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What is a carcinogen tha may cause colon cancer?
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Fat and alcohol: Obesity(fat) and alcohol are 2 carcinogens that may cause colon cancer.
Answered 5/18/2012
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Red meat: A diet low in vegetables and high in red meat, increases colon cancer risk. Your mom was right; eat your broccoli!
Answered 12/15/2014
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Not known: The nature of carcinogen(s) that cause colon cancer is not known. Incidence of colon cancer is higher with increased intake of fats and low intake of dietary fiber.
Answered 1/6/2013
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