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Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone that promotes the growth of every cell in the human body—from bones and muscles to nerves.
Why Young Colorectal Cancer Rates are Surging in Korea: The Paradox of “High-Quality” Protein

Why Young Colorectal Cancer Rates are Surging in Korea: The Paradox of “High-Quality” Protein

The common refrain "you have to eat meat to have strength" reflects a cultural sentiment in Korea that is anything but ordinary.
The Protein Paradox: Why More Isn’t Always Better for Sarcopenia

The Protein Paradox: Why More Isn’t Always Better for Sarcopenia

As South Korea officially becomes a “super-aged society” in 2026, with one in five citizens now aged 65 or older,...
Does Eating More Protein as You Age Not Increase Muscle?

Does Eating More Protein as You Age Not Increase Muscle?

Just eating a lot of protein does not automatically increase muscle. The principle of muscle growth is that through...