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Oxford study links scalding hot drinks to tripled esophageal cancer risk
health1 month ago

Oxford study links scalding hot drinks to tripled esophageal cancer risk

A massive UK study confirms that drinking beverages at very high temperatures significantly increases the risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Researchers found that consuming drinks above 65°C triples the risk, while drinking six or more hot items daily adds a 71% increase. The findings support previous global data and suggest that letting drinks cool to a comfortable temperature could prevent a notable portion of cancer cases.

via CNN|
#dietary-risks#esophageal-cancer#health
Oxford study links scalding hot drinks to tripled esophageal cancer risk
health1 month ago

Oxford study links scalding hot drinks to tripled esophageal cancer risk

A large-scale UK study led by the University of Oxford finds that consuming beverages at temperatures above 65°C significantly increases the risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. The research, involving nearly 980,000 participants, indicates that drinking 'very hot' liquids triples this risk, while consuming six or more hot drinks daily adds a 71% increase. Experts advise letting drinks cool to comfortable temperatures to mitigate potential cellular damage in the esophagus.

via Israel National News|
#cancer-research-uk#dietary-risks#esophageal-cancer
Xylitol linked to higher cardiovascular risk in large observational study
health1 month ago

Xylitol linked to higher cardiovascular risk in large observational study

A large observational study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress found that higher blood levels of xylitol, a common artificial sweetener, are associated with an increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events. The analysis of 17,710 participants showed a 57% higher risk over six years and an 18% higher risk over 30 years for those with the highest xylitol levels, even after adjusting for standard risk factors. Researchers emphasize that while the association is dose-dependent, the observational nature of the study does not prove causation, and further research is needed as xylitol usage in consumer products continues to rise.

via LiveNOW from FOX|
#artificial-sweeteners#cardiovascular-health#dietary-risks
Xylitol Consumption Linked to Elevated Cardiovascular Risk in Large Study
health1 month ago

Xylitol Consumption Linked to Elevated Cardiovascular Risk in Large Study

A large observational study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress in Munich found that high blood levels of xylitol, a common artificial sweetener, are associated with a significantly increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke, and death. The research, led by Dr. Marco Witkowski of Charité University Hospital in Berlin, analyzed data from 17,710 participants across two cohorts. Over a six-year period, individuals with the highest xylitol levels faced a 57% higher risk compared to those with the lowest levels, while an 18% higher risk persisted over a 30-year follow-up. The findings suggest a dose-dependent relationship, meaning risk increases with higher exposure. Although the study is observational and does not prove causation, experts emphasize the need for further research as xylitol usage in foods and oral care products continues to rise.

via USA Today|
#artificial-sweeteners#cardiovascular-health#dietary-risks
Xylitol Linked to 57% Higher Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes in Large Study
health1 month ago

Xylitol Linked to 57% Higher Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes in Large Study

A large observational study presented at the European Society of Cardiology in Munich found that high blood levels of xylitol, a common artificial sweetener, are associated with a 57% increased risk of major cardiovascular events, including heart attacks, strokes, and death, within six years. The findings, based on 17,710 participants, suggest a dose-dependent relationship where higher xylitol exposure correlates with greater risk, even after accounting for factors like age, sex, and BMI. While the study does not prove causation, it highlights potential long-term cardiovascular risks of xylitol, which is widely used in chewing gum, jam, and oral care products. Researchers urge further investigation as xylitol consumption continues to rise.

via The Independent|
#artificial-sweeteners#cardiovascular-health#dietary-risks
Xylitol Linked to Higher Stroke and Heart Attack Risk in Large Study
health1 month ago

Xylitol Linked to Higher Stroke and Heart Attack Risk in Large Study

A large observational study presented at the European Society of Cardiology in Munich links high blood levels of xylitol, a common artificial sweetener, to a significantly increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and death. The research, which analyzed data from approximately 17,710 to 18,000 adults across two long-term cohorts, found that individuals with the highest xylitol levels were 57% more likely to suffer major adverse cardiovascular events within six years. Although the study cannot prove causation, it highlights a dose-dependent relationship between xylitol exposure and cardiovascular risk, independent of traditional risk factors like age, sex, or diabetes.

via The Guardian|
#artificial-sweeteners#cardiovascular-health#dietary-risks
Daily sugary drink consumption linked to 2.45x higher stomach cancer risk in large US study
health2 months ago

Daily sugary drink consumption linked to 2.45x higher stomach cancer risk in large US study

A new observational study from Mass General Brigham finds that drinking at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily is associated with a 2.45-fold higher risk of stomach cancer compared to drinking less than one per month. The analysis covered over 100,000 participants in the Nurses' Health Study and Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. While the study does not prove causation, it highlights a significant correlation between high fructose intake and gastric cancer risk, particularly among women consuming multiple servings daily. Artificially sweetened beverages were not linked to increased risk. Given that 63% of US adults consume such drinks daily, researchers emphasize the need for further investigation into dietary prevention strategies for a cancer often diagnosed late.

via LiveNOW from FOX|
#dietary-risks#gastric-health#health
Daily sugary drink consumption linked to 2.5x higher stomach cancer risk in major US study
health2 months ago

Daily sugary drink consumption linked to 2.5x higher stomach cancer risk in major US study

A new study from Mass General Brigham finds that drinking at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily is associated with a 2.45-fold increase in gastric cancer risk. The research, involving over 100,000 participants, highlights fructose as a key factor, while noting that artificially sweetened drinks showed no such link. Experts caution that the study demonstrates correlation, not causation, and requires further validation across diverse populations.

via Fox News|
#dietary-risks#gastric-cancer#health