I write with all the disappointment of the millions who look at me with pleading eyes around their barbecues and wait for me to say "No"; Unfortunately, the World Health Organization considers red meat and pork as "possible carcinogens". Moreover, it also accepts processed meat products such as salami, sausage and ham in the "carcinogenic" category without softening them as "possible". I understand and feel the sadness that this situation makes every Turkish citizen feel, but all studies report that meat is predominantly associated with colorectal cancer and, to a lesser extent, with prostate and pancreatic cancer.
Especially processed meat products, cigarettes and It is among the carcinogenic substances such as asbestos. According to another study, 34,000 people in the world die every year from eating rich foods sourced from delicatessens, 1,000,000 people die from cigarettes, 600,000 people die from alcohol, and 200,000 people die from atmospheric pollution.
This risk is directly proportional to the amount of consumption. rising. In those who consume 50 grams of processed meat every day, the risk of colorectal cancer increases by 18%, while the risk of cancer can increase up to 17% in those who consume 100 grams of meat daily.
It is not known exactly why meat itself or processed meat is carcinogenic; The possible reason is the addition of chemical ingredients during meat processing. It is also important to be exposed to methane gas during cooking. But this about meat and processed meat doesn't mean we have to be vegetarian. Considering our need for protein, iron, zinc and vitamin B, which we provide through meat consumption, keeping the amount reasonable seems to be the best approach.
Experts recommend 500 grams per week. It recommends meat consumption, and as I write this, I see meat lovers consuming this amount at a time, but we need to remember that the less we consume, the more we reduce the risk to our health.
Like I've never done before. Let me finish;
Come, include cancer, its precautions and experts in your life more. Do not neglect your check-ups and awareness about this issue.
We can beat cancer when we close our eyes and do not run away from it when it is mentioned the most. The world's most famous As the war sage Sun Tzu said, “Keep your friends close to you, your enemies even closer!”
Stay healthy…
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