Meat, vegetables and genetic polymorphisms and the risk of colorectal carcinomas and adenomas

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The risk of sporadic colorectal cancer (CRC) is mainly associated with lifestyle factors, particularly dietary factors. Diets high in red meat and fat and low in fruit and vegetables are associated with an increased risk of CRC. The...

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Main Authors: Hansteen Inger-Lise, Grotmol Tom, Hjartåker Anette, Sæbø Mona, Skjelbred Camilla F, Tveit Kjell M, Hoff Geir, Kure Elin H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-12-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2407/7/228