Go Dairy-Free To Beat Cancer!

[icyfroth]

A LEADING scientist who has been fighting breast cancer for more than two decades says the disease is inextricably linked to animal products.

Jane Plant, who was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1987, nearly lost all hope when the disease struck her for a fifth time in 1993.

Prof Plant, now 69, began to draw on her experiences working in China, where women have historically shown very low rates of breast cancer. One study from the 1970s showed the disease affected one in 100,000 Chinese women, compared with one in 12 in the West.

“I had checked this information with senior academics,” Prof Plant told the UK Telegraph. “Chinese doctors I knew told me they had hardly seen a case of breast cancer in years. Yet if Chinese women are on Western diets — if they go to live in the US or Australia, for example — within one generation they got the same rate.”

Prof Plant’s light bulb moment came when her husband, Peter, recalled that his Chinese colleagues would give him powdered milk because they did not drink it themselves.

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I don't drink milk or eat yoghurt, although I do enjoy cheese & ice-cream, small amounts of butter so I'm not totally dairy-free.

[freddie*rooster]

Just another myth to sell books.

[icyfroth]

Might it be worth giving it a try?

[julie-in-oz2]

We get told so many things it is hard to know which to follow or which are correct. Wish we could know for sure.

I actually went dairy free for just under 2 years in my 20s as a vegan. Then I travelled and came back a vegetarian as vegan was to difficult especially travelling in the USA. 

It takes a stronge resolve to give up dairy and I can't believe I did it back then. Not so sure I could do it again. Having less dairy doesn't bother me though.

[azureline**]

If we give up everything that they tell us causes cancer, we will all die................. from starvation and boredom.

I am now 18 yrs post op BC and 13 years "BC cancer free".

I eat meat, eat dairy, exercise regularly, drink lots of filtered water etc...............very little alcohol....... coffee once a day average.

My OH threw out the microwave 18 years ago, so he thinks that was the cause.

We moved away from a tick area where we used to dip and spray cattle and hoses and we had a dip on our property, I think that was the cause.

One day, we will know what it really is.

[boris1gary]

interesting article....especially having just been told by my GP to eat more dairy so I lessen the chance of getting osteoporosis, if anyone is considering cutting dairy totally i would suggest a chat with your GP first.

[azureline**]

Yes, I agree Boris, it's a fine line to tread with that hanging over us.

I am just increasing my intake of things that help my arthritis. 😞

[j*oono]

Many people switched from using butter to margerine because it was considered healthier.  Now, margerine is evil and everyone is switching back to butter because it is more natural... and healthier.

[lurker172602]

As with all these things, the key is moderation. Don't go overboard but don't cut them out either. As *cough* maturing women we really should not be cutting back on our calcium intake.

[icyfroth]

Dairy is not the only source of calcium:

Fun fact: Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and is found naturally in a wide variety of foods and beverages and added to many others! (Hellooo orange juice.) But whether lactose-intolerant or sick of wine and cheese parties, there’s no need to rely only on dairy products for that daily dose of calcium. Here’s why we should get enough calcium—and all the unexpected ways to get enough of it.

18 Surprising Dairy-Free Sources of Calcium  (I've picked out a few wer'e most likely to eat and are easily accessible)

2. Canned Salmon: 232 mg (23% DV) in ½ can with bones (which provides the calcium!)
To avoid putting a dent in the wallet, canned salmon is a great way to go. Here’s the catch: It’s the bones in canned salmon that hold all the calcium, so they need to be mashed up right along with the salmon meat for all the benefits! But don’t get turned off just yet — the canning process softens the bones so they easily break apart and are unnoticeable when mixed in with the rest of the can’s contents. For a boost of calcium and omega 3’s, try these salmon cakes

3. Sardines: 321 mg (32% DV) in about 7 sardines fillets
There’s nothing fishy about sardines—they are one of the healthiest fish to munch on! Along with calcium, they also provide a hefty dose of omega 3’s and vitamin D. Try adding them to a Greek salad or eat 'em straight out of the can.

9. Almonds: 72 mg (7% DV) in ¼ cup dry roasted (about 20 nuts)
You’re "nuts" if you don’t grab a handful of almonds every now and then! They’re the most nutritionally dense nut, packing a crazy amounts of nutrients per calorie and ounce. Aside from calcium, they also contain potassium, vitamin E, and iron. Sprinkle on a salad or make your own almond butter. Just watch out for portion size!

10. Oranges: 65 mg (6% DV) in 1 medium fruit
Orange-you glad we included oranges?! Full of vitamin C and calcium, enjoy this fruit as a mid-morning snack, or use its citrus flavor to brighten up any dish, like these honey-orange carrots.

16. Soymilk: 300 mg (30% DV) in 1 cup
Cows milk not your cup of tea? Soymilk is a great option for people who are lactose intolerant and contains more protein than regular milk. Pour in a morning bowl of cereal or add to coffee with some cinnamon.

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