The Claim
Alcohol consumption three or more times per week is associated with a 10% increased risk of colorectal cancer in White British adults, independent of smoking and body weight.
What the research says
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White British adults who drink alcohol three or more times per week have a 10% higher rate of colorectal cancer compared to those who drink less, even when accounting for smoking and body weight.
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Alcohol consumption three or more times per week is associated with a 10% increased risk of colorectal cancer in White British adults, independent of other lifestyle factors such as smoking and body weight.
When alcohol is consumed regularly, the body breaks it down into a toxic chemical that damages DNA and creates harmful molecules that stress cells. This damage interferes with how DNA is packed inside cells, causing errors in cell division and allowing abnormal cells to grow uncontrollably in the colon, leading to cancer.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Genome-Wide Interaction Study of Dietary Intake and Colorectal Cancer Risk in the UK Biobank
This study found that people who drink alcohol three or more times a week have a 10% higher chance of getting colorectal cancer than those who drink less, even when considering other habits — just like the claim says.
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