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The Cancer Industry Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Following what it calls a "common sense approach," the ACS began advocating the following measures: (1) avoid obesity; (2) cut down on total fat intake; (3) eat more high-fiber foods such as whole grain cereals, fruits and vegetables; (4) include foods rich in vitamins A and C in your daily diet; (5) include cruciferous vegetables (such as cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, kohlrabi and cauliflower) in your diet; (6) eat moderately of salt-cured, smoked and nitrite-cured foods; and (7) keep alcohol consumption moderate, if you do drink (ACS, 1988).

Foods That Fight Pain: Revolutionary New Strategies for Maximum Pain Relief Neal Barnard, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Peanuts *The cruciferous vegetable group indues broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts. The foods that contribute to Crohn's disease are surprisingly similar to those that trigger migraines and arthritis. Dairy products and wheat are again strongly implicated. For some patients the problem with milk is the milk sugar, lactose, just as we saw for irritable bowel syndrome. But for more patients, the problem with dairy products appears to be a reaction not to the lactose sugar but to the milk proteins.

Herbal Defense Robyn Landis See book keywords and concepts

Crucifers—Indoles in crucifers (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and other cruciferous vegetables) affect estrogen metabolism by increasing enzymes that weaken cancer-promoting estrogens. Animal studies show that this slows cancer growth. Indoles may also assist in toxin elimination and increase general immunity. Sulforaphanes: Another crucifer chemical. Animal studies show it inhibits breast-cancer tumor growth; also assists cancer-fighting enzymes in removing carcinogens from cells. Grapes—Ellagic acid blocks the body's production of cancer-helper enzymes.

Foods That Fight Pain: Revolutionary New Strategies for Maximum Pain Relief Neal Barnard, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

The most common offenders: cow's milk, onions, cruciferous vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower, or cabbage), and chocolate.27 The solution is to avoid these foods, especially during the first four months of breast-feeding. Stomachaches in older children are similar to irritable bowel syndrome in adults and are treated in much the same way by pediatricians. Avoiding problem foods, having more soothing foods, and using peppermint oil can all be effective. DIVERTICULAR DISEASE Diverticuli are small pouches that form in the wall of the large intestine.

Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine See book keywords and concepts

Another compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, called indole-3-carbinol, has been shown to increase the excretion of a form of estrogen called 2-hydroxyestrone, which is linked to breast cancer. Clinical trials now in progress are testing indole-3-carbinol for treating some forms of cancer.9 Other Important Vegetables Both red and white radishes and beets support the liver and have anticancer properties. They are best raw, either grated in a salad or as a fresh juice with carrots.

However this works, cruciferous vegetables have proved to be terrific anticancer nutrients. Another component in broccoli, called sulforaphane, also appears to block tumor formation in animals and presumably in humans as well. Organically grown broccoli produces a much greater amount of sulforaphane than the commercially grown variety. Sulforaphane is a potent inducer of phase II cellular enzyme activity, which is known to deactivate cancer-causing agents through detoxification.

In addition to having special anticancer compounds called indoles and iso-thiocyanates, cruciferous vegetables are also high in vitamins A, C, and E; some contain anticancer minerals, and most are high in fiber. In experiments, indoles were added to the diets of mice before and during the administration of carcinogens (like those in cigarettes); the indoles stopped the growth of tumors developing in the stomach and lungs.

This susceptibility can be inhibited by a diet of sulfur-rich foods, such as broccoli, cauliflower, and other cruciferous vegetables along with foods rich in carotenoids and chlorophyll (most fruits and vegetables) and flavonoids, such as green tea, grapes, berries, plums, and tangerines. Spices and herbs in this family include garlic, turmeric, and ginger. 2. Promotion. During this stage, the transformed cells are prompted by certain nutrients or metabolites to divide and multiply. As a result, minute precancerous masses are formed, but they are not yet malignant.

The Super Anti-Oxidants: Why They Will Change the Face of Healthcare in the 21st Century James F. Balch, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Those factors were selenium, a low-fat diet, green tea, and phytochemicals from cruciferous vegetables like turnips, cabbage, radishes, and horseradish. Also, if one of the key factors in controlling the progress of AIDS is controlling overall oxidative stress, then adding the antioxidant activity of green tea consumption should relieve much of that burden, keeping the disease in check. Cancer and the Benefits of Green Tea Most of the current research into green tea has focused on its cancer-fighting ability.

The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

Eat more cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, kohlrabi, brussels sprouts and cauliflower. Increase the amounts of fruits and dark green leafy vegetables in your diet. Try out shiitake mushroom and some of the seaweeds. Avoid the use of foods preserved by salt-pickling, salt-curing, smoking, and nitrite-cured foods. Avoid charred, burned and, when possible, browned foods. Reduce intake of cooked, heated and reheated fats and oils. Restrict intake of coffee to no more than two to four cups a day—maximum.

The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Chinese, Western, and Ayurvedic Herbal Treatments Alan Keith Tillotson, Ph.D., A.H.G., D.Ay. See book keywords and concepts

Indoles are found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and turnips. "Dithiolthione" is an indole that assists in the cells' release and subsequent replacement of peroxidase, an important component in the body's detoxification processes. Therefore, vegetables containing indoles can help remove pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, and other chemicals from your body. Recent evidence indicates that, when eaten in sufficient quantities, these vegetables may play a key role in cancer prevention.

Intelligent Medicine: A Guide to Optimizing Health and Preventing Illness for the Baby-Boomer Generation Ronald L. Hoffman, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Some diet enthusiasts heroically stuff themselves with granola, fruit, salad, beans, nuts, and healthy cruciferous vegetables. As a result, flatulence has made major inroads among the health-conscious. (Products like Beano, found in health food stores and pharmacies, can help with this side effect.) Thus, emphasize fiber, but in moderation, each according to his or her capacity. Don't be a fiber fanatic. Keep It Fresh and Organic When selecting fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods like baby foods, insist on organic products.

The Herbal Drugstore Linda B. White, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Vegetables from the cruciferous family—broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, rutabagas, and turnips—may help the body make substances called indoles. And indoles may help protect women from the dangerous effects of excess estrogen, among them breast cancer. Plus they're all good sources of vitamins and fiber. If you eat them without cheese sauce, they're all low-fat. Here are more foods to seek out. þ Whole grains ? Garlic þ Sesame seeds ? Whole grain pastas þ Sunflower seeds ? Flaxseed oil þ Almonds ? Dates þ Fresh vegetables ?

Just aim for color: greens (leafy and cruciferous veggies), oranges (the fruit named for the color as well as sweet potatoes); yellows (squashes and bananas); reds (apples, cabbages, and beets); and purples (eggplants, peppers, asparagus, and beans). Some of the herbs in the lists below can also be eaten as leafy greens. Herbs High in Vitamin A þ Dandelion leaves þ Purslane leaves þ Turmeric Herbs High in Vitamin C þ Parsley þ Rose hips þ Turmeric Herbs and Foods High in Vitamin E þ Nuts and seeds þ Turmeric þ Whole grains to replace the damaged lens is the only treatment available.

The Food Bible Judith Wills See book keywords and concepts

Glucosinolates These phytochemicals, which were once thought to be toxic to humans and act as natural pesticides, are found mainly in cruciferous and green vegetables; among the best sources seem to be broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower. Broccoli is a particularly rich source of glucosinolates, which break down into a substance called sulforaphane that appears to have a strong anti-cancer effect by stimulating our natural defenses—so much so that food scientists are attempting genetically to inject it into other vegetables so that their benefit is spread wider.

The Complete Encyclopedia of Natural Healing: A Comprehensive A-Z Listing of Common and Chronic Illnesses and Their Proven Natural Treatments Gary Null, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Vegetables in the cruciferous family—kale, mustard greens, collards, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts— contain compounds called indoles that act as detoxifying agents. Indoles are believed to remove cancer-causing substances from the body. •Fiber...This isn't a food itself, but it's an important component of grains, fruits, and vegetables; it's actually the structural support of these plants, and we need it for its ability to facilitate the transit of foods through our system. Unfortunately, fiber is often lost when food is processed.

The consumption of broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and other cruciferous vegetables is also recommended to combat cancer. The daily addition of acidophilus and approximately an ounce of wheat fiber to the diet can further enhance the colon's ability to eliminate estrogen. An adequate amount of wheat fiber can be obtained by taking two tablespoons of raw wheat bran per day. Finally, evidence has shown that reishi, shiitake, and maitake mushrooms can serve as formidable opponents of cancer cells.

The Complete Book of Alternative Nutrition Selene Y. Craig, Jennifer Haigh, Sari Harrar and the Editors of PREVENTION Magazine Health Books See book keywords and concepts

Be sure to include cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and bok choy. Get plenty of citrus fruit and dark green, leafy vegetables as well. "No one food item can provide all of the essential nutrients," notes Dr. Clifford. "So you need a variety. Green, leafy vegetables are good sources of B vitamins and carotenoids. Yellow and orange vegetables are also good sources of carotenoids and other important compounds." Focus on fiber. One of the easiest—and most important—ways to keep yourself healthy is to eat foods that have an abundance of dietary fiber.

Here's how it works: Legumes like beans and peas—and cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower and cabbage—all contain hard-to-digest sugars that are converted into the gases carbon dioxide, hydrogen and methane by bacteria inside your intestines. Eat these foods regularly, and you have three choices—explode, float away or (the only real option) get rid of the gas. Beano gives you a fourth choice—break down those sugars before they hit your gut. And that's exactly what it does.

Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine See book keywords and concepts

Diets rich in cruciferous vegetables and soy protein can offer protection against genetically predisposed and lifestyle-induced cancers. There is no substitute for a healthy diet of nutrient-rich whole foods. Remember, nutritional supplements and herbs are not magic bullets and will not undo the harm done by a poor diet. When supported with wholesome organic foods, the body is capable of restoring its internal balance even if confronted with illness or stress. This is due to "organ reserve": The functional capacity of human organs is four to ten times that required to sustain life.

Cancer Therapy: The Independent Consumer's Guide To Non-Toxic Treatment & Prevention Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

And since estrogen can fuel the development of breast tumors, cruciferous vegetables might lower the risk of breast cancer. This may be one reason Asian women, who eat more cabbage, have so much less breast cancer than Western women. "This may be the link between diet and protection against breast cancer," according to Christopher Longcope, of the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Wooster (Science News, 6/16/90.). Brussels sprouts may also be used to help prevent, and even treat, breast cancer.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

Additional plant foods believed to decrease the risk include orange oil, onions, garlic, green tea, and cruciferous vegetables. Carotenoid and retinoid supplements have also been shown to prevent breast cancer, including beta carotene, apocarotenal, and canthaxanthion. "Foods that May Prevent Breast Cancer: Studies are Investigating Soybeans, Whole Wheat and Green Tea, Among Others," Primary Care and Cancer 14, no. 2 (February 1994): 10-11.

The Origin Diet: How Eating Like Our Stone Age Ancestors Will Maximize Your Health Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Cruciferous vegetables (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, etc.) Leaf lettuce Berries Melons Other colorful vegetables Other colorful fruits Other pale-colored vegetables and fruits (white potatoes, jicama, parsnips, radishes, iceberg lettuce, bananas, etc.) n 13i 14. Vegetable juice 15. Whole wheat bread, bagels, crackers, tortillas, etc. 16. Other whole grains (brown rice, oats, pasta, cornmeal, quinoa, barley, etc.) 17. Whole grain cereals (Shredded Wheat, Nutri-Grain, Grape-Nuts, etc.) 18. Nonfat or 1 percent low-fat milk 19.

The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

Evidence is mounting that the cruciferous vegetables, in particular, are good for you, especially in terms of protecting against cancer. This family of vegetables includes cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts and cauliflower. There's so much excitement over these vegetables these days that the American Cancer Society has been running full-page ads in magazines with pictures of broccoli and other foods under the headline: "A defense against cancer can be cooked up in your kitchen.

The Healing Foods: The Ultimate Authority on the Curative Power of Nutrition Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley See book keywords and concepts

Eat more "cruciferous" vegetables-brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, rutabagas, and turnips. • Eat foods high in vitamins A and C. • Reduce your exposure to anatoxins, which are naturally occurring molds that can grow on improperly stored nuts, grains, and seeds and are potent carcinogens. • If you drink alcohol at all, drink only in moderation (two or fewer drinks a day), especially if you smoke. • Whenever possible, bake, oven-broil or microwave meats instead of barbecuing or frying at high temperatures. This will reduce the formation of possibly harmful substances.

The committee made its comments after reviewing research that "suggests that certain vegetables, especially cruciferous [cabbage family] ones, have a possible protective effect against cancer at several sites." But at the time of its 1984 report, the committee felt that "the responsible constituent or constituents cannot be identified on the basis of present information." In other words, there's something good in vegetables like this one, but they aren't sure what that something is.

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Wattenberg proposes that eventually some of the cruciferous chemicals be extracted, synthesized, and possibly given to people at high risk of cancer such as those occupa-tionally exposed to cancer-causing chemicals. In the meantime, it is foolhardy to ignore the persuasive messages from the labs and academia: people who eat more vegetables of the type chock-full of known anticancer chemicals are less apt to have cancer.

Those with the largest, most abnormal adenomas—over five millimeters in diameter—for example, ate the least cruciferous vegetables, says chief investigator Dr. Geir Hoff of the Medical Department of the Telemark Sentralsjukehus in Skein, Norway. Cabbage, as are all of these vegetables of the cross, is taken seriously at the National Cancer Institute, notably to prevent primarily colon and possibly stomach cancer. An internal NCI analysis made in 1987 noted that fully six of seven major epidemiological studies similar to Dr.

Foods That Fight Pain: Revolutionary New Strategies for Maximum Pain Relief Neal Barnard, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

This is particularly true for cruciferous vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, cabbage), tomatoes, celery, spinach, peppers, and carrots. Cook your vegetables thoroughly, preferably by steaming or any other fat-free method. Some vegetables, such as spinach, work well pureed. If you have a juicer, try carrots, perhaps in combination with cucumbers or other vegetables. If onions or garlic give you problems, try onion or garlic powder. It may be that certain vegetables will give you problems no matter how well you cook them.

Manifesto for a New Medicine: Your Guide to Healing Partnerships and the Wise Use of Alternative Therapies James S. Gordon, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

I tell her that some foods, particularly soy products and the cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage, seem to be anticarcinogenic; and that vitamins E and C and beta carotene and selenium—the antioxidants—have in some studies been shown to be useful in preventing or slowing the growth of cancer. I suggest she discontinue eating sugar, caffeine, and red meat, decrease her intake of fat, and begin to exercise for at least forty minutes a day.

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