A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has revealed that consuming more than 1700mg of calcium per day can reduce the risk of colon cancer by over a quarter. Researchers followed over 470,000 adults with an average age of 62 and found that those who consumed higher amounts of calcium had a lower risk of developing bowel cancer.
The study compared the risk of colon cancer among individuals with daily calcium intakes ranging from 400mg to 2056mg. The results showed that for every additional 300mg of calcium intake, there was an 8% decrease in colon cancer risk.
Experts say that increasing calcium intake may be associated with a reduction in avoidable differences in colon cancer risk. However, more research is needed to confirm these findings and understand the underlying mechanisms.
The study’s results come at a time when bowel cancer cases among young people are on the rise. Data shows that small bowel cancer, which develops in the small intestine, has increased by 50% over the past three decades. Experts believe that the rising prevalence of obesity may be contributing to this trend, but more research is needed to determine the cause.
Other notable cases include Deborah James, known as “bowel babe,” who was diagnosed at just 35 and raised millions for charity in her final days. Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman also died from colon cancer at age 43.
The NHS recommends consuming 700mg of calcium per day, but warns that exceeding this amount can lead to stomach pain and diarrhea.
Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14406061/Scientists-discover-carb-free-food-ward-colon-cancer-cases-soar-young-people.html