The Lung Cancer Foundation's

LungBlog

An up-to-the-minute dose of health and hope for lung cancer

 

Researchers Link Food Additive to Lung Cancer

inorganic phosphates.jpgResearchers say it appears that a food additive found in many processed foods may accelerate lung cancer growth, and increase the food additives in people predisposed to the disease.

Evidence is accumulating that excessive intake of food additives known as inorganic phosphates, which are put into some meats, cheeses and bakery products to keep them moist, may play a significant role in the aggressiveness and development of lung cancer.

 

Trackback

 

Leave a Reply