** THE CANCER FIGHTING VEGGIE SUPERFOODS ** Cancer is the nations second leading cause of death, and every day it seems we learn about a new risk factor or something we need to stop doing or avoid to reduce our chances of getting this deadly disease. But the good news is that eating the right foods can help you protect yourself against cancer. Sharon Saka, a registered dietitian in Suffern, New York, says a diet rich in fiber, vegetables, and fruits, including juices made from 100 percent vegetable juice, can make a big difference in your cancer risk. So which foods should you eat? Look for foods with phytochemicals, says Saka, which are found in Beans and cruciferous vegetables like Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Mustard Greens, Rutabaga, Turnips, Arugula and Kale. Dark green leafy vegetables like Spinach, Romaine Lettuce, Swiss Chard and Collard Greens are packed with fiber, lutein, and carotenoids, all cancer-fighting substances. Foods rich in the vitamins C, E, and A, all antioxidants themselves, can protect you from cancer by preventing the growth of free radicals in your body, so stock up on Oranges, Avocados, and Apricots! KALE--Is considered the # 1 SUPERFOOD and “Healthiest Vegetable on the Planet” for good reason. Just one cup of Kale contains 33 calories and about 100% of your daily requirements for vitamins A, C and K, providing anti-inflammatory benefits as well as top of the line cardiovascular support. It is also rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote healthy eyesight. Kale is a great source of potassium, iron, phosphorus and manganese – as well as over 45 different varieties of antioxidant flavonoids that lend themselves to cancer prevention! GARLIC-- The same sulfur compounds that cause the strong odor may also stop cancer-causing substances from forming in your body, speed DNA repair, and kill cancer cells. Garlic battles bacteria, including H. pylori (the one connected to some ulcers and stomach cancer), and it reduces the risk of colon cancer Garlic may be the powerhouse of the Allium family, but Onions, Leeks, Chives, and Scallions might also protect against stomach cancer, some research suggests. TOMATOES--The red coloring in Tomatoes makes a juicy, ripe one hard to resist -- and makes them a potential weapon against prostate cancer. That red hue comes from a phytochemical called lycopene, a powerful antioxidant, which is most concentrated in Tomatoes. Several studies suggest that a lycopene-rich diet is connected to a reduced risk of prostate cancer. In laboratory tests, lycopene has stopped other types of cancer cells from growing, including breast, lung, and endometrial (in the lining of the uterus). Researchers speculate that lycopene protects cells from damage that could lead to cancer by boosting the immune system. And they suspect lycopene stops the growth of tumors by interfering with abnormal cell growth, according to the American Institute for Cancer Research. CARROTS-- Carrots are packed with disease-fighting nutrients. They contain beta-carotene, an antioxidant scientists believe mayprotect cell membranes from toxin damage and slow the growth of cancer cells. And carrots deliver other vitamins and phytochemicals that might guard against cancers of the mouth, esophagus, and stomach. Some studies suggest carrots protect against cervical cancer, perhaps because they supply antioxidants that could battle HPV (human papilloma virus), the major cause of cervical cancer. Plus, carrots contain falcarinol, a natural pesticide. SPINACH--Maybe youve heard that lutein, an antioxidant, is good for your eyes. Research is by no means confirmed, but it might also play a role in guarding against cancer. Spinach is rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids that remove unstable molecules called free radicals from your body before they damage it. Theyre found in Spinach and other dark green leafy vegetables, and some studies show they could protect against cancer of the mouth, esophagus, and stomach. An NIH/AARP study of more than 490,000 people found that those who ate more spinach were less likely to develop esophageal cancer. Some studies suggest the carotenoids in spinach and other foods reduce the risk of ovarian, endometrial, lung, and colorectal cancer, also. BROCCOLI--Eat your Broccoli, mom always said. She was right. Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as Cabbage, Kale, and Cauliflower contain phytochemicals called glucosinolates, which produce protective enzymes that are released when you chew the raw veggie, rupturing the cell walls. One of the most protective of these enzymes is sulforaphane. Broccoli is the best source of this particular compound. Scientists are researching how sulforaphane might reduce cancer risk, from detoxifying harmful substances (such as smoke and other environmental pollutants) in the body to operating as a kind of antimicrobial agent by attacking the bacterium H. pylori. Broccoli and its cousins are most protective against cancers of the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, according to a review of hundreds of clinical studies conducted for the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research. Your best way to guard against Cancer, and other health problems, is to grow your own healthy Vegetable Superfoods. Here at THE SEED GUY, we offer a 55 Variety Heirloom Seed package that is chock full of all the Veggie Superfoods listed above. The Seed package contains 22,000 Heirloom Seeds, Non GMO, and all varieties individually packaged. All Heirloom Seed is Home-Grown and fresh from the 2013 harvest. Price is $50. 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Posted on: Sat, 15 Mar 2014 01:19:15 +0000
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