in seed oils used in ultraprocessed foods, to inflammation that may fuel colon cancer.

Researchers found colorectal tumor samples contained high levels of omega-6s and low levels of omega-3s, which help resolve inflammation.

Prolonged inflammation can damage cells, promote uncontrolled cell growth, and increase cancer risk.

Experts suggest the Western diet, heavy in ultraprocessed foods and seed oils, is a likely contributor.

While omega-6s are essential in moderation, their current overconsumption raises concerns, prompting calls for further research and dietary caution.

  • @[email protected]English
    4•2 days ago

    Everything either causes cancer or prevents it. Nothing is neutral anymore. If coffee really does keep your risk of colon cancer down though, I’ll never get it.