The Claim

Meta-analyses of observational studies demonstrate that dose-response relationships indicate elevated risks of chronic diseases even at moderate intakes of red and processed meats.

Source: Processed Meat Health Risks: Pathways and Dietary Solutions.

What the research says

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In plain English

Eating even small amounts of red and processed meats regularly might increase your chances of getting long-term illnesses like heart disease or cancer, according to big reviews of past studies.

See the scientific wording

Dose-response relationships indicate elevated risks of chronic diseases even at moderate intakes of red and processed meats, based on meta-analyses of observational studies.

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: Processed Meat Health Risks: Pathways and Dietary Solutions.

    This study looks at eating red and processed meats and finds that even small amounts can increase the risk of diseases like cancer and heart problems, which backs up the claim.

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