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Increased Lung Cancer Risk for Men

Posted on: 08/23/2017
By  Landon Santini
 
Scientists at Ohio State University have released details of a new study that shows an increased lung cancer risk for men taking certain B-Vitamins.
 
The comprehensive cancer research found that men who took high dose vitamin B-6 and B-12 supplements were at a significantly increased risk of developing lung cancer. The supplements are often advertised as a way to boost energy and metabolism. Epidemiologist Theodore Brasky stated that OSU looked at men taking high doses over a ten-year period.
 
Officials say that men who smoke and are concerned about lung cancer risk should find ways to quit smoking.
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Increased Lung Cancer Risk for Men

Scientists at Ohio State University have released details of a new study that shows an increased lung cancer risk for men taking certain B-Vitamins.

 

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