Faculty Sponsor

Jana Stedman

College

Nursing

Department/Program

Physician Assistant Program

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Symposium Date

Summer 7-24-2024

Abstract

Objectives: Colorectal cancer is a devastating disease, resulting in high mortality rates across the globe. Within this research paper, an in-depth analysis of the current literature will bring light to the association between diet and its effect on the incidence of colorectal cancer. Methods: Multiple databases, including PubMed, Valpo Library Summon, and Science Direct, were utilized with keywords relating to colorectal cancer and diet. With the inclusion of articles within the past five years, adults over the age of 18 with no history of cancer, and articles including both men and women, a total of six sources met the requirements to analyze further. Results: Statistically, certain foods or food groups were proven influential on the risk of colorectal cancer. The highest-risk diets included ones with increased intake of red meat, processed foods, and alcohol, while preventative foods such as dairy and whole grains decreased the overall risk of developing colorectal cancer. Conclusion: As colorectal cancer becomes more prevalent in society, diet is a key preventative measure that needs to be taken in clinical settings. Although new and updated research is needed due to the change in eating habits over recent years, prophylactic measures such as moderation of high-risk foods and increased intake of protective foods can bring about a noteworthy change in the overall incidence of colorectal cancer.

Keywords: colorectal cancer, colon cancer, prevention, diet, food

Biographical Information about Author(s)

Soon to be grad, Madison Land, has a special interest in disorders of the gastrointestinal field of medicine and plans on utilizing this interest in her career as an Emergency Medicine PA at Northwest Porter in Valparaiso Indiana. She will be presenting on “Diet and Colorectal Cancer” to dive deeper into the cause for rising colon cancer rates within our younger populations.

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