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Study Reveals Connection Between Junk Food Consumption and Cancer, Potentially Explaining Rising Tumor Rates in Youth

Kaia by Kaia
18/04/2024
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Scientists have identified a crucial link between the consumption of junk food and an increased risk of cancer, shedding light on a pressing health concern. A study conducted in Singapore has unearthed a connection between methylglyoxal—a compound released during the breakdown of sugary and fatty foods—and the suppression of a key tumor-fighting gene known as BRCA2.

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers found that methylglyoxal has the ability to temporarily deactivate BRCA2, impairing its function in safeguarding against cancer formation and proliferation. This finding offers insight into the longstanding question of how junk food consumption heightens cancer susceptibility, a phenomenon observed even among non-obese individuals.

The study’s implications are particularly significant in the context of the alarming rise in cancer cases among young, seemingly healthy individuals, with a notable increase in colorectal tumors. This revelation challenges the conventional understanding of cancer genetics, as it contradicts the widely accepted ‘two-hit’ paradigm proposed by Knudson, which posited that genes like BRCA2 needed to be entirely inactive to elevate cancer risk.

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Dr. Ashok Venkitaraman, lead author of the study and director of the National University of Singapore’s Centre for Cancer Research, elucidated the mechanism behind this phenomenon. He explained, “[M]ethylglyoxal triggers the destruction of BRCA2 protein, reducing its levels in cells.” Importantly, this effect is transient but sufficiently prolonged to impede BRCA2’s tumor-suppressing capacity.

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Moreover, the research highlights the vulnerability of individuals with inherited BRCA2 mutations, who are predisposed to certain cancers such as breast and pancreatic malignancies. Methylglyoxal exposure was found to compromise tumor suppression mechanisms, particularly in cells harboring defective BRCA2 copies.

Dr. Venkitaraman emphasized the significance of these findings in the context of metabolic disorders like diabetes, where elevated methylglyoxal levels are prevalent. He noted, “Our latest findings show that methylglyoxal can temporarily inactivate such cancer-preventing genes, suggesting that repeated episodes of poor diet or uncontrolled diabetes can ‘add up’ over time to increase cancer risk.”

However, the researchers caution that while the study provides compelling insights, further research is imperative to validate these findings in clinical settings. Nonetheless, the study underscores the growing body of evidence implicating diet in cancer risk, particularly colorectal cancer.

This research aligns with previous studies, including research from the Cleveland Clinic, which identified dietary patterns rich in red meat and sugar as potential contributors to cancer development. Understanding these dietary influences on cancer risk offers crucial avenues for preventive strategies and underscores the urgency of promoting healthier dietary habits.

The study, published in the journal Cell, marks a significant milestone in unraveling the complex interplay between diet, genetics, and cancer susceptibility, offering promising avenues for future research and public health interventions.

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Kaia Green is a staff writer for WhatFoodrecipes, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. She has taste-tasted hundreds of products and recipes since joining WhatFoodrecipes in 2023 (tough job!), she considers the kitchen to be her happiest place. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.

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