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"Your little rashes aren't just skin allergies, we've found some other health problems as well. The doctor said with a calm face while looking at Li Xiaohui's medical records.
The summer heat outside the window was still sweltering, but the atmosphere in the examination room was serious.
Li Xiaohui, a busy Internet product manager, often eats hastily due to her busy work on weekdays.
When I came to the hospital this time, I thought it was just a small skin problem caused by the hot weather, but I didn't expect that there would be more serious hidden dangers.
"We recommend that you do further check-ups. The doctor's words made Li Xiaohui's heart sink.
After the test results came out, Li Xiaohui was diagnosed with early-stage bowel cancer, and the sudden bad news left her both shocked and confused.
The doctor explained that although the occurrence of bowel cancer is related to a variety of factors, dietary habits are undoubtedly one of them.
Li Xiaohui is usually busy with work, often chooses quick and convenient food, and occasionally solves some canned food or frozen processed food for dinner in order to be lazy.
In Li's case, doctors specifically mention two foods: processed meat products and foods high in sugar.
These two foods are often seen as the "saviors" of busy lives, but in medical research, they can be "health killers".
First of all, processed meat products, such as sausages, hams, bacon, etc., have become frequent dinners for many office workers because of their convenience and easy availability.
Studies have shown that chemical additives such as nitrites and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in these foods may be converted into carcinogens in the human body.
A large-scale epidemiological study involving hundreds of thousands of people found that people who regularly consumed processed meat had an 18% higher risk of bowel cancer than those who consumed less of it.
Second, foods high in sugar, especially those with refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup, are also strongly associated with a variety of health problems.
Not only does excess sugar contribute to obesity and increases the risk of diabetes, but it also promotes the growth of certain cancer cells in the body.
One study found that a high-sugar diet is directly related to the incidence of bowel cancer, especially in the digestive system, where excessive sugar intake can lead to an imbalance in the gut flora, which increases intestinal inflammation, which is an important factor in the development of bowel cancer.
Taking Li Xiaohui as an example, the doctor reminded every patient present that although the fast-paced life makes it difficult to take into account the health of the diet, what kind of food we choose also determines the direction of our health.
He cites specific cases of patients who experienced significant improvements in gut health after changing their eating habits.
In addition to the above two foods, doctors also point out that the lack of adequate dietary fiber is also an important cause of intestinal problems.
In another study, scientists found that people who consumed enough dietary fiber each day, such as whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, had a significantly lower risk of bowel cancer than those with low dietary fiber intake.
Therefore, although the causes of bowel cancer are complex and varied, it is a preventive measure that each of us can take by adjusting our daily diet, reducing the intake of processed meat products and foods high in sugar, and increasing the intake of dietary fiber.
At the end of the article, we raise a question: how to achieve a reasonable adjustment of dietary structure in a busy work life to reduce the risk of bowel cancer?
In answering this question, it is necessary to deeply analyze the rhythm of life and eating habits of modern people and explore feasible solutions.
For example, planning your weekly menu in advance and choosing healthy ingredients and cooking methods can be an effective way to improve the quality of your diet.
At the same time, with the assistance of some smart kitchen tools and healthy eating apps, you can also ensure balanced nutrition on the premise of ensuring the diversity and taste of the diet.
Through these methods, you can escort the health of yourself and your family even in a busy life.
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