Common Everyday Drink Could Double Risk Of Stomach Cancer
Summary
A new study shows that drinking sugar-sweetened beverages every day can more than double a person's risk of stomach cancer. The study analyzed health data from over 112,000 U.S. adults and found the risk was especially strong in women.Key Facts
- Daily consumption of sugary drinks increases stomach cancer risk by about 2.45 times compared to drinking one or fewer sugary drinks per month.
- Sugar-sweetened beverages include sodas, energy drinks, and juices with added sugar but not 100% fruit juices.
- Over 60% of U.S. adults and children drink sugary beverages daily.
- Stomach cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death worldwide, with over 30,000 cases annually in the U.S.
- The increased stomach cancer risk was not found in people who drank artificially sweetened beverages.
- Scientists suggest sugary drinks may change gut bacteria or cause weight gain, both potentially linked to cancer.
- The study was done by researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
- The findings were published in the journal Gastro Hep Advances in August.
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