Experts have linked certain foods to an increased stomach cancer risk. While some research suggests that spicy foods are a risk factor, no conclusive evidence proves this
According to research, foods that
increase a person’s risk of stomach cancer include salt-preserved fish, meat, and vegetables and processed, grilled, or charcoal-cooked meats.
So far, research has not found a causal link between spicy foods and stomach cancer. Furthermore, various studies have found that spicy foods may have positive health benefits, such as protecting against cancer.
It's important to remember that individual tolerance and sensitivity to spicy foods can vary. Some people may experience digestive discomfort from spicy foods, which, while not directly linked to stomach cancer, could potentially contribute to other stomach issues.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/does-eating-spicy-food-cause-stomach-cancer
There's stuff like this to consider too:
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong...t-noodles-tested-hong-kongs-consumer-watchdog
https://goodyfeed.com/chinese-stomach-cancer-skip-breakfast-spicy-food/
Before her death, she shared what she believed were the reasons she developed late-stage stomach cancer at such a young age: regularly skipping breakfast, irregular eating patterns, a preference for spicy food, and eating carelessly for dinner due to dieting.
According to Guangming Online, the blogger known as Qianqian, aged 25, passed away in the early hours of May 24.
Her death was announced by her friends and family.
Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Journey
Qianqian was diagnosed in March last year with poorly differentiated advanced gastric adenocarcinoma.
Doctors performed a complete gastrectomy to remove her entire stomach.
However, the cancer returned just one month after treatment ended, spreading to her abdominal cavity.
During her battle with cancer, she documented her condition and daily life through social media posts. Her final blog entry appeared on 28 April 2025.
In that post, she wrote that she had been unconscious for an entire day, that her abdominal tumors were growing larger, and that she was awake for shorter periods.
She didn’t even feel like picking up her phone and was in extremely poor spirits.
Lifestyle Factors Behind Early-Onset Cancer
Qianqian identified several habits that potentially led to her developing advanced stomach cancer at 25. She regularly skipped breakfast and maintained irregular eating patterns.
Her diet included very spicy foods, despite having a sensitive digestive system