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Experts told people the new guidelines did not mean people had to abandon red meat. The head of health information at Cancer Research U.K. said: "This doesn't mean people have to become vegetarian, but if you're having a steak every day, that's probably not helping.” Scientists are unsure as to why red meat increases the risk of colon cancer. They suspect that haem, the pigment that gives meat its colour, damages the cells in the digestive system and the lining of the colon. A World Cancer Research Fund official said: "Following simple diet and lifestyle advice can help protect against cancer. Red meat can be part of a healthy balanced diet. It is a good source of protein and vitamins and minerals…But people who eat a lot of red and processed meat should consider cutting down.”
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1. | issued | a. | chance |
2 | guidelines | b. | think about |
3. | caution | c. | uncertain |
4. | risk | d. | rules |
5. | chance | e. | gave |
6. | experts | f. | give up |
7. | abandon | g. | likelihood |
8. | unsure | h. | wall |
9. | lining | i. | specialists |
10. | consider | j. | warn |