People who have been affected by cancer or who are concerned about developing cancer might notice that there are many media stories about factors that might increase or decrease the risk of cancer.
Remember that often these media stories rely on only one study. Even if the findings sound alarming or exciting, they might not hold up over time.
The American Institute for Cancer Research is a high quality source of information on diet, nutrition, and cancer. On 3 May 2018 they responded to recent news items about coffee and said that “There are hundreds of epidemiological studies on coffee and cancer and essentially none suggest increased cancer risk … Those who like drinking coffee should have no concerns.”
If you are experiencing excessive fear or anxiety about cancer, or would like help with healthy lifestyle changes, you can find evidence based Australian information via the Cancer Council website or contact us for assistance.
Dr Green Consulting 