Daily Glass of Milk May Cut Bowel Cancer Risk by Fifth

A recent large-scale study suggests that consuming an additional 300mg of calcium daily, roughly the amount in half a pint of milk, could reduce bowel cancer risk by 17%. Researchers found that calcium, whether from dairy or non-dairy sources like fortified soy milk, played a significant role in lowering the risk.

Bowel cancer, the third most common globally, is rising, especially among younger adults, yet more than half of cases are preventable through diet and lifestyle changes. Maintaining a healthy weight, eating more fiber, and cutting down on alcohol and processed meats can also help reduce risk. This study underscores the importance of calcium-rich foods in cancer prevention. Read more from The Guardian here.