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(Colon Cancer) Korea has the world's highest incidence of colon cancer among young people... Ultimately, "OO" is the key.

Korea has the world's highest incidence of colorectal cancer among young people... Ultimately, the key is 'OO'.

Kim Hyun-joo's story
 

Korea ranks first in the world in the incidence of colon cancer among people in their 20s to 40s.

 

According to a paper published last year in the international medical journal Lancet by a research team at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in the United States, the incidence of colorectal cancer in Korea among people aged 20 to 49 was 12.9 per 100,000, the highest among the 42 countries surveyed. This figure is even higher than that of Australia (11.2) and the United States (10).

 

While the exact cause remains unknown, Westernized eating habits are believed to be a major contributing factor. In particular, the incidence of colorectal cancer among young people is on the rise worldwide.

 
 
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Dr. Karen Jagiyan, a colorectal surgeon based in California, has raised awareness by revealing five foods to avoid, which are linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer in young adults. She explains the foods that increase the risk of colorectal cancer and their impact.

 

First, Dr. Jagiyan warned, "Regular consumption of red meat, such as beef, veal, lamb, and pork, increases the risk of colon cancer by approximately 18%." He emphasized that cooking meat directly over an open flame further increases the risk, adding that there is no clear standard for safe intake.

 

Processed meats like lunch meats, bacon, sausage, and pepperoni are even more dangerous. Studies show that consuming just one serving daily increases the risk of colon cancer by 15% to 35%. "The less processed meat you eat, the better," he said.

 
 
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Beverages like soda and juice contain high-fructose corn syrup. Dr. Jagiyan warned, "Consuming two or more sugary drinks a day doubles the risk of colon cancer compared to those who consume them less than once a week."

 

Alcohol increases the risk of not only colon cancer but also other cancers. Dr. Jagiyan cautioned that "the common belief that moderate drinking is good for your health is incorrect," and cautioned those who habitually drink alcohol to be cautious.

 

Ultra-processed foods not only cause a variety of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, depression, and premature death, but also increase the risk of colon cancer. He recommended reducing consumption of chips, factory-made packaged bread, and cookies, citing them as examples.

 
 
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Consuming foods rich in dietary fiber plays a crucial role in preventing colon cancer. Dietary fiber promotes the growth of beneficial intestinal bacteria and reduces the risk of various cancers. Adequate dietary fiber intake is highly likely to reduce the risk of various cancers, including esophageal, stomach, colon, and rectal cancers.

 

With the incidence of colorectal cancer in young people emerging as a global problem, experts advise that maintaining a healthy diet and avoiding risk factors are essential.

 

Foods rich in dietary fiber

 

▲Fruit: Apples, oranges, etc.

▲Vegetables: cabbage, broccoli, etc.

▲Whole grains: oats, brown rice, etc.

▲Nuts: almonds, walnuts, etc.

 

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colon cancer

Without a sound, this is steady

I think regular endoscopy is the answer.

Your daily eating habits are also important.

 
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  • 해피혀니
    음식이 제일 중요한 것 같아요
    건강할때 잘 챙겨야 겠어요
    정보 감사합니다
  • 이재복
    헉 우리나라가 대장암 발병률 세계 1위인줄은 몰랐어요. 대장암이 그렇게 초기에 발견 하기가 힘들다고 하던데요. 딱히 증상도 없고 통증도 없어서 건강 검진을 자세하게 하지 않는 이상 잘 모른다고 하더라구요. 그리고 우리나라 사람들이 술도 정말 많이 먹잖아요. 알콜 중독자도 많고 술과 곁들이는 달고 짧고 매운 음식을 많이 먹다 보니 더 위험한 것 같네요. 건강 관리 유념 해야겠어요.
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    아무래도 식습관 때문이 아닐까 싶습니다. 예전보다 확실히 매운 음식들이 유행 하고 있고 사람들이 매운 음식을 많이 먹잖아요. 그리고 디저트종류들도 엄청 달고 커피도 단 커피를 많이 마셔서 그런 게 아닐까 싶습니다. 아메리카노가 아닌 이상 모든 커피와 음료도 액상과당이라 대장에 안 좋을 것 같아요. 평소에 과일이나 채소 통곡물 견과류 많이 먹어야겠네요. 요즘 식이섬유 음식이 유행 하고 있던데 건강을 위해서라도 정말 챙겨 먹어야겠군요!!
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    애플
    음식 신경쓰고 대장내시경도 정기적으로
    받는게 최고네요 
    젊은 대장암 발병률 1위가 바꼈으면 좋겠어요 
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    오늘도 화이팅^^~
    그러게요.
    주변에 대장암에 걸린 분들이 종종 보이네요.
    건강한 식생활로 미리미리 예방해야겠네요
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    김민정
    식단이 중요하죠
    건강 챙기세요~
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    임★선
    서구화된 음식이라고 하기에는 우리나라가 세계 1위라는 게 좀 아이러니 하네요. 오히려 외국에서 1위 해야 되는 거 아닐까요.
  • 은하수
    젊은 대장암 발병률이 높군요
    음식 섭취하는 법을 바꿔야할텐데요