Fasting and Cancer : Cancer is one of the most dangerous diseases. Its treatment is very difficult. However, continuous research and new methods are being discovered to prevent this disease. Recently, a research has revealed that cancer can be cured by fasting.
A research by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center explained how fasting can affect cancer cells. In such a situation, the question arises whether fasting can really reduce the risk of cancer. Let’s know the complete research…
Will fasting reduce the risk of cancer?
This research done on mice has indicated that fasting strengthens the body’s natural defense system against cancer. This suggests that fasting helps in increasing the work of natural killer cells. These are the factors of the immune system that attack cancer cells.
This study has shown that fasting makes natural killer cells depend on fat instead of sugar for energy. The metabolic shift gives them the ability to destroy cancer cells. Due to fasting, these cells can also be produced in the tumor environment and their ability to fight cancer increases.
Fasting provides benefits in cancer
An earlier study has also found that fasting has the potential to prevent cancer. Research conducted on mice in 2012 found that short-term fasting can protect healthy cells from the side effects of chemotherapy drugs.
A 2016 study on rats also suggested that short-term fasting before chemotherapy administration can help reduce toxicity. The German Cancer Research Center also conducted a similar study, which found that intermittent fasting has an effect on liver health and cancer risk. Intermittent fasting programs can reduce the risk of fatty liver, liver inflammation and liver cancer.
Will the effect be seen on humans?
Many doctors believe that whether fasting will help reduce cancer risk depends on insulin levels and its potential effect on cellular reactions. High insulin levels have been linked to promoting cancer cells, while fasting may lower insulin levels, creating a less favorable environment for cancer cells to grow. Fasting may also activate processes that can kill pre-cancerous cells before they can grow.
These are the benefits of fasting too
According to experts, fasting increases natural antioxidants in the body, which can protect cells from damage caused by cancer. However, research is still needed on whether this happens in every patient, because a patient’s weight may decrease before cancer or its treatment. In such a situation, fasting can be challenging.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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