Unveiling Health Risks: Cooking Oils, Urinary Habits, and Raw Milk

Health professionals are shedding light on the potential risks tied to everyday habits and dietary choices. Recent studies suggest links between cooking oils and colon cancer, prolonged urine retention and urinary tract infections, as well as the consumption of raw milk and foodborne illnesses.

Cooking Oils and Increased Cancer Risk

Recent research warns that cooking oils might exacerbate the risk of colon cancer. The study, which involved over 160 colon cancer samples, found tumors laden with inflammation-triggering molecules—potentially facilitating cancer growth. Moreover, health experts emphasize that ultra-processed foods, sugars, and saturated fats can augment the risk of cancer.

The Perils of Holding in Urine

Medical advice often urges against holding in urine for extended periods. This habit can escalate the risk of urinary tract infections and kidney damage, especially among older people and pregnant women. While occasionally holding in urine for a few hours might not cause harm, frequent instances may pose significant health risks.

USDA’s Strategy on Raw Milk Testing

The USDA is implementing a nationwide milk testing strategy, aiming to detect bird flu in raw milk. This initiative follows a California farm testing positive for traces of the virus. Medical experts are cautioning against a growing social media trend that touts raw milk as healthier than pasteurized milk.

Experts label this belief as part of the ‘naturalistic fallacy,’ highlighting that raw milk carries risks of listeria and salmonella. The CDC also warns that consuming raw milk can result in diarrhea, stomach cramping, and vomiting.