031826 ~ Kids to Eat with Intention, Not Distraction - Shanthi Appelo

MArch 18, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Shanthi Appelo, Registered Dietitian and Health and Wellness Spokesperson at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan! Processed meats are Group 1 carcinogens, meaning strong evidence links them to cancer. Eating 50 grams daily can increase colorectal cancer risk by 18%. While red meat is a 2A carcinogen, processed meats pose a higher risk due to smoking, salting, fermentation, and added preservatives.