The benefits of alcohol for socialising and relaxation often exceed the risks associated with excessive use. While the connection between alcohol and liver disease is well known, fewer people are aware of the significant role alcohol plays in the growth of cancer.
Here are 5 types of cancer caused by alcohol consumption
1. Mouth and Throat Cancer
Drinking alcohol raises the risk of oral, pharyngeal, and laryngeal cancers significantly. Alcohol may increase the harmful effects of tobacco, increasing the danger for those who also use tobacco.
2. Esophageal Cancer
Drinking alcohol raises the risk of esophageal cancer, particularly squamous cell carcinoma. Regular heavy drinkers have a higher likelihood of getting this type of cancer.
3. Liver Cancer
Long-term consumption of alcohol can cause cirrhosis and liver inflammation, two conditions that raise the risk of liver cancer. Because the liver is responsible for detoxifying toxic substances, it is particularly vulnerable to the cancer-causing effects of alcohol.
4. Colorectal cancer
Alcohol may change the bacteria in the gut and increase the production of toxic substances in the colon and rectum. These alterations, in addition to direct damage to the intestinal lining, raise the risk of colorectal cancer.
5. Breast cancer
There has been plenty of research on the link between alcohol and breast cancer. Alcohol can increase levels of oestrogen and other hormones associated with hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. It has been shown that drinking alcohol, even in limited amounts, raises the risk of breast cancer.
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
