Cancer: The 60p ingredient consumed by millions in UK that’s ‘shown to cause cancer’

The global statistics for cancer remain dismal: It accounted for nearly 10 million deaths last year. As the World Health Organization explains, “one defining feature of cancer is the rapid creation of abnormal cells that grow beyond their usual boundaries”. This gives it a unique advantage that often renders treatments ineffective.

What’s more, “processed white flour raises both insulin and blood sugar levels due to having a higher glycaemic rate, increasing the risk of cancer”, warned the pharmacist.

What do health bodies say?

The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), advises steering clear of “more highly processed foods” such as white flour because they have generally undergone industrial processing and are often higher in energy and lower in micronutrients.

“There is also strong evidence that glycaemic load (the increase in blood glucose and insulin after eating food) is a cause of endometrial cancer,” the AICR warns.

Endometrial cancer starts when cells in the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus) start to grow out of control.

Regular exercise appears to influence cancer risk both directly and indirectly.

“Physical activity has been linked to a reduced risk of colon cancer. Exercise also appears to reduce a woman’s risk of breast and possibly reproductive cancers,” notes Harvard Health.

What’s more, exercise will help protect you even if you don’t lose weight, the health body says.

“Obesity increases the risk of many forms of cancer. Calories count; if you need to slim down, take in fewer calories and burn more with exercise.”