Gastro Doctors Share The 1 Food They Never (Or Rarely) Eat

Getty Looks harmless, right? They are high in saturated fats, but if you are going to consume them, the amount consumed is important: The risk of colon cancer is higher in those who consume greater than 100 grams per day.” Carol Yepes via Getty Images Eating processed meats, like hot dogs, four or more times per week can result in as high as a 20% increased risk of colon cancer. “Data has linked the ingestion of red and processed meats four or more times per week to as high as a 20% increased risk of colon cancer.” Deep-fried fish or chicken That Filet-O-Fish and carton of chicken nuggets are delicious and all, but they’re not doing your gut health any favors. “Studies that have evaluated dietary patterns have clearly shown that a high intake of red and processed meat and refined grains is associated with an increased risk of called diverticulitis,” she said. “Contrary to what was thought earlier, nuts, corn, and popcorn are not associated with an increase in the risk of developing diverticulosis, or complications like diverticulitis or bleeding.” But your gut health isn’t all you have to watch out for when it comes to eating a diet high in red meat and refined grains.