There seems to be a claim that one of the reasons why carbohydrates should be controlled for adults is that it causes higher levels of IGF-1 which spur the growth of cancer cells. However, IGF-1 is also needed growth for children, would you recommend children to eat a proper amount of carbohydrates instead of out-right avoiding it? Other than avoiding sugar, and refined grains, what are the best sources of carbohydrates for growing children?
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Mr. Taubes,
There seems to be a claim that one of the reasons why carbohydrates should be controlled for adults is that it causes higher levels of IGF-1 which spur the growth of cancer cells. However, IGF-1 is also needed growth for children, would you recommend children to eat a proper amount of carbohydrates instead of out-right avoiding it? Other than avoiding sugar, and refined grains, what are the best sources of carbohydrates for growing children?
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