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Are processed foods contributing to cancer?

Are processed foods contributing to cancer?

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Asked by L. Gibson, Last updated: Mar 02, 2024

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M. Kennedy

M. Kennedy

M. Kennedy
M. Kennedy, Web Content Writer, Denver

Answered Dec 20, 2018

There are some theories stating that processed foods may contribute to the development of cancer. It seems that there are various additives and chemicals that are added to processed foods that may be bad for the body in the long run. There are some that are high in trans fat and sugar that can make the body unhealthy. Do remember that it is not only processed food products that are connected to the development of cancer.

Smoking is one of the main causes of cancer but not all those who get cancer are smokers. Some may develop cancer because of inhaling second-hand smoke from those who smoke. Living a healthier diet can reduce the chances of the disease from developing.

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Chris Kenway

Chris Kenway

Chris Kenway
Chris Kenway, Content Writer, Jacksonville

Answered Jul 17, 2018

Processed food is considered to be bad because of all the ingredients that are added to it. A lot of processed foods contain fructose corn syrup that is known to be bad for the body. Processed food is meant to taste great but it is loaded with different preservatives that will make the food taste unnaturally good.

The more that you place unnatural and unhealthy food, the more that you will be at risk of acquiring different diseases. It may not be directly linked to cancer but eating too much-processed food can be linked to obesity which is one of the factors considered to increase the risk of getting cancer.

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