Will you suffer from colorectal cancer if you stay up all night and drink bubble tea?
Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in Hong Kong. Taiwanese gastroenterologist, hepatobiliary physician, Chin Ching-hung, said today that the cause of colorectal cancer is closely related to diet and lifestyle habits and 16 types of people are at higher risk.
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Qian Zhenghong, gastroenterologist, hepatobiliary physician,Facebook pageHe said there are some risk factors for colorectal cancer.In addition to some immutable factors, such as family history, genetic inheritance and race, many factors are related to lifestyle habits and can be correlated strong and moderate correlation.
9 risk factors
Dr. Qian Zhenghong pointed out that the following 9 factors have an obvious risk of cancer:
9 Habits strongly linked to colorectal cancer
1. Obesity
Particularly at risk are people with a large abdominal circumference (fat belly). 45% increased risk.
2. Eat red or processed meat regularly
Processed foods contain nitrous compounds, and high-temperature cooking of meat can produce carcinogens such as isocyclic amines and polycyclic compounds of aromatic smoke.
Eating an extra 50 grams of processed meat per day (about a hot dog) increases the risk of colorectal cancer by approximately 18%, and every 100 grams of red meat consumed increases the risk of colorectal cancer by 17%. .
In 2015, the WHO International Center for Research on Cancer listed it as a level 1 carcinogen and it should be avoided.
Red meat is also believed to “likely” increase the risk of colorectal cancer and is currently classified as a secondary carcinogen because the blood matrix iron in red meat increases the toxicity of nitrous compounds. You can still eat it, but avoid high-heat cooking and excessive intake.
3. Insufficient dietary fiber intake
Insufficient dietary fiber intake is prone to insulin resistance, which increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
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4. Smoking
Carcinogens in cigarettes can cause cancer in the large intestine through the bloodstream and also increase the occurrence of colorectal polyps. Long-term smoking or intermittent smoking will increase the risk of colorectal cancer, and two packs a day will increase the death rate by 40%.
5. Drinking alcohol
Alcohol affects the metabolism of folic acid, vitamins A and B and the metabolite of alcohol, acetaldehyde, is also toxic to colorectal cells. Drinking more than three drinks a day increases the risk of death by 1.4 times
6. Diabetics
People with diabetes who have long-term insulin resistance (increased insulin) have a 30% increased risk of cancer.
7. Inflammatory colitis
Inflammatory colitis refers to Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Long-term inflammation of the large intestine, immune changes, and imbalances in gut bacteria increase the risk of cancer.
8. Lack of exercise
Increased activity in daily life can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer by 24%, because weight and fat loss can reduce insulin levels and inflammation. Studies have shown that sedentary TV watching for more than 14 hours per week increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
Does drinking precious milk at night also cause colorectal cancer?
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Are people who enjoy drinking pearl milk tea, staying late at night, and returning to work at night even more at risk for colorectal cancer? Dr. Qian Zhenghong pointed out that the following 7 factors can also increase the risk of colorectal cancer:
7 habits generally linked to colorectal cancer
1. Sugary foods and drinks
Eating more sweets will increase the incidence of colorectal adenomas, particularly rectal line cancers. Hyperglycemia can also accelerate chronic inflammation, increase inflammatory factors, and induce colorectal cancer.
2. Receive antibiotic treatment
Commonly used antibiotics can alter intestinal bacteria and the risk increases by about 8% after 15-30 days of use; the risk increases when antibiotics are used for 30 days or more about 15%.
3. Proliferation of pathogenic bacteria
Periodontal disease, Fusobacterium aggregates, human papilloma virus, pylori infection, etc. colorectal cancer
4. Night shift
Frequent night work and a lack of sunlight change the concentration of melatonin (melatonin) in the body. This hormone changes due to light. Some studies have shown that night shifts will increase the concentration of melatonin. Increased risk of bowel cancer.
5. Receive cancer treatment
Early radiation therapy was not as precise as it is today and can irradiate the rectum and cause normal cells to change.
6. Cholecystectomy
Patients who underwent cholecystectomy had a slightly increased risk of right colorectal cancer, 1.16 times higher.
7. Endometrial cancer
Women who have endometrial cancer before age 50 have a 4 to 5 times greater risk of developing colorectal cancer.
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Gayon: Common Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
According to the Hong Kong Department of Health, most colorectal cancers start from a small polyp. Polyps are usually benign, but some can slowly turn into cancer, a change that can take 10 years or more. If left untreated, cancer cells can invade and destroy nearby organs and can spread to various parts of the body through the blood and lymphatic system.
Colorectal cancer may have no symptoms in the early stages, and the symptoms are often similar to other bowel diseases. Common symptoms are as follows:
5 common symptoms of colorectal cancer
Unexplained changes in bowel habits (abdominal writing or constipation) that persist for more than two weeks
blood in the stool or a lot of mucus
Feeling of having a bowel movement after a bowel movement
abdominal discomfort
persistent pain, swelling or cramps)
Unexplained weight loss and fatigue
Gayeon on the Same Field: A High Risk Colorectal Cancer Family
Fu Yuxiang, a doctor from Chengtai Hospital in New Taipei City, Taiwan, also published a paper stating that there are 6 types of people who have a higher risk of colorectal cancer:
High-risk groups of colorectal cancer
getting older
less exercise
have a medical history
bad eating habits
smoking and drinking
Gayon in the same scene: 6 high-risk foods
Taiwanese physician Fu Yuxiang also pointed out that the following 6 common foods and drinks are high risk factors for colorectal cancer.The reasons and dietary recommendations are as follows:
High-risk foods for colorectal cancer
High-risk foods: alcohol
High-risk foods: fried foods
Food Examples: Fried Chicken, French Fries, Salted Chicken
Recommendation: If you eat every day, it will have a big impact on your health.It is recommended to check the number of times you eat fry per month.
High-risk foods: red meat
It is advisable to reduce the consumption of red meats such as beef, pork and lamb
According to the advice of the NHS:
1. The daily consumption of red meat and processed meat should not exceed 90 grams and it is recommended to consume less than 70 grams
2. Eat more fish, chicken and vegetables
BBQ food
The phenols produced by high-temperature barbecues are also high risk factors for colorectal cancer
moldy food
Many people are afraid of waste, thinking that after cutting the moldy part of the food, the rest can be eaten.
In fact, the mycelium, invisible to the naked eye, has contaminated the food and continuing to eat it will damage health.
