Association between Ultra-processed Food Consumption and History of Colorectal Cancer among U.S. Adults: A Cross-sectional Analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2017– March 2020)
Background: Ultra-processed foods constitute a substantial proportion of dietary intake among U.S. adults and have been associated with several chronic diseases. Evidence regarding their relationship with colorectal cancer remains limited and inconsistent, particularly in nationally representative populations. Objecti...