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Alcohol is the leading cause of 7 types of cancer

2025-05-25 20:00:00, Shëndeti CNA

Alcohol is the leading cause of 7 types of cancer

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen, with evidence linking its use to cancers of the liver, breast, colorectal, esophagus, larynx, mouth, and throat.

The Surgeon General in the US recently requested that every alcoholic beverage be labeled with a warning, similar to what is done with tobacco, about the great risk that alcohol poses for causing serious diseases in humans.

According to the study, in the US alone, deaths attributed to alcohol use have increased by 70% in men and 15% in women. Liver cancer is the most common disease associated with alcohol use, especially in people aged 55 and older.

If we talk about Albania and Europe, according to statistics, 1 in 4 young people in our country are alcohol consumers. Over the years, the trend for increased alcohol consumption, especially among young people (15-19 years old), has been increasing .

Alcohol is the leading cause of 7 types of cancer

Why does drinking alcohol increase the risk of cancer?

There are many reasons why alcohol can increase the risk of cancer. These include:

Acetaldehyde: Alcoholic beverages contain ethanol. When the body breaks down ethanol, it becomes acetaldehyde, a known carcinogen.

Hormonal effects: Alcohol can affect hormone levels like estrogen. These hormones act as messengers that tell our cells to grow and divide.

Reduced nutrient absorption: Alcohol makes it harder for the body to absorb and use nutrients that protect it from cancer. These include vitamins A, B1, B6, C, D, E, K, and folate, iron, and selenium.

 Weight gain : Consuming more calories than your body burns leads to weight gain. Alcohol can contribute to weight gain from excess calorie intake. Excess weight is linked to over 12 types of cancer.

If you drink alcohol and smoke, you may be at an even higher risk for some types of cancer. Alcohol can make cells more sensitive to other substances that cause tumors. /CNA .





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