(WHDH) — A new study suggests a link between ultra-processed foods and cancer.

According to the British Medical Journal, people who consistently eat ultra-processed foods have a 12 percent higher risk of getting cancer.

Researchers said these items contain lots of preservatives, sugar and salt – all of which can be very unhealthy.

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