Deadly cancer type linked to obesity and high stress levels [FOX News]
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Source: FOX News
Obesity and stress could magnify the risk of one of the most aggressive types of cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) found that stress-related neurotransmitters and obesity-related hormones activated CREB (cyclic AMP response element-binding protein), which was shown to promote the growth of cancer cells in the pancreas In the study, mice that ate a high-fat diet were more likely to develop precancerous lesions. When stress levels were also raised through social isolation, the lesions grew even more. The stress-related cancer risk was more pronounced in female mice. Based on these findings, the researchers suggested exploring the use of existing medications to reduce the risk of obesity- and stress-related cancers. "Since ß-adrenergic receptors play a crucial role in stress-related cancer growth , commonly used beta-blockers, which are drugs prescribed for high blood pressure, could be repurposed to help mitigate these ef
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