New research says high levels of omega-6 fatty acids, which are found in popular seed oils, are associated with inflammation that may promote tumor growth. The foods we eat might be influencing our body’s ability to fight off cancer,

Seed oils — plant-based cooking oils often used in processed, packaged foods — have been linked to an increased risk of colon cancer, according to a new study published in the medical journal Gut.

A new study suggests certain lipids, particularly omega-6 fatty acids, which are commonly found in seed oils used to make ultraprocessed junk food, may promote inflammation in colon cancer tumors