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General Category => Health/Education => Topic started by: rangerrebew on January 10, 2017, 01:32:56 pm
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Red meat link to common bowel disease: study
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By AFP 1 hour ago in World
A diet rich in red meat has been linked to a heightened risk of a bowel inflammation called diverticulitis, according to a study published Tuesday.
The findings do not constitute evidence that meat is what causes the ailment, researchers said, but ought to be considered in designing healthier diets.
Diverticulitis is a common condition which occurs when small pockets lining the intestine -- called diverticula -- become irritated.
Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/news/world/red-meat-link-to-common-bowel-disease-study/article/483324#ixzz4VMiVBKXu
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The findings do not constitute evidence that meat is what causes the ailment, researchers said, but ought to be considered in designing healthier diets.
No evidence it causes problems, but eat vegan anyway. Screw that and this worthless study.
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Moderation for me. I don't like chicken as much but I do see it's benefits.