Choline may increase odds of polyps: study

What a pain in the ass. Well, for women that is. So far.

"The essential nutrient choline -- found in red meat, poultry, eggs and milk -- may increase the risk of colon polyps, at least for women, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday."

This is a bum bummer.

"Cho and colleagues analyzed the diet and colon health of nearly 40,000 female nurses whom they followed since 1984.

Women who ate the most choline -- based on food questionnaires filled out every two years -- were 45 percent more likely to develop polyps than those who consumed the smallest amount.

Choline has a number of important functions in the body, including roles in brain development and memory function. Less is known about its association with cancer."

Now for the sage advice:

"It's probably too early to worry about choline," added Cho, who is now looking for a similar association in men."

Then it will be time to worry.