Eating red meat after cancer diagnosis

Hi Canterbury

After I had surgery I stopped eating all red meat, a personal choice. I think I just felt paranoid about eating it tbh. I think just do what you feel is best for you! I don't actually miss it. 

I continue to eat red meat. I limit it but I don't deny myself. Yes, reducing red meat reduces risk but it isn't a guarantee. I've seen a number of vegetarians pass through these pages with bowel cancer. Unfortunately, scientists don't really know what causes cancer. So while it makes sense to take the risk factors into account when making life choices, there's no reason to stop  something completely unless you want to. Do what feels right. 

Hi,

I have thought about it,but you've also got to take into account what your family wants to eat at mealtimes. I'm keeping it to a minimum,but I didn't eat large amounts previously.

Hi,

1. Yes you have made a good point. I was advised by one Dr to limit it to 1-2 a week,but that it wasn't necessary to cut it out of my diet altogether.

The main thing is, don't worry about it, you're doing what you think is best and that's all we can do

I would say do what's right for you. I hadn't eaten any meat for over 30 years, yet I ended up with bowel cancer! I think it's normal to overthink all your choices, I know I do!