Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Manuscript ID	101211
Country	United States

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Systematic Reviews
Article Title	Ultra-processed food, obesity, and colon cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Justin Tin, Henry Lee, Alfonso Gonzalez Trejo and Kevin Tin
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Justin Tin, Department of Gastroenterology, Newtown Gastroenterology, 87-10 51st Ave Suite 1R, Elmhurst, NY 11373, United States. justintinzz@gmail.com
Key Words	Ultraprocessed food; Ultra-processed; Obesity; Colon cancer; Colorectal cancer; Diet; Oxidative stress; Preferred reporting items for systematic review and meta-analysis; Population, intervention, comparison, primary outcomes, study design
Core Tip	High consumption of ultra-processed foods is significantly associated with an increased risk of obesity and colon cancer. Our systematic review and meta-analysis, which included 17 peer-reviewed studies, found that individuals with a high intake of ultra-processed foods had a 65% higher likelihood of developing obesity. Reducing the intake of these foods and promoting a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are essential strategies to mitigate obesity and cancer risk. Public health initiatives may further support these efforts.
Citation	<p>Tin J, Lee H, Trejo AG, Tin K. Ultra-processed food, obesity, and colon cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. <i>World J Gastrointest Oncol</i> 2025; 17(2): 101211</p>

Received	2024-09-07 13:47
Peer-Review Started	2024-09-07 13:47
To Make the First Decision
Return for Revision	2024-10-23 02:39
Revised	2024-11-06 21:19
Second Decision	2024-12-09 02:36
Accepted by Journal Editor-in-Chief
Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2024-12-09 08:07
Articles in Press	2024-12-09 08:07
Publication Fee Transferred	2024-11-12 01:41
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Typeset the Manuscript	2024-12-17 09:08

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