Thyroid cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the thyroid gland. There are many risk factors that contribute to the development of thyroid cancer such as gender, age, and exposure to radiation. There are also many treatments for thyroid cancer, including medications such as Gavreto (also known as pralsetinib) or other treatments involving radiation or chemotherapy. The foods you eat can also put you at a higher risk of developing thyroid cancer and here are some foods you should avoid:

1. Processed meats
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) there is evidence that links the consumption of processed meats and the development of cancers such as thyroid cancer. In fact processed meat is listed as a group 1 carcinogen. Examples of processed meats include: hotdogs, ham, sausages, beef jerky, canned meat, and lunch meat.

2. Alcohol
Another food (or in this case beverage) that is listed as a group 1 carcinogen is alcohol. While consuming a single glass of wine every once in a while may not cause cancer, consuming large amounts of alcohol frequently can increase your odds of developing cancers such as thyroid cancer.

3. Sugary drinks
Those that are obese have a much higher risk of developing cancers such as thyroid cancer, so it is vital to try and maintain a healthy weight. Because of this sugary drinks with no nutritional value such as soda and some juices are considered to lead to cancer. Alternatives to these beverages include flavored water or warm tea.

4. Fried foods
Fried foods, especially fast foods, are typically high in fats, starches, and sugars can lead to increased calorie intake and weight gain. By eating a lot of fried foods you will be missing out on a lot of essential nutrients and be consuming a lot of unhealthy fats. As stated before, obesity can lead to cancer so it is best to avoid fried foods.

5. Red meat
Red meat is considered a group 2A carcinogenic so it is marginally better then processed meat but still considered carcinogenic to humans. It is recommended that to reduce the risk of cancer such as thyroid cancer that you should eat no more than 65-100g of cooked red meat per week. By limiting your intake of red meat you can lower your risk of developing cancer.