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April 2017 PMID 28368246

Fasting: starving cancer.

Paul Cathcart, Charles Craddock, Justin Stebbing

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Mentions

12
Peak: 3 in Apr 2025
across 3 sources since Jun 2020

Extended reach

9,572
potential audience

Total likes

22

Video views

399

Mentions per month

Jun 2020 – Aug 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter8 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • News2 articles

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What people are saying

Many discussions highlight scientific concepts such as how cancer cells require more glucose and how fasting may selectively deprive them, with phrases like 'cancer dies first' and references to studies, showing a focus on the biological basis and potential health impacts. The tone is informative but also somewhat optimistic about fasting as a medical strategy.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that fasting can starve cancer cells, referencing scientific concepts like the Warburg Effect and citing sources that emphasize potential benefits.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest, engaging with scientific details and sharing related articles, indicating curiosity about the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is moderate engagement, with users commenting on studies, sharing personal insights, and referencing multiple sources and discussions.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests some belief that fasting could influence cancer treatment, though there is also skepticism present; the dialogue hints at a potential shift in thinking or awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • The text likely discusses the concept of fasting or starvation as a potential method to combat cancer, possibly exploring how limiting food intake might impact cancer growth or treatment.
  • It may include scientific or medical insights into how fasting affects cancer cells, healthy cells, and overall patient health, possibly suggesting benefits or risks.
  • The content probably emphasizes ongoing research or experimental approaches related to fasting as a complementary strategy in cancer therapy.]
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Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Vital Aging Lab | Dr. Lukas Morcinek
@vitalaginglab · X

Apr 3, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 14 followers View post →
neosborin.eth
@neosborin · X

@BillyM2k he lowkey already did by liking that one post about intermittent fasting & starving cancer cells with lack of glucose for 18-36 hours as healthy cells survive fasting lol it’s subtle but it’s there plus a lot of other information all over here remember the old youtube vibe lol

Nov 18, 2023 · 1 share · 3,744 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Fasting: Starving Cancer - PubMed https://t.co/Orzb7hAqWg

Jun 21, 2020 · 3,166 followers View post →
Question Authority - Actual Science Credentials
@naturalllyi · X

@seckennedy @CMSGov @HHSGov @DrOz Fasting starving cancer cells. An example of media actually doing legitimate reporting @WCPO @richroll Because health is not just only taking a vaccine to make some guy rich @NBCNews @CBSNews https://t.co/VUOxt95hL4

Aug 30, 2025 · 1,554 followers View post →
Drew
@riester_drew · X

Cancer: Warburg Effect: Cancer requires 18x more glucose to produce ATP (energy) than healthy cells. Fasting = Starving Cancer starves faster than healthy cells. Cancer dies first. Fasting restricts cancer growth. Reduces tumors.

May 18, 2021 · 520 followers View post →
Jaffe Daus
@JaffsterDaus · X

Check out my latest article: The Benefits of Fasting: Starving Cancer Cells and Promoting Overall Health https://t.co/oeU7RvWeVh via @LinkedIn

Jun 15, 2024 · 147 followers View post →

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Question Authority - Actual Science Credentials
@naturalllyi · X

@seckennedy @CMSGov @HHSGov @DrOz Fasting starving cancer cells. An example of media actually doing legitimate reporting @WCPO @richroll Because health is not just only taking a vaccine to make some guy rich @NBCNews @CBSNews https://t.co/VUOxt95hL4

Aug 30, 2025 · 1,554 followers View post →
Vital Aging Lab | Dr. Lukas Morcinek
@vitalaginglab · X

RT @vitalaginglab:

Apr 11, 2025 · 1 share · 14 followers View post →
Vital Aging Lab | Dr. Lukas Morcinek
@vitalaginglab · X

Apr 3, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 14 followers View post →
Jaffe Daus
@JaffsterDaus · X

Check out my latest article: The Benefits of Fasting: Starving Cancer Cells and Promoting Overall Health https://t.co/oeU7RvWeVh via @LinkedIn

Jun 15, 2024 · 147 followers View post →
Msara
@msaraura · X

RT @neosborin: @BillyM2k he lowkey already did by liking that one post about intermittent fasting & starving cancer cells with lack of gluc…

Nov 19, 2023 · 1 share · 7 followers View post →
neosborin.eth
@neosborin · X

@BillyM2k he lowkey already did by liking that one post about intermittent fasting & starving cancer cells with lack of glucose for 18-36 hours as healthy cells survive fasting lol it’s subtle but it’s there plus a lot of other information all over here remember the old youtube vibe lol

Nov 18, 2023 · 1 share · 3,744 followers View post →
Drew
@riester_drew · X

Cancer: Warburg Effect: Cancer requires 18x more glucose to produce ATP (energy) than healthy cells. Fasting = Starving Cancer starves faster than healthy cells. Cancer dies first. Fasting restricts cancer growth. Reduces tumors.

May 18, 2021 · 520 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Fasting: Starving Cancer - PubMed https://t.co/Orzb7hAqWg

Jun 21, 2020 · 3,166 followers View post →