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Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Meat 'ups prostate cancer risk'

"Eating meat and dairy products may increase the risk of prostate cancer, research suggests.

Such a diet raises levels of a hormone called Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) which promotes cell growth."

These studies are just  beginning, but are consistant with other research. Moderation and exercise should inform our lifestyle choices.

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