Investigating the Potential of Coffee Consumption to Decrease Colorectal Cancer Incidence
Sipping on Coffee Could Lower Colorectal Cancer Risks
Did you know that coffee might just be your friend in the fight against colorectal cancer? According to the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), multiple studies suggest a link between coffee consumption and a reduced risk of colorectal and bowel cancer.
In a study published in the International Journal of Cancer, drinking four cups of Joe per day was associated with a 32% lower risk of colorectal cancer recurrence. The study involved a whopping 1,719 participants with colorectal cancer in stages 1 through 3.
So, how does coffee put up such a strong fight against colorectal cancer? Well, here are some reasons:
- Coffee may help reduce oxidative stress by acting as a powerful antioxidant.
- It aids the gut bacteria, promoting a healthy digestive system that could play a role in cancer prevention.
- Coffee has been known to inhibit tumor growth, making it a potential weapon against cancer cell proliferation.
- Coffee also helps protect against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, offering another defense against colorectal cancer.
Now, it's important to note that the benefits aren't just limited to caffeinated coffee. Even decaffeinated coffee has shown a lower risk of colorectal cancer compared to not drinking coffee at all. However, caffeinated coffee has been associated with a higher risk of rectal cancer but not colon cancer, hinting that our bodies might metabolize the two types of coffee differently.
Want to make sure you keep those colorectal cancer risks at bay? Here are some practical tips:
- Get your body moving with regular exercise.
- Watch what you eat and opt for a balanced, nutritious diet.
- Say "no" to tobacco and alcohol.
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- The World Cancer Research Fund suggests that multiple studies indicate a link between coffee consumption and a reduced risk of colorectal and bowel cancer.
- In a study published in the International Journal of Cancer, drinking four cups of coffee per day was associated with a 32% lower risk of colorectal cancer recurrence.
- Coffee may help reduce oxidative stress by acting as a powerful antioxidant, aid the gut bacteria, promote a healthy digestive system, inhibit tumor growth, and protect against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
- Even decaffeinated coffee has shown a lower risk of colorectal cancer compared to not drinking coffee at all, but caffeinated coffee has been associated with a higher risk of rectal cancer.
