Fitness Stuff (for normal people) #123 // The Truth About “Cancer-Causing” Foods and Drinks
Jun 10, 2024
Discover the truth about carcinogens in food and debunk myths about cancer-causing ingredients. Explore topics like red meat, soy products, sugar's link to cancer, and foods that may prevent cancer. Dive into the classification of carcinogens and hazards, as well as debunking misconceptions surrounding cancer-causing foods like Costco rotisserie chickens and sugar. Learn about the importance of interpreting cancer risk statistics accurately and the role of diet and lifestyle in cancer prevention.
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Grocery App Fear-Killing A Purchase
- Tony describes a Costco interaction where an app labeled protein pretzels unhealthy for containing artificial sweeteners.
- The shopper returned the product based on a low app score and a 'carcinogen' flag.
Carcinogen Classification Explains Evidence, Not Risk
- IARC classifies carcinogens by hazard (quality of evidence) not by risk or dose.
- That means substances in the same IARC group can have vastly different real-world risks.
Check Dose-Based Reviews Before Panicking
- Don’t treat IARC listings as direct safety guidance because they ignore dose.
- Look for dose-based evaluations (e.g., JECFA) before changing personal habits.