864. Colorectal Cancer Rates

<p>Dr. Martin shares an interesting observational study about colorectal cancer in today’s episode.</p> <p>The populations of India and Pakistan are known for having very high rates of diabetes. They share similar diets, but it turns out that India has 400% more colorectal cancer than in Pakistan.</p> <p>Why is this you may ask? Indians generally eat much less meat than their Pakistani neighbours because of their religious beliefs. Pakistan is almost a 100% Muslim population and they eat more meat.</p> <p> </p>