Herbal Tea Lowers Colon Cancer Risk

Previously, some studies suggest a beneficial effect of teas on cancer incidence.  Lin Fritschi, from Curtin University (Australia), and colleagues analyzed data from 854 incident cases and 948 controls in a case-control study of colorectal cancer in Western Australia.  The researchers used multivariable logistic regression to analyze he associations of black tea (with and without milk), green tea, herbal tea, hot coffee, iced coffee, and milk with colorectal cancer.  Consumption of black tea (with or without milk), green tea, decaffeinated coffee, and milk were not significantly associated with colorectal cancer risk. Those who drank herbal tea, even as little as once a week, reduced their risk of distal colon cancer.