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Claim: Unvaccinated children pose no threat to anyone (Tetyana Obukhanych, Richard Enos, 2019-10-05)
Evidence (2015-02-03): The measles outbreak traced back to Disneyland has spread to 14 states, with as many as 102 cases reported. Media outlets are highlighting the rise of anti-vaccination sentiments. Scientists are expressing their dismay at people who reject sound medical advice and put their families and communities in harm’s way. [...] Let’s look at the concept of herd immunity first. The basic idea is that a group (the "herd") can avoid exposure to a disease by ensuring that enough people are immune so that no sustained chains of transmission can be established. This protects an entire population, especially those who are too young or too sick to be vaccinated. But how many people need to be immune to achieve this? [...] More importantly, there is an ethical argument to be made for the goal of 100 percent vaccination coverage. It sends the right message. Everyone who can get vaccinated, should get vaccinated – not only to protect themselves, but to protect those who can’t, through herd immunity.
Claim: Unvaccinated children pose no threat to anyone (Tetyana Obukhanych, Richard Enos, 2019-10-05)
Evidence (2021-09-09): The unvaccinated overcrowd our hospitals, are overrunning the emergency rooms and intensive care units, leaving no room for someone with a heart attack, or pancreitis [pancreatitis], or cancer. [...] The measures — these are going to take time to have full impact. But if we implement them, I believe and the scientists indicate, that in the months ahead we can reduce the number of unvaccinated Americans, decrease hospitalizations and deaths, and allow our children to go to school safely and keep our economy strong by keeping businesses open. [...] As with adults, almost all the serious COVID-19 cases we’re seeing among adolescents are in unvaccinated 12- to 17-year-olds — an age group that lags behind in vaccination rates.
Claim: Unvaccinated children pose no threat to anyone (Tetyana Obukhanych, Richard Enos, 2019-10-05)
Evidence (2021-08-03): Second, the unvaccinated minority do not pose a serious threat to the rest of us. So far, 165 million U.S. adults have been fully vaccinated, and 70 percent have now have had at least one shot, which research shows is highly protective after just two weeks. This means 192 million in total now have vaccinated immunity. Breakthrough infections are still rare — NBC News reports that there have been about 125,000 cases in 38 states, which represents a rate of about 0.07 percent. And according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of Aug. 3, only 954 vaccinated Americans have died of covid-19, and only 4,641 have been hospitalized. Most of those are elderly, immunocompromised or have co-morbidities making the vaccines less effective. What about the risk to children, many of whom are ineligible to be vaccinated? Unvaccinated children are at similarly low risk for serious outcomes as vaccinated adults. CDC data show that just 406 people under 18 have died with a covid-19 diagnosis code in their record — and the CDC has no idea whether covid-19 was incidental or causal in their deaths. One study found zero mortality in children without preexisting conditions. Healthy children are not a serious risk — and healthy vaccinated adults (such as teachers) are at near-zero risk from them. What this means is that if you are an otherwise healthy vaccinated person, you are effectively bulletproof against serious illness. While we should encourage unvaccinated Americans to get immunized for their own sake, they pose no real danger to the rest of us.
Claim: Unvaccinated children pose no threat to anyone (Tetyana Obukhanych, Richard Enos, 2019-10-05)
Evidence (2022-11-01): While risks higher for the unvaccinated, study points to need for more tools against the virus [...] The study of more than 13 million veterans also found that vaccination against the virus that causes COVID-19 reduced the risk of death by 34% and the risk of getting long COVID by 15%, compared with unvaccinated patients infected with the virus. However, vaccines were shown to be most effective in preventing some of the most worrisome manifestations of long COVID – lung and blood-clotting disorders – which declined about 49% and 56%, respectively, among those who were vaccinated. [...] "Getting COVID-19, even among vaccinated people, seems almost unavoidable nowadays," said Al-Aly, noting that 8% to 12% of vaccinated people with breakthrough infections may develop long COVID. "Our current approach will likely leave a large number of people with chronic and potentially disabling conditions that have no treatments. This will not only affect people’s health, but their ability to work, life expectancy, economic productivity and societal well-being. We need to have a candid national conversation about the consequences of our current approach."
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2023-05-05): Cancer is the result of mutations that lead to uncontrolled cell growth and proliferation. The International Agency for Research on Cancer recognizes obesity as a cause of at least 13 different cancers. Obesity, defined as excessive fat accumulation that poses a health risk, is generally caused by eating more calories than one expends. People who consume a high-fat, high-sugar diet are thus prone to becoming obese, which could increase their risk of developing cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2015-09-23): Cancer researchers have known for decades that tumours use a faster metabolism than normal cells in our body. One classic example of this is that cancer cells increase their consumption of glucose to fuel their rapid growth and strike against programmed cell death. This means that limiting glucose consumption in cancer cells is becoming an attractive tool for cancer treatments. You may have seen articles or websites advocating that starving patients of sugar is crucial for getting rid of tumours or that eating less sugar reduces the risk of cancer. The story is not that simple. Cancer cells always find alternatives to fuel their tank of glucose, no matter how little sugar we ingest. There is not a direct connection between eating sugar and getting cancer and it is always advisable to talk to your doctor if you have doubt about your diet. [...] If the amount of sugar we eat doesn’t affect this process, the question we need to answer is how the cancer cells are instructed to consume more glucose. Who is filling the fuel tank? We have discovered that what allows tumours to evade their natural cause of death in this way is a protein that is overproduced in virtually every human cancer but not in normal cells.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2022-04-20): Causes of cancer and reducing your risk [...] If you smoke, stopping is the best thing you can do for your health and to reduce your cancer risk. [...] Being more active can help us keep a healthy weight and reduce the risk of cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2019-10-02): Unfortunately, cancer also loves glucose. It loves it so much that cancer cells are willing to burn through glucose as quickly as possible, similar to the way muscle cells burn through glucose during rigorous exercise (a process known as glycolysis). Cancer cells also supplement their "diet" with glutamine, an amino acid found in proteins. In order to implement this metabolic shift, cancer cells put more glucose transporters (which import glucose) into their membranes and rely on glutamine to satisfy other nutritional requirements. This has led to the hypothesis that blocking the import of glucose and the metabolism of glutamine could serve as powerful weapons against cancer. In other words, starving cancer cells of their favorite foods could inhibit tumor growth. [...] Sources (1) Elena S. Reckzeh et al. "Inhibition of Glucose Transporters and Glutaminase Synergistically Impairs Tumor Cell Growth." Cell Chemical Biology 26 (9) 1214-1228.E25. Published: 19-Sept-2019. doi: 10.1016/j.chembiol.2019.06.005 (2) William P. Katt et al. "Starving the Devourer: Cutting Cancer Off from Its Favorite Foods." Cell Chemical Biology 26 (9): 1197-1199. Published: 9-Sept-2019. doi: 10.1016/j.chembiol.2019.09.005
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2020-08-18): - There is an indirect link between sugar and cancer. Eating a lot of high sugar foods can contribute to excess caloric intake, which may lead to weight gain and excess body fat. [...] By Mae Reilly, MS, RD, LDN, senior clinical nutritionist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute "Does sugar feed cancer?" is one of the most frequently asked questions we receive as oncology dietitians. Researchers continue to investigate the relationship between sugar intake and cancer; meanwhile, there are steps you can take to avoid any potential harm that sugar can cause. [...] To date, there are no randomized controlled trials showing sugar causes cancer. There is, however, an indirect link between sugar and cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2020-06-05): Sugar feeds every cell in your body. But does sugar cause cancer, or help it to grow and spread? Our expert says to watch out for added sugars, but not for the reasons you may think. [...] It’s true that sugar feeds every cell in our body — even cancer cells. But, research shows that eating sugar doesn’t necessarily lead to cancer. It’s what sugar does to your waistline that can lead to cancer. [...] "Your body’s cells use sugar to keep your vital organs functioning," says Erma Levy, a research dietitian in Behavioral Science. "But too much daily sugar can cause weight gain. And, unhealthy weight gain and a lack of exercise can increase your cancer risks."
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2019-11-04): You may have heard that sugar feeds cancer and to avoid all foods and beverages that contain sugar, but is this really necessary? Following such a restriction can significantly reduce your intake of foods that are rich in nutrients that have been shown to fight cancer such as fruits and whole grains. In addition, eating enough calories during cancer treatment can be difficult. Adding new, restrictive dietary changes can often lead to more stress which can also compromise your immune system. The following information is what the research shows in relation to sugar and cancer and how to incorporate healthy eating based on these findings. [...] The sugar and cancer connection According to the research, increased risk of cancer is not seen with sugar intake. Instead, cancer risk may be related to how your body responds to sugar. If you eat sugar rich foods all by themselves, especially if you are insulin-resistant, there is a greater spike in your blood sugars. This spikes results in an increased release of insulin-like growth factor (IGF), which has been shown to help cancer cells grow. If blood glucose levels are better controlled, less IGF is released which likely will decrease cancer growth.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2017-07-26): This is the grain of truth at the heart of the concern around sugar and cancer — yes, sugar feeds cancer cells. [...] "Stopping sugar getting to cancer cells would also mean that your body's healthy cells get starved of necessary sugars," says the CEO of Cancer Council Australia, Professor Sanchia Aranda. [...] Eliminating sugar from your diet won't help you, because you'll be depriving other cells of a valuable fuel source too.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2015-04-08): Sugar and cancer: What's the link? [...] The link between obesity and several types of cancer is well established. The American Institute for Cancer Research says consuming less sugary drinks and energy dense foods is among the top ways to reduce your cancer risk. [...] - Slowly taper the amount of sugar. Look for the food products you eat that have the highest sugar content and replace them with something healthier. For example, try a baked apple with some cinnamon instead of cake or pie for dessert. Also, try to put one less packet of sugar in your coffee or tea, and keep decreasing the amount of sugar over time.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2022-08-12): Understanding the Link between Sugar and Cancer: An Examination of the Preclinical and Clinical Evidence - PMID: 36551528 - PMCID: PMC9775518 - DOI: 10.3390/cancers14246042 Understanding the Link between Sugar and Cancer: An Examination of the Preclinical and Clinical Evidence Per capita sugar consumption has increased in the United States to over 45 kg per year. The average person in the US currently consumes significantly more added sugar in their diet than the World Health Organization's, the American Cancer Society's, and the American Heart Association's recommendations for daily sugar consumption. Evidence from epidemiologic and preclinical studies demonstrates that excess sugar consumption can lead to development of cancer and progression of disease for those with cancer independent of the association between sugar and obesity. Human epidemiologic studies and mechanistic preclinical studies in multiple cancers support a causal link between excess sugar and cancer. Preclinical studies show that high-sucrose or high-fructose diets activate several mechanistic pathways, including inflammation, glucose, and lipid metabolic pathways. Although human studies are limited, compelling human and primate studies have explored the link between added sugar and metabolic syndrome (MetS), a risk factor for cancer. Substantial evidence suggests a causal link between MetS and added sugar, indicating important implications in the association between excess sugar consumption and cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2019-03-11): Growing Evidence Points to Connection Between Sugar and Cancer A diet high in sugar is a known risk factor for health problems including obesity and diabetes-a risk that reducing sugar intake seems to mitigate. But according to an accumulating body of research by Dr. Lewis Cantley, the Meyer Director of the Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center, and his team at Weill Cornell Medicine, excess sugar also helps many types of cancer to grow more rapidly. [...] Learn more about the increasing evidence of a strong connection between sugar and cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2016-12-01): There’s a lot of confusing and misleading information on the Internet about the relationship between sugar and cancer. The notion that refined sugar causes cancer or that cutting sugar from the diet is a good way to treat cancer are two common — and incorrect — claims that turn up in a Google search. [...] What, if any, is the link between sugar and cancer? [...] Explain why it’s hard to "starve" cancer of sugar just by changing your diet.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-04-30): There are many myths and questions about sugar and cancer treatment. But what do cancer patients really need to know about sugar to make sure they’re getting the best diet during treatment? Here, I'll answer common questions I hear about sugar and cancer treatment. [...] Natural sugars, which are found in fruits and whole grains, are better choices for cancer patients. These are called complex carbohydrates. Your body breaks them down and turns them into sugar. The body processes complex carbohydrates at a slower rate than sugar from cakes, cookies, pies and candy. Sugar in sweets like these doesn’t have to be broken down and can cause your blood sugar to go up. [...] No. Eliminating all sugar from your diet can be challenging and unrealistic to sustain long-term.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-01-01): Myth vs. Truth: Sugar and Cancer [...] You CAN have small amounts of sugar, even after a cancer diagnosis. Sugar does NOT cause cancer. The myth that sugar causes cancer gives sugar a bad name. There are many flavors and foods a person with cancer may not be able to swallow or digest. Weight loss and malnutrition is a concern for many cancer patients. Too many food restrictions—such as completely eliminating foods with sugar—may keep cancer patients from eating enough or cause unnecessary stress. It takes lots of time, energy, and resources to limit all sugar in a menu. Aim for a healthy amount of sugar intake daily—less than 10 percent of your calories.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-02-20): - Red meat, such as steak and hamburgers - Processed meat, such as bologna, bacon, sausage and lunchmeat - Commercial baked goods such as snack cakes, pies, cookies and brownies - Bread and pasta made with white flour - Deep fried items such as French fries, fried chicken and donuts - Foods high in added sugar, such as candy, jelly and syrup - Sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda, bottled or canned tea drinks, and sports drinks - Trans fats, found in margarine, microwave popcorn, refrigerated biscuits and dough, and nondairy coffee creamers [...] Also, bear in mind that the benefit of healthy items like fish and vegetables can be reversed if you are not careful with sauces and dressings. Many of these condiments and extras are high in inflammatory ingredients such as sugar and trans fat as well as sodium. [...] It’s important to check the ingredients list of prepared or processed foods. Many prepared foods contain hidden sugar. It can be hard to tell, since sugar tends to assume aliases: By some estimates, there are over 50 names for added sugar in prepared commercial foods, such as "cane crystals" and "crystalized cane juice," syrups and many ingredient names that ends in "ose" (chemical shorthand for sugar).
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-02-11): Sugar feeds cancer – and it makes cancer grow faster. [...] All cells require sugar (glucose) for energy. Your body can also store sugar to use as energy later. Your body needs this sugar to function normally. Canadians consume thousands of dietary components every day, so it’s hard to pinpoint precise links between diet and cancer. When sugar can increase your risk of cancer @(Model.HeadingTag)>
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2019-10-24): Tatom gets the rationale for trying itÂ â âthe idea is theÂ Warburg effect, that cancer feeds on sugarâÂ âÂ but she thinks people often look at dietary issues too simplistically. Â "That whole idea that sugar feeds cancer? Well, sugar also feeds us, it feeds all cells. If you you eat a reasonably balanced diet, thatâs really been shown to be the healthiest,â she said. [...] When youâre healthy, he said, you have normal blood sugar levels and low insulin levels. But âyour blood sugar and insulin will go up and down all day if you eat carbs.â And that may be harmful to a personâs healthÂ âÂ particularly cancer patientsÂ â since âglucose is a main source of fuel for cancer cells and insulin is basically a growth hormone that could help cancer cells grow.â âIf you donât eat carbsÂ âÂ eat keto or low carbÂ âÂ the degree to which your blood sugar and insulin increase during the day will be much, much lower,â Kratz said, adding it makes âa lot of sense to minimize the availability of sugar and to minimize exposure to the growth hormone in insulinâ for cancer patients. Kratz and SCCA lung cancer oncologist Dr. Renato Martins actually launched a small clinical trial nine months ago to investigate the effect of diet on treatment in newly diagnosed lung cancer patients. [...] Help Us Eliminate Cancer
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-06-19): Can eating sugar, including refined sugar, cause cancer? Eating sugar doesn’t cause cancer. This is true for all types of sugar, including refined sugar. But too much sugar in our diets can make it harder to keep a healthy weight. And being overweight or obese increases the risk of 13 types of cancer.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-05-14): The relationship between sugar and cancer has been the subject of public debate for decades. If you or a loved one are facing cancer, it’s likely a question you’ve considered as well. The truth is blood sugar, also known as glucose, feeds all your cells, including cancer cells. "Because many healthy foods with cancer-fighting and immune-boosting nutrients contain sugar, cutting out all sources of sugar isn’t the best solution. Luckily, there is a lot you can do with your diet and lifestyle to prevent cancer and support treatment, says Lynne Groeger, M.S., R.D., C.S.O., Registered Dietitian specializing in oncology nutrition with Riverside Cancer Care Center. [...] Our body is designed to use blood sugar as fuel, so while sugar does feed cancer cells it also feeds healthy cells. Oversimplifying the sugar and cancer debate can cause more harm than good, creating stress and anxiety around food and mealtime. Focus on overall lifestyle changes, rather than worrying about one food, to benefit your health.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2023-06-13): Sugar and Cancer: Wilmot Registered Dietitians Weigh In on What You Should Know It’s a topic that often comes up when discussing diet, particularly for those concerned about cancer. Some may wonder about the impact of eliminating sugar when it comes to cancer risk, but unfortunately, it’s not a simple answer because healthy cells need sugar to make energy. Wilmot’s registered dietitians, Sue Czap and Melissa Zahn, help explain the relationship between sugar and cancer. [...] Research does not support eliminating sugar from your diet to make cancer go away.
Claim: Sugar causes cancer; eliminating sugar from the diet can cure cancer (Mark Hyman, Barbara O'Neill, 2023-05-05)
Evidence (2024-03-08): Fact: More research is needed to understand the relationship between sugar in the diet and cancer. All kinds of cells, including cancer cells, depend on blood sugar (glucose) for energy. But giving more sugar to cancer cells doesn't make them grow faster. Likewise, depriving cancer cells of sugar doesn't make them grow more slowly. [...] There is some evidence that consuming large amounts of sugar is associated with an increased risk of certain cancers, including esophageal cancer. Eating too much sugar can also lead to weight gain and increase the risk of obesity and diabetes, which may increase the risk of cancer. [...] - Goncalves MD, et al. Dietary fat and sugar in promoting cancer development and progression. Annual Review of Cancer Biology. 2019; doi:10.1146/annurev-cancerbio-030518-055855.