# Massive study of 460,000 people challenges ultra-processed food cancer fears

- Source: Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily
- Published: 2026-10-21T13:22:17+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261020085014.htm
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/massive-study-of-460-000-people-challenges-ultra-processed-food-cancer-7d2ef7/

A massive study of more than 460,000 Americans found that ultra-processed foods were not associated with increased colorectal cancer risk overall, challenging a widely held assumption. While processed meat was linked to higher cancer incidence, ultra-processed whole grains and dairy products were associated with lower incidence.

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