Infect Agent Cancer November 2007 PMID 17999770

Possible stimulation of anti-tumor immunity using repeated cold stress: a hypothesis.

Nikolai A Shevchuk, Sasa Radoja

Mentions

23
Peak: 3 in May 2019
across 6 sources since May 2017

Extended reach

717,471
potential audience

Total likes

61

Video views

6,192

Mentions per month

May 2017 – Jul 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter12 posts
  • News5 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Reddit2 posts
  • Facebook1 posts
  • Instagram1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collective discussions reflect a mix of skepticism and cautious acknowledgment of potential benefits, with phrases like 'mostly theoretical' and 'wake you up' showing that users are interested but not deeply informed or convinced. The tone varies from dismissive to mildly curious, impacting the overall neutrality observed in scores.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Comments are mixed—some dismiss cold exposure benefits, while others acknowledge potential but unproven effects or remain neutral.

InterestNeutral interest

Overall curiosity is moderate, with users mentioning benefits like mood improvement or skepticism but not deeply engaging with the scientific content.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many posts briefly comment or share opinions without detailed discussion, indicating a mild level of engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions appear to have little to no influence on beliefs or behaviors related to cold stress, as many see benefits as theoretical or insignificant.

Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses the concept of hormesis, where small doses of stressful agents like brief cold stress can boost immune functions, specifically increasing cytotoxic T lymphocytes and natural killer cells that fight tumors and infections.
  • It hypothesizes that repeated, moderate cold stress over months could enhance anti-tumor immunity and survival rates in cancer models, potentially through transient activation of the nervous and endocrine systems.
  • An experimental approach involves a cold water immersion procedure at 20°C, with gradual adaptation, to test effects on tumor growth, immune cell activity, and survival in mice, while noting safety concerns like transient arrhythmias and increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier.]

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

@flybrand Proven benefits are mostly theoretical, but I can tell you that they wake you up, improve mood, and make you feel alive. https://t.co/jhjev6cfgV

May 1, 2019 · 20 likes · 1 share · 301,954 followers View post →
George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

@basedethos @AlpacaAurelius "Cold exposure has no benefits. I do not have the mental capacity of thinking within context". https://t.co/aWRHjqCNbx https://t.co/9birLyH101… https://t.co/Y187EVJqfe https://t.co/aWRHjqCNbx

Jul 11, 2024 · 4 likes · 84,923 followers View post →
Octópodo
@Jappy_octopus · X

@PropaneFitness No effect... https://t.co/Hv2pLW1FcA This one...suggests that brief exposure to cold temperature actually decreases testosterone levels in your blood https://t.co/WCtHHYKmdl https://t.co/cPAeugvlhs

Oct 27, 2021 · 3 likes · 1,752 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

@joserosado https://t.co/jhjev5UDSl

May 1, 2019 · 2 likes · 301,954 followers View post →
【公式】ナイトプロテイン|オトコの悩み解決
@NightProtein_jp · X

@tweetsoku1 似たような行為に睾丸を強制的に冷やす事で、精力を高める「金冷法」というものがございます。 ただし、サウナの水風呂同様に金冷法もテストステロンの低下に繋がると報告されています。 https://t.co/cMVJd9m5fS

Sep 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 7,995 followers View post →
Dave Grawoig, Ph.D.
@grawoig · X

RT @Mangan150: @flybrand Proven benefits are mostly theoretical, but I can tell you that they wake you up, improve mood, and make you feel…

May 1, 2019 · 1 share · 6,530 followers View post →

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George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

@basedethos @AlpacaAurelius "Cold exposure has no benefits. I do not have the mental capacity of thinking within context". https://t.co/aWRHjqCNbx https://t.co/9birLyH101… https://t.co/Y187EVJqfe https://t.co/aWRHjqCNbx

Jul 11, 2024 · 4 likes · 84,923 followers View post →
Le JS
@lejsgaming · X

Jan 14, 2024 · 303 followers View post →
絶倫男
@PW5aOm2lez15248 · X

RT @NightProtein_jp: @tweetsoku1 似たような行為に睾丸を強制的に冷やす事で、精力を高める「金冷法」というものがございます。 ただし、サウナの水風呂同様に金冷法もテストステロンの低下に繋がると報告されています。 https://t.co/cMVJ…

Dec 25, 2023 · 1 share · 1,815 followers View post →
Cathy Biase
@cathy_biase · X

Possible stimulation of anti-tumor immunity using repeated cold stress: a hypothesis https://t.co/M4GOAfqMrO #cancerprevention #integrativecare #coldplunging https://t.co/oldkfUL6Uk

Sep 22, 2023 · 2,744 followers View post →
【公式】ナイトプロテイン|オトコの悩み解決
@NightProtein_jp · X

@tweetsoku1 似たような行為に睾丸を強制的に冷やす事で、精力を高める「金冷法」というものがございます。 ただし、サウナの水風呂同様に金冷法もテストステロンの低下に繋がると報告されています。 https://t.co/cMVJd9m5fS

Sep 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 7,995 followers View post →
ihatechrisbalualua
@chrisbalualua · X

Possible stimulation of anti-tumor immunity using repeated cold stress: a hypothesis - PubMed https://t.co/UZwsHDyr51

Jul 3, 2022 · 220 followers View post →
Octópodo
@Jappy_octopus · X

@PropaneFitness No effect... https://t.co/Hv2pLW1FcA This one...suggests that brief exposure to cold temperature actually decreases testosterone levels in your blood https://t.co/WCtHHYKmdl https://t.co/cPAeugvlhs

Oct 27, 2021 · 3 likes · 1,752 followers View post →
Ms. Sydney Fry
@imDonewithcorn · X

Possible stimulation of anti-tumor immunity using repeated cold stress: a hypothesis https://t.co/2Iw9C1LT4W

Sep 15, 2020 · 803 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

https://t.co/AniMCWSemy 免疫力をあげる作用もある https://t.co/isqoop7mga アンチエイジングに使うのは十分あり #自分用メモ

Sep 2, 2020 · 188 followers View post →
Dave Grawoig, Ph.D.
@grawoig · X

RT @Mangan150: @flybrand Proven benefits are mostly theoretical, but I can tell you that they wake you up, improve mood, and make you feel…

May 1, 2019 · 1 share · 6,530 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

@flybrand Proven benefits are mostly theoretical, but I can tell you that they wake you up, improve mood, and make you feel alive. https://t.co/jhjev6cfgV

May 1, 2019 · 20 likes · 1 share · 301,954 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

@joserosado https://t.co/jhjev5UDSl

May 1, 2019 · 2 likes · 301,954 followers View post →
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