What causes cancer Flashcards
1
Q
How many cancers is obesity linked to?
A
- 13
oesophagus, pancreas, liver, colorectum, breast, endometrium, kidney etc.
2
Q
Why can processed and red meat cause cancer?
A
- linked to bowel and stomach cancer
- can cause obesity which is linked to 13 different cancers
3
Q
True or false
High calorie food increases risk of cancer?
A
- FALSE
- but can cause obesity which is linked to cancer
4
Q
12 months of breast feeding reduces chance of cancer by _____
A
4.3%
5
Q
Beta-carotene in supplements has what affect?
A
- anti-apoptotic affect, especially in presence of tobacco
6
Q
Why does alcohol link to cancer?
A
- alcohol broken down into acetaldehyde which is a known carcinogen
7
Q
What contains acrylamide?
A
- burnt toast
- coffee
