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Is popcorn helpful or harmful in persons having recurring intestinal polyps?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Neutral mostly: Popcorn is typically relatively high in fiber which might be a good thing re: polyps (controversial point). Populations with hi fiber intake tend to low polyp prevalence- not neccessarily the case for individuals. If popcorn is high fat, or sugary, cheesy, etc, then those factors don'thelp polyps, may worsen weight, lipids, etc. Popcorn does not cause or prevent polyps.

Answered 6/11/2020

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Popcorn.: Popcorn should be neither harmful nor helpful in the context of intestinal polyps. Good for general health - low calories and some fiber.

Answered 7/9/2015

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Does the small intestine also get polyps and cancers like the colon does?

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