New Study Reveals Cancer-Blocking Benefits of Milk, Meat Proteins

A study from RIKEN in Japan has unveiled that milk proteins can help prevent tumors in the small intestine by activating the immune system, SciTech Daily reported yesterday.

Researchers found that food antigens, such as those in milk, play a crucial role in suppressing tumor growth. Their experiments showed that mice fed normal diets had fewer tumors in the small intestine compared to those on antigen-free diets.

The study highlighted the risks associated with antigen-free diets, particularly for individuals with gastrointestinal conditions. Researchers emphasized that while these diets can aid digestion, they may inadvertently increase cancer risks, especially in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis.

The findings suggest that clinical elemental diets, which lack proteins, should be carefully considered before use. Ohno, the lead researcher, cautioned against adopting such diets without medical supervision, as they may pose significant health risks despite their popularity for weight loss and inflammation reduction.