July 2013 PMID 23883112

Milk is not just food but most likely a genetic transfection system activating mTORC1 signaling for postnatal growth.

Bodo C Melnik, Swen Malte John, Gerd Schmitz

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a mix of curiosity and skepticism, with comments like questioning whether milk's IGF-1 could promote tumors and concerns about prolonged mTORC1 activation increasing disease risk, highlighting how tone and focus on health risks shape the moderate engagement and critical stance present in these social discussions.

AgreementLow agreement

Most posts express skepticism or concern about the implications of milk promoting growth and potential health risks, indicating disagreement with the positive framing of the article.

InterestModerate interest

The discussion shows moderate curiosity, especially regarding the health effects like cancer risk and the biological mechanisms involved, reflecting a genuine interest but not overwhelming fascination.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging by referencing specific components like IGF-1 and discussing ethical concerns such as cruelty and nutritional alternatives, showing active involvement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The posts suggest that the publication raises important health and ethical questions, but the overall influence appears cautious, with some considering implications but few calling for immediate change.

Abstract in brief

Milk functions as a genetic transfection system that activates mTORC1 signaling, promoting postnatal growth through the transfer of specific amino acids and microRNA21 within exosomes.
Milk acts as a neonatal relay system, increasing plasma levels of hormones like GIP, GLP1, GH, and IGF1, which contribute to mTORC1 activation and promote growth.
Persistent consumption of cow's milk beyond infancy may lead to prolonged mTORC1 activation, potentially increasing the risk of metabolic diseases associated with modern lifestyle.

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@vegansince96 · X

@StudiosShelly @SBakerMD Didn’t last watching. Did he talk about IGF-1 in milk and how it can grow tumors? More milk consumption, more breast cancers. https://t.co/d4c6vVxt0w

Aug 16, 2022 · 2,113 followers View post →

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@vegansince96 · X

@yash_adroja Why not pick a plant milk to make it cruelty-free? Milk has IFG-1 and high “consumption may promote mTORC1-driven diseases”. https://t.co/d4c6vVxt0w

May 1, 2022 · 2,113 followers View post →

Mbak Bel

@belindch · X

RT @fungsionaris: @belindch Milk/dairy products -> IGF-1 = post natal height increase. https://t.co/3jtMMOAhvy

Mar 9, 2022 · 1 share · 23,559 followers View post →

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@belindch Milk/dairy products -> IGF-1 = post natal height increase. https://t.co/3jtMMOAhvy

Mar 9, 2022 · 1 share · 157 followers View post →

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@Tigerariel40 · X

Milk is not just food but most likely a genetic transfection system activating mTORC1 signaling for postnatal growth. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/bTiTPfAubG

May 2, 2019 · 155 followers View post →