July 2008 PMID 18444144

Processed meat and colorectal cancer: a review of epidemiologic and experimental evidence.

Raphaëlle L Santarelli, Fabrice Pierre, Denis E Corpet

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Examples such as mentions of the health risks associated with red and processed meats, debates around nitrates, and comments about scientific evidence reflect a nuanced but somewhat polarized discussion. The tone varies from skeptical to supportive, with some posters questioning the causality and others emphasizing health concerns, demonstrating moderate engagement and interest without strong consensus or impact.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed opinions, with some acknowledging the link between processed meat and cancer, while others downplay it or question the data.

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There is moderate interest, as some commenters debate health implications and scientific evidence, though others show more casual attitudes.

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Participants reference scientific concepts and critique studies, indicating a moderate level of engagement beyond surface discussion.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall conversations seem to influence opinions but do not appear to significantly shift public understanding or policy debates.

Abstract in brief

Processed meat consumption is linked to an increased risk (20-50%) of colorectal cancer, which is a major cause of death in wealthier countries.
Several hypotheses suggest that factors like high-fat diets, cooking at high temperatures producing carcinogens, formation of N-nitroso compounds, and heme iron in red meat may contribute to this increased risk.
Understanding these mechanisms could help reduce cancer rates by modifying meat processing methods rather than banning processed meats altogether.

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Dr Paul M

@drpaulm.bsky.social · Bluesky

US R&D spending equalled the next twenty highest-spending countries. There isn't the money. The damage republican thinking has done to science is incalculable, as it works on collaboration. Eating chlorinated chicken is probably a big clue about the ass cancer, Tim. Happy to help.

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autumn

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@goblinodds oh i meant to link sources here. luckily i dont close tabs https://t.co/qJnG1JJDLM https://t.co/VNAPjXA6vY

Jan 12, 2025 · 1 like · 4,261 followers View post →

Tenbagger Aktien

@TenbaggerAktien · X

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ParkerAD

@Par_3erAD · X

@ZAC_BlazeA @FairchildL3853 Given the heath issues with red meat (https://t.co/bYzja6dy6A…) (https://t.co/iG6zHCEV4X…) (https://t.co/5qu6OjlV2E…)(https://t.co/erbjCMVlOO…)(https://t.co/sYBpQbMIbJ…) It seems like such an alternative is much healthier for children and adults; would you not agree?

Sep 7, 2023 · 22 followers View post →

███Truth███

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@JordanSchachtel @JackPosobiec There is no question... its already been answered, that ish will give you cancer. https://t.co/07XQAUCHDT https://t.co/q9vcMsyhsB https://t.co/ZN85Ptc35x

Feb 14, 2022 · 212 followers View post →

jeff

@jeff70686090 · X

@StopAndDecrypt @Nathan74607076 It’s not necessarily the meat that causes colon cancer in processed meats either. It’s also the nitrates. Yummm. https://t.co/tGYLNymHBc

Jul 4, 2021 · 1 like · 1 followers View post →

Haris Jebrini

@HarisJebrini · X

@Wolfy_999 @vivekagnihotri While I agree there may be a link (and definitely over consumption of processed foods will lead to poor health outcomes) I disagree that it acts like a poison. Correlation vs causation. https://t.co/WZlKAuuPo5

Jun 23, 2021 · 49 followers View post →

Christian

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Ana Bento

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