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There Is No Safe Amount of Processed Meat To Eat, According to New Research


A new study analyzing data from more than 60 previous research projects has found evidence that there is "no safe amount" of processed meat consumption -- so much so that even small daily portions are being linked to increased disease risk. The research, published Monday in the journal Nature Medi...

A new study analyzing data from more than 60 previous research projects has found evidence that there is " no safe amount" of processed meat consumption -- so much so that even small daily portions are being linked to increased disease risk.The research, published Monday in the journal Nature Medicine, examined connections between processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fatty acids and the risk of type 2 diabetes, colorectal cancer and ischemic heart disease. People who ate as little as one hot dog daily showed an 11% greater risk of type 2 diabetes and 7% increased risk of colorectal cancer compared to those who consumed none. Drinking approximately one 12-ounce soda per day was associated with an 8% increase in type 2 diabetes risk and 2% increased risk of ischemic heart disease.

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