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 Anti-Cancer Diet, Part 1:
 Foods that combat cancer.
 
 
 
                
                
                   Focus
                          on Vegetables: 
 
                  Anti-cancer colors are dark
                        green, red and purple.
 Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage
                  - prevent estrogen dominance. They have a chemical
                  component called indole-3-carbinol that can combat
                  breast cancer by converting a cancer promoting
                  estrogen into a more nurturing variety. 
 Brussel Sprouts - excellent for
                  combating breast cancer.
 
 Dark Leafy Greens: Kale,
                  Collard Greens, Mustard Greens, Turnip Greens, Bok
                  Choy.
 
 Spinach - Excellent for
                  protecting against breast and lung cancer.
 
 Cruciferous Vegetables - Broccoli, Cauliflower,
                  Kale, Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage contain two
                  antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin that combat
                  cancers.
 
 Kale - nitrogen compounds which may help
                  prevent conversion of specific lesions to cancerous
                  cells in estrogen-sensitive tissues. Isothiocyanates
                  phytochemicals in kale are believed to suppress tumor
                  growth and block cancer causing substances from
                  reaching their targets.
 
 Wheatgrass - A shotgun blast to
                  cancer cells! Chlorophyll content has almost the same
                  molecular structure as hemoglobin. Chlorophyll
                  increases hemoglobin production, meaning more oxygen
                  gets to the cancer.
 
 Selenium and laetrile in wheatgrass are both
                  anticancer. Chlorophyll and selenium help build the
                  immune system.
 
 Wheatgrass is one of the most alkaline foods known to
                  mankind.
 
 Watercress - Lutein content combats cancer cells.
 
 Carrots and Beets (strengthen
                    kidneys). Both have high glucose content but many
                    nutrients that over-ride the sugar and kill cancer
                    cells. Carrots may be eaten raw or preferably
                    juiced.
 
 Raw Carrots (do not cook) - contain a lot of beta
                    carotene, which may help reduce several cancers
                    including mouth, throat, lung, breast, stomach,
                    intestine, bladder and prostate. Juicing is the best
                    method, 3-4 glasses daily if desired.
 
 Lentils: According to a study in
                    the International Journal of Cancer, women who eat
                    beans and lentils have a significantly lower risk of
                    developing breast cancer because they contain
                    antioxidants, fiber and phytoestrogens (also a good
                    source of protein). Lentils stimulate cancer
                    preventing enzymes and can help in lowering harmful
                    estrogen levels.
 
 Mushrooms: Shiitake (stimulates the
                    immune system), Maitake, Reishi - all have protein
                    called lectin, which attacks cancerous cells and
                    prevents them from multiplying.
 
 Hot Peppers - capsaicin, an
                    ingredient of jalapeno peppers, triggers cancer cell
                    death by attacking mitochondria (cell power
                    batteries). Capsaicin, may neutralize certain
                    cancer-causing substances (nitrosamines).
 
 Habanero Chili
                        Peppers - attack prostate cancer.
 
 Cayenne Pepper - increases
                    circulation. Cancer thrives in poor circulation.
 
 Turmeric / Curcumin - inhibits
                    production of the inflammation related enzyme
                    content, levels of which are abnormally high in
                    certain inflammatory diseases and cancers. Tumeric
                    blocks cancer cell growth. In several studies it was
                    revealed that turmeric can reduce tumor size by a
                    81%.
 
 In India, where women consume curcumin, 79 in a
                      million women develop breast cancer, while in
                    the USA where women do not consume curcumin,
                    thousands of women develop breast cancer.
 
 Note:
                    Turmeric is a natural blood thinner and not
                    advisable for some cancer patients.
 
 Garlic - Helps blood and tissue
                    hold more oxygen which cancer hates. Sulphur
                    compounds are proven to protect against cancer by
                    neutralizing carcinogens and slowing tumor growth.
                    Antibacterial and anti-vial.
 
 Allium compounds (dialyl sultides) seem to increase
                    activity of immune cells that combat cancer and
                    indirectly aid destruction of cancer causing
                    substances. Also helps block carcinogens from
                    entering cells and slows tumor growth.
 
 Diallyl sulfide, a component of garlic oil, has also
                    been shown to render inactive carcinogens in the
                    liver. Studies have linked garlic (also onions,
                    leeks, and chives) to lower risk of stomach and
                    colon cancer.
 
 Ginger - Found to reduce tumors,
                    and significant anti-inflammatory effects. Excellent
                    to reduce nausea and vomiting.
 
 Horseradish - Excellent for
                    detoxification.
 
 FYI: Veggies should be lightly
                    steamed, gently sauteed or baked. Cooking breaks
                    down the tough fiber in vegetables, allowing us to
                    absorb many more nutrients. Raw is ok, such as for
                    salads or juicing.
 
 Vegetables offer hundreds of phytonutrients, provide
                    protection from disease and have the ability to
                    rebuild the body better than any other food. They
                    also provide fiber, vitamins and minerals.
 
 
                
               
                 Focus
                        on Fruits:
 
                  Choose low sugar fruits. All Berries good for B17
                      - Raspberries, Strawberries, Blueberries,
                      Blackberries.
 Strawberries - In a 2006 study, the
                  higher level of ascorbate (vitamin C) antioxidants
                  found in organic strawberries correlated with a higher
                  inhibition of breast cancer cell proliferation.
 
 Black Raspberries - may prevent colon cancer.
                  Rich in antioxidants, thought to have even more
                  cancer-preventing properties than blueberries and
                  strawberries.
 
 Apricots B17 - the
                  apricot seed is inside a hard shell which may be
                  crushed and sprinkled on food for B17. The Hunza tribe
                  represent a population that has been cancer free for
                  over 900 years of its existence. This population has a
                  natural diet, which supplies on the average between
                  50-75 milligrams of Vitamin B17 a day.
 
 Eat 1 kernel for every 20 lbs of body weight - e.g.
                  120 lb person would consume 6 kernels per day. Chew
                  ground kernel until liquified.
 
 FYI:
 1) Good source for Apricot kernels,
                  B17 (laetrile): hunzagold.com
 2) B17 has been found to be most
                  helpful for colon cancer.
 
 Tomatoes - Loaded with Vitamin C and Lycopene,
                  an antioxidant that attacks roaming oxygen molecules
                  (free radicals), suspected of triggering cancer.
                  Tomatoes cooked in oil (virgin olive oil is ok) may
                  prevent and shrink prostate cancer.
 
 An increased intake of lycopene has already also been
                  linked to a reduced risk of breast, pancreas and
                  colorectal cancer, and also protects from sunburn.
 
 Avocado - rich in glutathione, a powerful
                  antioxidant that attacks free radicals in the body by
                  blocking intestinal absorption of certain fats. More
                  potassium than bananas and a strong source of
                  beta-carotene.
 
 Scientists believe avocados may also be useful in
                  treating viral hepatitis (a cause of liver cancer), as
                  well as other sources of liver damage. Packed with
                  nutrition, a superb food for cancer patients. High in
                  'good' fat.
 
 High glucose content fruits but excellent for
                    fighting cancer:
 
 Purple / Red Grapes - seeds may be eaten also.
                  Rich source of resveratrol, which inhibits the enzymes
                  that stimulate cancer cell growth and suppress immune
                  response. Grapes also contain ellagic acid, a compound
                  that blocks certain enzymes necessary for cancer
                  cells.
 
 Pineapple - Digestive enzyme is Bromelain. It
                  helps to de-shield the cancer cells protective protein
                  coating, caused by consuming animal protein. Pineapple
                  contains natural pancreatic enzymes (papaya also but
                  only eat organic).
 
 Grapefruits - best eaten for cancer prevention
                  by sweeping carcinogens out of the body. Studies have
                  shown that grapefruit possibly inhibits proliferation
                  of breast-cancer cells in vitro. Citrus fruits have an
                  acidic ph before entering the body but leave an
                  alkaline residue once they have been metabolized.
 
 Note: Cannot be eaten if on
                  medication, will cause nausea.
 
 Coconut meat, coconut milk or coconut
                  yogurt.
 
 FYI:
 1) Enzymes - It is
                  often best to juice on an empty stomach so more
                  enzymes can get into the body and work their best.
                  Juice the core of the pineapple for maximum bromelain
                  benefit.
 
 2) Citrus fruits
                  inhibit the formation of cancerous cells. Vitamin C
                  strengthens the immune system.
 
                
                  
 
                  Raw
                          seeds and sprouts:
  Brocco Sprouts, Alfalfa - Brown
                      Sesame, Sunflower, Pumpkin Seeds. 
 Soak seeds in water so their protective enzyme
                      inhibitors are removed and the enzymes - which
                      have been "asleep," become active - in three days
                      the nutritional values of the seeds are well
                      increased and the seeds become much easier to
                      digest.
 
 Brocco Sprouts - contain phytochemical
                      sulforaphane (a product of glucoraphanin) 20 times
                      higher than regular broccoli - believed to aid in
                      preventing some types of cancer, such as colon and
                      rectal cancer. An exceptionally rich source of
                      inducers of enzymes that protect against chemical
                      carcinogens.
 
 Nuts:
 High in protein - best when soaked overnight in
                      water.
 
 Raw Walnuts, Almonds, Macadamia -
                      best eaten for prevention. Recommended for
                      prostate and breast cancer, packed with Omega 3,
                      and protein.
 
 Raw Brazil Nuts - selenium, very
                      important for prostate cancer and breast cancer.
                      Cancer patients tend to have very low selenium
                      levels.
 
 FYI: Be very careful
                      of nuts as they tend to become moldy. Keep intake
                      to a minimum. Avoid peanuts as they are highly
                      toxic.
 
 
 Hemp Seed Oil for salad
                      dressing - Excellent source of Omega 3 and 6.
 Avocado Oil and Flax Seed Oil may be
                      used for salad dressing.
 
 Flax Seed Oil (unrefined, organic) - Omega oils
                      protect you from cancer and inhibits tumor growth
                      (especially breast cancer). Should be taken daily
                      by all cancer patients - two tablespoons can be
                      used as a salad dressing.
 
 Ground flax seeds contain both the fiber and the
                      oil, and have more potent anticancer properties
                      than flax oil alone. Flax seed contains lignans
                      which block or suppress cancerous changes and
                      inhibit cancer cell growth.
 
 Virgin Olive Oil - Most oils will cause havoc on
                      your hormonal system, and induce cancer causing
                      hormones. Greek women, who tend to eat a diet rich
                      in olive oil, have a very low rate of breast
                      cancer. Use for salad dressing.
 
 Raw Sesame Tahini -
                      The oil reduces estrogen. Recommended daily,
                      especially with breast cancer.
 
  Beverages:
                      
 Alkaline Water /
                        Ionized Water on occasion (does not
                      hydrate as well as regular water) - all water
                      should be drunk at room temperature, never ice
                      cold.
 
 Coconut Water from young coconuts (white
                      shell, not brown). Excellent for combating damage
                      done by chemotherapy. It is an electrolyte, it
                      oxygenates the blood, and restores the ANC count,
                      white blood count, hemoglobin, and platelets.
 
 Essiac Tea -
                      Discovered by Canadian nurse Rene Caisse, proven
                      to combat cancer.
 
 Green Tea - A potent antioxidant and
                      anti-inflammatory agent. Several polyphenols, the
                      potent antioxidants green tea's famous for, seem
                      to help keep cancer cells from gaining a foothold
                      in the body, by discouraging their growth and then
                      squelching the creation of new blood vessels that
                      tumors need to thrive.
 
 Study after study has found that people who
                      regularly drink green tea reduce their risk of
                      breast, liver, skin, lung, stomach, esophagus,
                      colon, and prostate cancer.
 
 Papaya Leaf Tea - an effective anti-cancer
                      agent against cervix, breast, liver, lung and
                      pancreas cancers. Research indicates that papaya
                      extract induces cell death.
 
 Focus on
                          Seafood:
 
 Iodine: Found in seaweed and
                      some fish. Japanese women consume 25 times more
                      dietary iodine than North American women and have
                      lower breast cancer rates. Iodine consumption by
                      Americans has dropped 50% since the 1970s as
                      breast cancer rates have risen. Kelp is the best
                      source.
 
 Other sources include shrimp, haddock, cod,
                      herring, halibut, and sardines. Iodine both
                      prevents and combats cancer, and is proven to thin
                      the lymph fluid, thus aiding the lymph system
                      which plays an integral role in cancer therapy.
 
 Brown Seaweed - Modifilan, Laminaria (good
                      for breast cancer) - contains at least 3 nutrients
                      that kill cancer cells; furanone, fuecoiden, and
                      algenic acid.
 
 Sea Veggies - Nori, kelp, wakame, kombu,
                      hizike, and dulce. High in iodine which is
                      depleted in Cancer bodies.
 
 Fish - Wild Alaskan Salmon or Alaskan Cod
                      (NO farm raised fish). Sardines for calcium is
                      most preferred choice of fish with least amount of
                      toxic pollution. Fresh tuna ok but only once a
                      week (radiation from Fukushima and mercury
                      contamination). NO coastal fish or shellfish, or
                      shrimp (toxic metals and carcinogens). No smoked
                      fish.
 
 Omega 3 fatty acids - found in fish, block
                      the effect of estrogen on breast cells, thus
                      lowering the risk of them becoming cancerous.
                      Eskimo women who have a high concentration of
                      omega 3 in their diet have a lower incidence of
                      breast cancer.
 
 FYI: The oceans are severely
                      polluted with heavy metal poisons and radiation -
                      including the Pacific coastline (Fukushima), and
                      the Gulf of Mexico (oil and chemical
                      contamination). Eating anything from the ocean and
                      rivers will contain a certain level of toxicity.
 
 Plant
                          Protein:
 Apart from greens, nuts, seeds and sprouts, Hemp
                        Hearts are one of the very best sources
                      of concentrated protein, essential fats and
                      vitamins found in nature.
  
 
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