The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media
platforms spanning newspaper print
operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a
leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national
and international interest.
A WHO report in 2015 revealed that meat consumption leads to increased risk of developing gastric cancer. [Courtesy]
Although Kenyans love ‘nyama choma’, the grim news for backyard chefs not just in Kenya, but globally, is research points to the need to go slow, as chemicals in grilled meat - especially red meat - are potential carcinogens.
A World Health Organisation (WHO) report in 2015 revealed that meat consumption leads to increased risk of developing gastric cancer. The latest November 2021 report from a Japan Public Health Centre-based study affirms the WHO findings on the link between red meat and gastric cancer. The research was, however, inconclusive.
Facts First
This story continues on The Standard INSiDER. Subscribe now for unfiltered journalism that holds power to account.
Already have an account? Login
join