Excess intake of added sugar is the cause of many health problems like obesity, decline in immunity and much more. Given the reputation of sugar in the health community, one may wonder whether it also causes cancer. However, the answer is not a straight yes or no.
According to the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), consuming small amounts of sugar as part of a healthy diet does not lead to cancer. However, eating excessive sugar can lead to unhealthy dietary patterns or obesity, which is a risk factor for cancer.
According to the ASCO, studies have shown that eating too much sugar can affect body weight. Increased body weight has been seen as a contributing factor in cancer patients. The ASCO mentions that having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher can increase a person’s risk of cancer and other diseases. The World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) say the risk of 12 different cancers will increase if one is obese during adulthood.
Although researchers are still investigating the link between obesity and cancer, ASCO says there are a number of factors that may play a role in how obesity affects cancer risk. Some of those factors include hormones, inflammation, or how weight-bias factors into medical care. However, doctors recommend that some methods of cancer prevention include maintaining a healthy body weight.
The University of Michigan’s Rogel Cancer Center recommends limiting simple sugars and refined grains, including candy, cakes, cookies, pies, baked goods, white bread, refined pasta and white rice. Consumption of sugary beverages, including fruit juices, carbonated drinks and sports drinks, should be reduced or eliminated. Include foods that contain naturally occurring sugar such as fruits. Consuming fruits also provides the benefits of many vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals and fiber that will do good to the body.
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