Cancer Causes Control June 2017 PMID 28361446

Does milk intake promote prostate cancer initiation or progression via effects on insulin-like growth factors (IGFs)? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Sean Harrison, Rosie Lennon, Jeff Holly, Julian P T Higgins, Mike Gardner, Claire Perks, Tom Gaunt, Vanessa Tan, Cath Borwick, Pauline Emmet, Mona Jeffreys, Kate Northstone, Sabina Rinaldi, Stephen Thomas, Suzanne D Turner

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The group demonstrates active engagement with references to related research, such as links to studies on IGF-1, dairy, and cancer, along with questions about evidence, showing high interest and understanding of the complex topic. Their tone combines curiosity and cautious acknowledgment of the research's importance, indicating a nuanced reception.

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Most posts acknowledge the connection between milk, IGFs, and prostate cancer, reflecting general agreement or recognition of the study's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Discussion participants show high curiosity, referencing related topics like IGF-1, dairy, and cancer, and asking for evidence or further explanations.

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Posts go beyond simple acknowledgment, citing additional research, asking questions, and sharing links, indicating thoughtful participation.

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While some express skepticism or request more evidence, the overall tone suggests awareness of the article's potential influence on dietary and health discussions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study systematically reviewed data from various research to explore whether milk consumption influences prostate cancer risk through the insulin-like growth factor (IGF) pathway, focusing on specific IGFs and binding proteins.
  • The results indicated that higher milk intake may increase levels of IGFI and IGFBP3, and that elevated IGFI is associated with a greater risk of prostate cancer, while higher IGFBP3 levels may be protective.
  • There was little consistent evidence from animal studies, but genetic variations related to IGFBP3 could be linked to prostate cancer risk, suggesting a complex interaction between milk, IGFs, and prostate cancer development.]

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A. Mir, MD
@mir_albert · X

Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el hilo se haría muy largo. https://t.co/Uvs307g9ov https://t.co/0Q0pL4IUcN https://t.co/h5KmLcYktO https://t.co/ichJo0zG4c https://t.co/sNCsW99DiR

Apr 8, 2024 · 71 likes · 7 shares · 10,433 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Esta revisión asocia consumo de leche y una mayor circulación de IGF-I, uno de los factores de riesgo para el cáncer de próstata. Sin embargo las asociaciones entre consumo de leche e incidencia de la enfermedad no son fuertes.

Oct 31, 2021 · 3 likes · 108,102 followers View post →
Kim Heifner, FNP-C, MSCP
@kimheifnernp · X

@GallmanRussell @KenDBerryMD Conclusion: IGF-I is a potential mechanism underlying the observed associations between milk intake and prostate cancer risk. https://t.co/V8sEectZnL There are so many! Type in google IGF-1 & dairy, sugar, cancer, especially prostate. https://t.co/burZHOCGuD

Feb 18, 2022 · 1 like · 1,199 followers View post →
Ryckie Wade
@ryckiewade · X

@bendean1979 Thanks but what evidence are you referring to? Dairy != BMD (DOI 10.1136/bmj.h4183) Dairy != fracture risk (DOI 10.1016/S2213-8587(18)30265-1) Mammalian milk hormones ⬆️ prostate CA risk (DOI 10.1007/s10552-017-0883-1) 68% of humans are lactose intolerant (not baby cows)

Sep 5, 2020 · 1 like · 506 followers View post →
Victorinox
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@SaulNutri https://t.co/rEptpCqwsc https://t.co/zfH8sZFcbX

Apr 6, 2023 · 1 like · 71 followers View post →
Eirene.mar
@looneytunes03 · X

RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

Apr 12, 2024 · 7 shares · 1,300 followers View post →

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@looneytunes03 · X

RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

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@saguieig · X

RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

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RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

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RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

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RT @mir_albert: Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el…

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A. Mir, MD
@mir_albert · X

Aquí les dejo los enlaces a todos los que referencia para el que tenga interés ⬇️. No voy a analizarlos yo mismo porque el hilo se haría muy largo. https://t.co/Uvs307g9ov https://t.co/0Q0pL4IUcN https://t.co/h5KmLcYktO https://t.co/ichJo0zG4c https://t.co/sNCsW99DiR

Apr 8, 2024 · 71 likes · 7 shares · 10,433 followers View post →
Victorinox
@briz25 · X

@SaulNutri https://t.co/rEptpCqwsc https://t.co/zfH8sZFcbX

Apr 6, 2023 · 1 like · 71 followers View post →
Kim Heifner, FNP-C, MSCP
@kimheifnernp · X

@GallmanRussell @KenDBerryMD Conclusion: IGF-I is a potential mechanism underlying the observed associations between milk intake and prostate cancer risk. https://t.co/V8sEectZnL There are so many! Type in google IGF-1 & dairy, sugar, cancer, especially prostate. https://t.co/burZHOCGuD

Feb 18, 2022 · 1 like · 1,199 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Esta revisión asocia consumo de leche y una mayor circulación de IGF-I, uno de los factores de riesgo para el cáncer de próstata. Sin embargo las asociaciones entre consumo de leche e incidencia de la enfermedad no son fuertes.

Oct 31, 2021 · 3 likes · 108,102 followers View post →
alon
@alamo2914 · X

@NutritionMadeS3 @Oncallserver Milk increase IGF-1: https://t.co/JpjbFHIAk2 https://t.co/iX22gFtsNq The rest of the stuff I'm certain you know of or are very easy to find

Nov 19, 2020 · 5 followers View post →
Ryckie Wade
@ryckiewade · X

@bendean1979 Thanks but what evidence are you referring to? Dairy != BMD (DOI 10.1136/bmj.h4183) Dairy != fracture risk (DOI 10.1016/S2213-8587(18)30265-1) Mammalian milk hormones ⬆️ prostate CA risk (DOI 10.1007/s10552-017-0883-1) 68% of humans are lactose intolerant (not baby cows)

Sep 5, 2020 · 1 like · 506 followers View post →
J. Ponce Díaz-Reixa, MD PhD
@hemolock · X

@NutriRebel Hay un artículo interesante sobre la insulina y la proporción cerebro/peso corporal y las necesidades cambian, ya que no es lo mismo la relación sapiens, que la bovis...se adapta a esa proporción... https://t.co/3M7dTW1zPi

Jan 8, 2020 · 834 followers View post →
JUAN ARIEL JARA GUER
@Tigerariel40 · X

Does milk intake promote prostate cancer initiation or progression via effects on insulin-like growth factors (IGFs)? A systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Idi0hk3CSN

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