In the United States, cancer is the cause of death for 25% of people.  Approximately 5-10% of cancer cases are hereditary.  The remaining cases are caused by environment and lifestyle.  Studies have found that dairy consumption is linked to different types of cancer.  Specifically, dairy increases chances of hormone related cancers.  Milk itself is a hormone based product, so these correlations make sense.  Even “organic” milk with no added hormones or antibiotics still contain hormones.  After all, it is breast milk designed to turn a baby calf into a 1,500 pound cow.

A human male’s risk of prostate cancer increases by 34% simply by consuming dairy.  Women who have breast cancer increase their risk of death by 49% by consuming dairy.  If these numbers are true, why do companies such as Susan G. Komen use their logo on Yoplait yogurt?  The American Cancer Association recommends English-muffin pizzas or bagels topped with cheese as healthy diet choices.  The reality is that these companies are sponsored by businesses such as KFC, Tyson, YUM, and Yoplait.  It is impossible to trust these organizations who are being paid off by the very companies that are making us sick.

In attempts to discuss the correlations between animal products and various diseases, multiple health organizations have refused to comment or deflect the conversation in another direction.  We simply cannot believe what media tells us is healthy, especially when all the leading organizations are driven by money.

Do not fear for a lack of protein – the largest animals on earth are herbivores.  Gorillas, elephants, and pandas all make due just fine on a plant based diet.  70% of deaths in the U.S. are lifestyle related, meaning they can be prevented.  By switching to a vegan diet, one significantly reduces their risks of many diseases, including cancer.