• SaveTheTuaHawk@lemmy.ca
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    1 day ago

    also causes flatulence, lower gut mobility, skews the microbiome.

    I have significant concerns about the protein diet fad and the increase of colon cancer in younger people.

    Sugar should be avoided, but a balanced diet is important.

    • jet@hackertalks.com
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      11 hours ago

      also causes flatulence, lower gut mobility,

      As people with colostomy bags will show you (if you ask nicely) protein and fat do not make it into the intestines, and do not cause flatulence.

      skews the microbiome.

      This is true, the microbiome is highly adjustable, and will tailor itself to whatever food your consuming.

      I have significant concerns about the protein diet fad and the increase of colon cancer in younger people.

      If your talking about carnivore, please note that protein does not go up on a meat based diet, its the fat that increases. Take the standard macros (15% protein roughly) and replace the carbohydrates with fats.

      As far as cancer goes, there is no credible link between protein consumption and cancer. https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/red-meat#cancer

    • jumponboard@lemmy.world
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      16 hours ago

      Try cumin and other herbs like savory if you suffer from flatulence. If you don’t like cumin, eat it every day and increase the amount over time. The distinct flavor will decrease as your taste adapts to it.