Australians should limit but not stop eating red meat, say experts

World Health Organisation finds processed meats such as sausages and ham carry an increased risk of bowel cancer, and red meat 'probably' does too

Australians do not need to stop eating red meat but should limit their intake, say experts responding to international research showing it can increase the risks for certain types of cancer.

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