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Study Links High Poultry Intake to Increased Mortality Risk

5/3/2025

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A groundbreaking Italian study with nearly 5,000 participants reveals a startling connection: consuming more than 10.5 ounces of poultry each week may increase mortality risk by 27% and double the chances of developing gastrointestinal cancers. Experts urge a shift towards fish and plant-based proteins, emphasizing the importance of further investigation into these alarming findings.

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A groundbreaking Italian study with nearly 5,000 participants reveals a startling connection: consuming more than 10.5 ounces of poultry each week may increase mortality risk by 27% and double the chances of developing gastrointestinal cancers. Experts urge a shift towards fish and plant-based proteins, emphasizing the importance of further investigation into these alarming findings.