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Scientists Discover Unexpected Link Between Diet and Lung Cancer Risk

Credit: DepositphotosWhen thinking about lung cancer risk, most people likely associate it with smoking or air pollution. However, recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between the disease and the quality of our diets.Glycogen's Role in Lung Cancer DevelopmentResearchers from the University of Florida and the University of Kentucky have identified that glycogen, a...

Having Tattoos Elevates your Cancer Risk by 21%

Having a tattoo increases the risk of developing cancer. Credit: PixabayA recent study indicates that regardless of its size, getting a tattoo elevates the risk of developing lymphoma by 21%. The researchers emphasize that their aim isn't to discourage people from getting tattoos but to ensure the safety of the procedure.Tattoos have become increasingly...

Eating Highly Processed Foods Linked to Increased Cancer Risk

A study has associated higher consumption of ultra-processed foods with an increased risk of some cancersDepositphotosA comprehensive study has established a correlation between increased consumption of ultra-processed foods and a higher likelihood of developing cancers in the head, neck, and esophagus. Surprisingly, obesity, often resulting from excessive consumption of these foods, did not emerge...