Q&A on the carcinogenicity of the consumption of red meat and processed meat
A mixed diet can include meat in moderation without major health or cancer concerns. Broadly the typical Irish diet probably contains a bit too much red meat so we would all be advised to look at the amount and regularity of meat intake and consider eating meat in a bit more moderation.
Because processed meats contact additional chemicals, there is a small additional increased risk of certain cancers, particularly of the bowel, so we should try to eat less processed meats and eat them less regularly to reduce that risk.
