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According to new research, eating more than 300 grams of chicken a week can increase the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Research found that this risk is high in men.
Is there really the risk of cancer by eating chicken? Read in research. (Canva)
Highlights
- Eating more than 300 grams of chicken a week can increase the risk of cancer.
- Gastrointestinal cancer is high in men.
- Pesticides and hormones present in chicken can cause cancer.
The list of enthusiasts for eating chicken is long. In such a situation, after hearing the name of chicken, many people start getting water in their mouths. People make chicken in many ways. Many people consider it to be healthy food for health and consume it every day. But, is chicken really beneficial for health? Research is often done about this. A new research can also surprise you. Because, new research has increased the concern of chicken eaters every day. According to the study, eating more than 300 grams of chicken a week can cause gastrointestinal cancer.
What does new study say
According to a research published in Journal Nutrients, eating more chicken is dangerous for health. According to researchers, people who eat more than 300 grams of chicken a week may increase the risk of diseases related to stomach and intestine. The special thing is that till now it was believed that red meat should be avoided and poultry (chicken) is a better option, but everything has changed after this study. Research had more risk for men than women.
What was found in the study
Researchers in research have stated that they found a clear relationship between excessive intake of chicken and eggs and a severe form of cancer, the high risk of gastrointestinal cancer. The study also states that eating a lot of poultry products is 27 percent higher than eating less than 100 grams – and this risk increases with consumed volume.
How to eat chicken causes cancer?
In the study, in which the food habits of thousands of people were monitored, it was concluded that consuming such a quantity regularly can increase the risk of gastrointestinal cancer to a great extent, as well as increase the risk of premature death due to all reasons. But how are these two connected?
Researchers also suggest that the way of raising and feeding chickens can contribute to the risk of cancer. Many studies have found that by eating chicken, humans come in contact with carcinogenic pesticides and hormones which are present in their food.
