Vegetarians more likely to get colorectal cancer?!

A recent BBC article concerning a recent research into cancer epidemiology was titled: Vegetarians 'get fewer cancers'. While this is well known and universally accepted, the BBC neglected to clearly inform the general public of a more important discovery: Although vegetarians are less likely to get cancer in general, they are significantly more likely to get colorectal cancer!

All those who ever did a module on cancer are left sratching their heads saying WTF?!! What we were taught back in Uni was that carnivorous humans were more likely to get colorectal cancer (amongst other related health issues), but this discovery sheds new light on the subject. The thing we all must be wondering is WHY?

We all know why-not - beneficial phytochemicals, anti-oxidants, the effect on the bacterial flora (positive), lots of fibre promotes healthy bowel movement and reduces cancer-promoting irritation... but now we are wondering - why does it highten the risk of colorectal cancer? Could it be the insecticides - doubtful. Could it be the more dangerous phytochemicals - maybe? Could it be the effect on the bacterial flora (negative)? We just don't know and it really is a shock to be honest. However, there's still the inkling that the data might not be right, that further research may turn this discovery on its head again, or that what was discovered is not a universal response... we shall see in due time.

Anyway, the best advice is to stick to a mostly vegetarian diet as it will help save you from a whole load of problems the heavy meat eaters deal with. Getting just colorectal cancer rather than a whole slew of other cancers and other diseases should be worth it. Your 5 fruit and veg a day target is well worth it so stick to it. Keep Healthy :)