Dr. Nicholas DeVito links increasing cancer cases in younger individuals to a diet high in ultra-processed foods.

Dr. Nicholas DeVito, an oncologist at Duke University, has observed a surge in cancer cases among younger individuals under 45, attributing this increase to junk food consumption and ultra-processed diets. Three-quarters of the American diet consists of ultra-processed foods, linked to over 30 medical conditions, including various types of cancer. Studies suggest that UPFs may disrupt the stomach microbiome and aggravate intestinal walls, leading to chronic inflammation increasing cancer risk. Dr. DeVito calls for more regulation on junk food and emphasizes the importance of diet in cancer prevention.

August 15, 2024
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