Stephan Guyenet reviewing the book for Red Pen Reviews commented that The China Study is a “scholarly and well-written book” but three of its key scientific claims are “not very well supported overall”.
What is wrong with China study?
The serious, obvious flaw in “The China Study” is in the very first chapter. Campbell starts off talking about cancer research in rats. Here are the basics of the study he cites: When rats eat casein, a highly-processed protein from milk, and are exposed to mycotoxins, they’re very likely to get liver cancer.
Was The China Study peer reviewed?
All of the work from my own laboratory and research group that is cited in the book was published in peer reviewed professional journals–and many in the very best peer reviewed journals.
Who is the author of The China Study?
T. Colin Campbell
Thomas M. Campbell
The China Study/Authors
Colin Campbell, PhD, and author of “The China Study Solution.” He has presented widely on the topic of nutrition for optimal health.
What did the China study reveal?
Known as the China Project, this landmark study combined with laboratory findings conclusively demonstrated the dangers of a diet high in animal protein and the amazing health benefits of a whole food, plant-based diet. These findings were translated into the best-selling book—The China Study.
Who is Denise Minger?
I’m Denise, resident Research Ninja and content creator here at The Paleo Mom. Some of you may know me from my “Hulk Smash Bad Science” blog, Raw Food SOS, or from my first book, Death by Food Pyramid.
Do vegans live longer?
A team of researchers at Loma Linda University in the United States has shown vegetarian men live for an average of 10 years longer than non-vegetarian men — 83 years compared to 73 years. For women, being vegetarian added an extra 6 years to their lives, helping them reach 85 years on average.
How old is Colin Campbell?
87 years (March 14, 1934)
T. Colin Campbell/Age
What does the China Study say about meat?
The findings from The China Study indicate that the lower the percentage of animal protein consumed, the greater the health benefits. Even relatively small intakes of animal protein were associated with adverse effects. People who ate the most plant-based foods were the healthiest and tended to avoid chronic disease.
What did The China Study reveal?
What should we eat according to China study?
Eat many types of vegetables (Popeye was right, spinach is a great food). Eat less (but maybe eat some) fish, vegetable oils, and few refined carbohydrates (Yes, it means to cut back or cut out eating candy and cakes). Avoid meats and dairy (this last category is the one that is the most controversial).
What was the purpose of the China Study?
The goal of The China Study is to redefine how we think about nutrition information—to eliminate confusion and draw conclusions based on a comprehensive view of the evidence generated by peer-reviewed nutrition research.
What is the China Study (Book)?
The China Study (book) presents Dr. Campbell’s assessment of the “big picture” related to nutrition and health. It is informed by more than a thousand references to health and nutrition studies throughout the world, including the results of The China Project.
What is wrong with “the China Study”?
The serious, obvious flaw in “The China Study” is in the very first chapter. Campbell starts off talking about cancer research in rats. Here are the basics of the study he cites: When rats eat casein, a highly-processed protein from milk, and are exposed to mycotoxins, they’re very likely to get liver cancer.
Is the China study (2006) a Complete Guide to vegetarianism?
The China Study ( 2006) caused quite a stir, at least among those interested in vegetarian diets. This book is often cited by proponents of vegetarian diets as being a definitive study and guide to the superiority of vegetarianism.
What is the China project (research study)?
The China Project (research study) looked at sixty-five counties across China, using extensive questionnaires and blood tests to gather information on 6,500 adults. When the researchers were done, they had more than 8,000 statistically significant associations between lifestyle, diet, and disease.
