Misconceptions on red meat and cancer

Not SupportedThe classification of red meat as a probable carcinogen is based on weak evidence with limited statistically significant associations.

Partially SupportedObesity, diabetes, and insulin resistance syndrome are associated with increased rates of cancer, including colon cancer.

Partially SupportedEvery 50 grams of daily red meat consumption increases colon cancer risk by 18% (relative risk of 1.18), according to the 2015 IARC report.

Not SupportedThe idea that red meat causes heart disease is likely incorrect, as evidenced by inverse associations in some Asian populations.

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