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Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Doctor issues cancer warning over popular quick dinner - 'it could increase risk by 55%'
It's a cheap student staple that makes an speedy lunch or tasty snack. But regularly consuming instant noodles could be wreaking havoc on your health, dramatically raising the risk of deadly stomach cancer, according to top oncology medic, Dr Tim Tiutan. Processed foods packed with salt have been vilified for decades over their supposed risks, with dozens of studies linking them to type 2 diabetes and other conditions including heart attacks and strokes. Yet, instant noodles, like many other salt-laden processed foods, could also raise cancer risk by leaving the stomach more prone to the cancer-causing bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), the internal medicine doctor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York, said. In an Instagram reel watched more than 88,000 times, Dr Tiutan told his followers: 'High salt diets can increase cancer risk by disrupting your stomach lining and fueling H. pylori infections—a major driver of stomach cancer. 'Excessive salt is associated with increasing stomach cancer risk by 55 per cent and may even double the risk when H. pylori is present. 'So, reduce your salt intake to one teaspoon per day and try to eat high salt foods like these sparingly. 'Bacon, ham, hot dogs, sausages, deli meats, preserved foods, canned soups, instant noodles.' He added: 'This isn't about fear-mongering. Small diet changes can lower cancer risk. Sodium is essential to life, but too much can be harmful. 'High salt intake leads to hypertension and other chronic medical conditions too. 'Sometimes health providers ask patients to take in more salt for various medical reasons, which people should follow.' Doctors have for years warned that consuming too much salt can ultimately lead to health conditions including heart attacks and strokes. The NHS recommends adults should have no more than 6g—around one teaspoon—of salt a day. But research suggests adults consume up to ten times the amount of sodium—the metallic element in salt—required for their metabolisms every day. H. pylori, or Helicobacter pylori, is a type of bacteria that 40 per cent of people carry in their stomach. In between 80 and 90 per cent of cases it doesn't cause symptoms, however it can trigger stomach ulcers, indigestion, bloating or nausea. H. pylori can be detected with a blood, breath or stool sample test—and treated with antibiotics and other medicines. It has long been known that excessive salt intake can worsen H. pylori infection—one of the strongest known risk factors for stomach cancer. Other factors including smoking can also raise the risk of H. pylori leading to cancer, according to Cancer Research UK. Research published last year assessing salt and stomach cancer risk among more than 470,000 UK adults found regular use at the table could increase the risk by up to 41 per cent compared to those who rarely or never add salt. Another in the British Journal of Cancer also concluded people who consistently eat highly salted foods may double their risk of stomach cancer. It comes as scientists last year sounded the alarm over the 'disturbing' rise in young adults with stomach cancer. Although cases are falling in older people, in the past few years has been an annual two per cent uptick in under 50s being diagnosed, leaving experts baffled. Worryingly, in half of these cases the cancer is already advanced—meaning it is 'almost a death sentence', with just a four per cent survival rate. About 6,500 patients in Britain and 30,000 in the US are diagnosed with stomach cancer each year. The disease kills roughly 4,000 Britons and 11,000 Americans every year. If caught in its earliest stages, the majority of stomach cancer patients (65 per cent) will survive a decade after their diagnosis according to charity Cancer Research UK. However, for stage four patients, 10-year survival drops to just one in five. Common symptoms of the condition include indigestion, lack of appetite, a feeling of fullness, bleeding, blood in the stools, blood clots or sickness. The UK is the worst in Europe for eating salt-laden ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which make up an estimated 57 per cent of the national diet. The umbrella term UPFs is used to cover anything edible made with colourings, sweeteners and preservatives that extend shelf life. They are thought to be a key driver of obesity, which costs the NHS around £6.5billion a year treating weight-related disease like diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. Last year, disturbing data also suggested that children who ate lots of UPFs show early signs of poor heart health and diabetes risk factors from as young as three years old.
NHK
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NHK
South Korean instant noodles hotter than ever
South Korean instant noodles hotter than ever People around the world are getting a taste for South Korean instant ramyeon, and the spicier, the better. NHK World's Kim Chan-ju looks at the craze, and how the industry is handling fame.
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Maruchan Introduces NEW GOLD Spicy Tonkotsu to Premium Instant Ramen Line
The New Restaurant-Inspired GOLD Flavor Now Available on Amazon IRVINE, Calif., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Maruchan, America's favorite instant noodle brand, announces the launch of its newest premium offering: Maruchan GOLD Spicy Tonkotsu. This exciting addition to the GOLD lineup brings the rich, complex flavors of authentic tonkotsu ramen with a spicy kick to consumers nationwide, available on Amazon in 5-pack bundles. The new Spicy Tonkotsu variety features Maruchan's revolutionary air-dried noodles that deliver an unmatched restaurant-quality texture. By dehydrating the noodles with air-dry technology rather than cooking in oil, Maruchan creates a noodle texture, chew, and mouthfeel that mimics the type of noodles served at ramen restaurants. Each package includes a special seasoning blend rooted in Japanese tradition, creating a bold broth that honors classic Japanese ramen craftsmanship while adding a customizable spicy element. 'We're thrilled to introduce Spicy Tonkotsu to our premium GOLD collection,' said Katelyn Stokes, Marketing Director at Maruchan. 'Our market research consistently showed that ramen enthusiasts were craving more bold, spicy options that don't compromise on authenticity. This new flavor is the perfect response to the growing trend of consumers seeking more adventurous flavor profiles in their at-home dining.' This launch follows the successful expansion of Maruchan GOLD earlier this year, which saw the brand's existing Soy Sauce and Spicy Miso varieties reach more than 1,500 Walmart locations across the United States. Since its initial debut in 2019, the GOLD line has consistently attracted consumers seeking convenient yet premium meal solutions that don't compromise on taste or quality. Maruchan GOLD Spicy Tonkotsu is available now on Amazon in 5-pack bundles, with anticipated expanded retailer availability later this year. Meanwhile, GOLD Soy Sauce and GOLD Spicy Miso continue to be available in Walmart stores nationwide, as well as through Amazon and Instacart. About Maruchan Maruchan Inc., established in 1953 by Japanese visionary Kazuo Mori, revolutionized the instant ramen industry with a mission to create convenient, affordable noodles for everyone. After success in Japan, Maruchan began U.S. production in Irvine, California in 1977, where they perfected classics like Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup and Instant Lunch. Today, Maruchan operates manufacturing facilities across America, continuously expanding their lineup with innovative flavors and product offerings that inspire ramen recipes. Maruchan believes in bringing people together through the joy of noodles, creating moments where families and friends can share a warm, satisfying meal. Their commitment to quality ensures every bowl delivers the same delicious experience. In the U.S., Maruchan Inc. develops and markets a variety of products, including Maruchan Ramen Noodle Soup™, Maruchan Ramen Bowls™, Maruchan Yakisoba™, Maruchan Instant Lunch™, Maruchan Rice Bowls, Maruchan Wonton Ramen Noodle Soup Bowls, and Maruchan GOLD™. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Maruchan
