Blood sugar levels linked to cancer

Women with high blood sugar levels could be at an increased risk of developing cancer, according to a Swedish study.
The research, which looked at almost 65,000 people, has linked raised sugar levels in the blood with cancers of the pancreas, breast and uterus.

High-fat ready meals and junk food contain high levels of sugar.
While previous research has shown an increased risk of cancer in patients with type 2 diabetes, this study shows there is an increased risk of cancer in women as the blood sugar levels begin to rise.

However, the researchers were unable to find the same link for all cancers in men during the 13-year study.
In fact, the results of the study, which was carried out by a team at the University of Umea, suggested that high blood sugar levels in men may actually reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

The results of the study have been greeted with concern by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), as the number of people in the UK with diabetes or poor glucose tolerance, which causes high blood sugar levels, is on the rise.
Dr Greg Martin, science and research manager for WCRF UK, said: "The results of this research are concerning.

"However, they are important because if women are aware of the facts, they are likely to be more motivated to change their lifestyle if their blood sugar levels are too high.
"And the good news is that it is possible to reduce your blood sugar levels by eating a healthy balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables and maintaining a healthy weight.

"We know that up to 40 per cent of cancer cases can be prevented by this type of healthy lifestyle, so this is just another reason for people to make those small changes that could make a big difference."
The study, which was partly paid for by the WCRF, is published in this month's edition of Diabetes Care.

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