Harvard Doctor Reveals 5 Ways to Slash Colon Cancer Risk; Blames Ultra-Processed Foods

• Harvard-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi links rising colorectal cancer rates to ultra-processed foods.
• A JAMA Oncology study shows ultra-processed food intake increases colorectal cancer risk, with women facing 45% higher risk of precancerous polyps.
• Minimise ultra-processed foods like packaged breads, sweetened yoghurts, and cereals, which cause inflammation and metabolic issues.
• Prioritise 25-38 grams of daily fibre, minimise sugary drinks, and choose foods with shorter, simpler ingredient lists.
• Be aware of warning signs: persistent bowel changes, blood in stool, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, and unusual fatigue.