Colon cancer (aka colorectal cancer), a condition primarily confined to the bowel, generally offers a promising chance for treatment and even complete recovery. Surgical intervention stands as the mainstay approach, leading to a successful cure for about half of the individuals affected. Despite these encouraging outcomes, the resurgence of cancer after surgery poses a significant challenge, frequently becoming the underlying cause of mortality.
It is well-known that having a healthy food diet is essential in life. A new study raises awareness about the consumption of red meat and sugar, as colon cancer could occur later in life. Geo.tv brings details about the new research.
Young people should be aware of colon cancer
The recent study has suggested that the consumption of red meat and sugar may lead to the development of colorectal cancer even at a younger age, indicating differences in protein breakdown. Colorectal cancer is likely to become a leading cause of cancer-related deaths for those aged 20 to 49 in the US by 2030.
Although the new study highlighted dietary and environmental factors as potential triggers for cancer, the precise underlying cause remains unknown. Dr. Suneel Kamath of Cleveland Clinic, who is the senior author of the study, emphasized the limited understanding of the cause thus far. Kamath explained, as Geo.tv quotes:
Unfortunately, there’s a narrative out there in both the medical community and the general public that you can be too young to have cancer, and I want people to know that, unfortunately, that isn’t the case.
The study compared two groups of individuals. One of the groups comprised young individuals with colorectal cancer, while the other consisted of those who developed the disease at a more typical age. The scientists discovered that individuals under 50 with colorectal cancer exhibited lower levels of citrate, a substance produced during the body’s conversion of food into energy.
The main takeaway from the research, according to Kamath, is the need to make dietary modifications.
The researchers hope that this study will pave the way for further investigation into the causes of colon cancer, leading to improved therapies for young adults diagnosed with the disease.
