Growing evidence suggests that consuming ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) incidence and mortality, although research on this connection has been limited.
In a study involving over 100,000 US adults, participants with the highest intake of ultra-processed foods showed a higher likelihood of developing RCC and dying from it compared to those with the lowest intake.
The findings indicate that reducing ultra-processed food consumption could be a key strategy for preventing RCC.