


You can do this by eating smaller portions of red and processed meat, eating these meats less often or swapping them for alternatives. If you eat more than 90g of red or processed meat a day, it's recommended that you reduce your intake to 70g or less a day. Recommendations for red and processed meat Adults sliced luncheon meats, including those made from chicken and turkey.Processed meat is meat that's been preserved by smoking, curing, salting or adding preservatives. Other healthier lifestyle choices, such as maintaining a healthy weight, keeping active and not smoking can also reduce your risk. This could help reduce your risk of bowel cancer.

That's why it's recommended that people who eat more than 90g (cooked weight) of red and processed meat a day cut down to 70g or less. But eating a lot of red and processed meat increases your risk of bowel (colorectal) cancer. Red meat – such as beef, lamb and pork – is a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals, and can form part of a balanced diet.
