Role of Height in Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease

Journal of Chinese Clinical Medicine Volume 5 | Number 2 | February 2010

Role of Height in Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease

Thomas T. Samaras

[Abstract]

Findings are presented showing how height relates to cancer and cardiovascular disease (CVD). The preponderance of evidence shows that height is positively correlated with cancer. However, studies on height and CVD are not consistent, and the causes for this conflict are explored. The role of nutrition in promoting rapid growth, greater height and chronic diseases is also discussed. The interrelationships among increasing birth weight, rapid growth in height and weight, obesity, cancer and CVD are also reviewed. Biological mechanisms are presented to explain how height is related to cancer and CVD.

Key words: height; cancer; cardiovascular disease; nutrition; biological mechanisms; telomeres

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Are 20-th-century recommendations for growth and height correct?

Abstract

Findings supporting the counter intuitive thesis that smaller body size promotes greater health and longevity are reviewed. In addition, the risks of promoting further growth through genetic manipulation are explored in relation to chronic disease and longevity. Supporting examples from animal research are also covered. The biological mechanisms that relate to height and longevity conclude the review.

Key words: longevity, nutrition, growth, body height, chronic disease

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A recent paper reported on the hidden benefits of shorter, smaller bodies. The report indicates that shorter, smaller people have faster reaction times, greater endurance, greater strength to weight ratio, and are more agile. They also have less cancer risk and lower intakes of toxins due to lower consumption of liquids and solid foods. See Samaras T. Hidden benefits of shorter, smaller bodies, JSRR 19(2), 2018, article no JSRR.40878. DOI: 10.9734/JSRR/2018/40878
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