Scientists identify ultra-processed foods that fuel colon cancer and healthy alternatives that can offset the damage

The research team found that tumor samples contained a high proportion of inflammation-causing compounds compared to healthy tissue.

Processed food shows up almost everywhere in our diets, and evidence increasingly suggests it's a factor in worsening health.

One source of these kinds of molecules is our diet, from foods like leafy greens and seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

If the molecules are coming from processed food products, they directly imbalance the immune system and drive chronic inflammation.

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