Millions of individuals die from cancer each year because it is a deadly and devastating illness. However, with prompt detection and appropriate care, it is controllable. A startling discovery was recently made by a study carried out by Washington university in the United States. The study found that women who regularly drink one or more sugary beverages (such as soft drinks or packaged juices) are five times more likely to get mouth cancer.

Scientists Gave A Strict Warning
The esteemed publication JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery published this study. In particular, scientists have cautioned that women who do not smoke or drink alcohol are at an increased risk. health professionals are becoming more concerned as the number of cases of this condition is rising quickly, particularly among young women.
 
Even non-smokers are falling victim
In the past, older men who smoked, drank alcohol, or ate betel nuts were more likely to get mouth cancer.  However, this condition is increasingly being observed in non-tobacco users, particularly in women.  Around 1,77,000 persons lost their lives to oral cancer in 2020, out of roughly 3,55,000 new cases reported worldwide. Up until recently, HPV infection (human papillomavirus) was thought to be the cause of the rising number of instances of this illness; however, recent studies have disproved this theory. According to scientists, consuming too many sugary drinks may be a major contributing factor to the rise in this fatal illness.
 
How to prevent oral cancer?
According to research, it's critical to limit the intake of sugar-filled drinks. In addition, one should have routine oral and dental examinations, particularly if they experience any uncommon symptoms. This condition can also be avoided by leading a healthy lifestyle and eating a balanced diet.  Experts say sugary drinks can lead to major illnesses like cancer in addition to increasing weight. Therefore, it's crucial to limit your intake of cold drinks, packed juices, and other sugary beverages if you want to stay healthy.
 
 

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