There's a bit of a common theme when it comes to cancer-causing foods. If it's a little too convenient, it's often bad for you. Which is definitely the case with instant noodles. To have a complete meal ready in just two minutes is almost over the top convenient. We don't want to go too heavy on instant noodles, though. While they certainly make conditions very friendly for cancers, they don't actively contain any known carcinogens.
Instant noodles and their accompanying flavor packets are full of salt and chemical preservatives, which are never a good thing. Instant noodles have also been associated with weight gain, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar. If you're craving some noodles, we'd recommend splurging at your local Thai, Japanese, or Chinese restaurant instead. If they make their noodles fresh on site, that's even better.