Balancing Protein Intake in Cancer: Muscle Maintenance vs. Cancer Growth Risk

Dr. Huberman, you've shared a lot of valuable insights on the importance of sufficient protein intake, particularly for maintaining muscle mass as we age, and how the quality of protein, including the role of leucine, is key for muscle health and overall quality of life. However, I’m curious about protein intake recommendations in the context of cancer. I understand that there are concerns about stimulating mTOR, which is crucial for muscle growth but might also promote cancer cell growth. Could you discuss protein intake in cancer patients, particularly for more prevalent cancers like leukemia, breast cancer, and colon cancer? How should we balance the need to maintain muscle mass while addressing the risk of potential cancer progression?