Scientists: abstinence from alcohol can lead to cancer

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New article in Jnci Cancer Spectrum indicates that several non-genetic factors, including higher consumption of red meat, lower education and alcohol consumption, are associated with an increase in colorectal cancer in people younger than 50.

Researchers observed an increase in colorectal cancer diagnoses in works from the USA, Canada, Australia and Japan, especially among people born since the 1960s.

During the same period, there were major changes in the diet of the younger generation in developing countries. It is about reducing the consumption of fruits, vegetables and calcium-rich dairy products. This is combined with an increase in the use of semi-finished products and carbonated water.

As part of the new work, scientists used data from 13 population studies. In total, 3,700 people with colorectal cancer and 4,000 healthy people under the age of 50 were studied.

Early colorectal cancer was associated with irregular use of aspirin, greater consumption of red meat, more lower levels of education, heavier drinking and, interestingly enough, abstinence.

Researchers also found that lower fiber intake was more strongly associated with rectal cancer than colon cancer.< /p>