It may also induce marginal vitamin and mineral deficiencies that, in turn, are associated with an increased cancer risk. In humans, their consumption has been associated with an increased risk of stomach cancer and other malignancies, such as brain tumors and leukemia. Coffee is also suspected of increasing cancer risk but, despite myriad studies, the evidence against it remains contradictory. 11 Milk and dairy products are associated with both decreases and increases in cancer risk, so it makes little sense to restrict them at present. For the reasons mentioned above, however, people who choose to consume dairy should stick with low-fat products.
Cancer is a dreadful disease for both sufferers and their loved ones.
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