Spices that Prevent Cancer -- 1-) Turmeric/Curcumin (Haldi) : This is the king of spices when it comes to dealing with cancer diseases. Turmeric contains the powerful polyphenol, Curcumin that has been clinically proven to retard the growth of cancer cells causing prostrate cancer, melanoma, breast cancer, brain tumor, pancreatic cancer and leukemia amongst a host of others. Curcumin promotes “Apoptosis”- (programmed cell death/cell suicide) that safely eliminates cancer breeding cells without posing a threat to the development of other healthy cells. In cases of conventional radiotherapy and chemotherapy, the surrounding cells too become a target in addition to the cancer cells. Therefore, the side-effects are imminent. 2-) Fennel (Saunf) : Armed with phyto-nutrients and antioxidants, cancer cells have nothing but to accept defeat when the spice is fennel. “Anethole,” a major constituent of fennel resists and restricts the adhesive and invasive activities of cancer cells. It suppresses the enzymatic regulated activities behind cancer cell multiplication. 3-) Saffron ( Kesar) : A natural carotenoid dicarboxylic acid called “Crocetin” is the primary cancer-fighting element that saffron contains. It not only inhibits the progression of the disease but also decreases the size of the tumor by half, guaranteeing a complete goodbye to cancer. 4- ) Cumin (Zeera) : A portent herb with anti-oxidant characteristics, cumin seeds contain a compound called “Thymoquinone” that checks proliferation of cells responsible for prostate cancer. 5-) Cinnamon (Naag Kesar) : It takes not more than a half teaspoon of cinnamon powder every day to keep cancer risk away. A natural food preservative, cinnamon is a source of iron and calcium. Useful in reducing tumor growth, it blocks the formation of new vessels in the human body. 6-) Oregano (Ajwain leaf) : Phyto-chemical “Quercetin” present in oregano restricts growth of malignant cells in the body and acts like a drug against cancer-centric diseases. 7-) Cayenne Pepper/Capsaicin (Chilli peppers-Lal mirch) : Capsaicin induces the process of apoptosis that destroys potential cancer cells and reduces the size of leukemia tumor cells considerably. 8-) Ginger (Adrak) : This humble spice boasts of medicinal qualities that help lowering cholesterol, boost metabolism and kill cancer cells. Others : Cloves, anise, basil, garlic, caraway, fenugreek, mustard, mint leaves, rosemary, Limonin (fresh lemon), virgin olive, vinegar and avocado are other cancer-fighting diet components.
Posted on: Tue, 23 Jul 2013 05:47:06 +0000
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