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2. Diet and Food Preservation Methods

Studies show that high salt intake, especially when combined with an H. pylori infection, may increase cancer risk. Other dietary factors include:

  • Smoked foods—Consumption can triple stomach cancer risk.
  • Pickled foods—Some studies suggest a 50% increased risk.
  • Alcohol & Processed Meats—Both have been linked to a higher incidence of stomach cancer.

On the other hand, some foods may have a protective effect:

  • Citrus fruits
  • Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts)
  • The Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables, legumes, and fish

Making dietary adjustments may help lower the risk of stomach cancer over time.

Close-up of a person holding a salt shaker, highlighting the link between high salt intake and an increased risk of stomach cancer

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