David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG
See book keywords and concepts |  Regular consumption of cruciferous vegetables (such as cabbage and broccoli) is associated with reduced rates of colon, lung, and other cancers in humans. This has led to the hypothesis that cancer may be a disease of maladaptation to diets that lack a rich variety of these compounds.99
ANTIVIRAL AGENTS
The term antiviral is used in many ways, depending on what endpoint criteria are used. In theory, an antiviral compound can work in one of several different manners. Some exert a direct virucidal effect, inhibiting viral replication in the infected host. |
Arthur C. Upton, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | These include isothiocyanates, found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower; tannins, found in Chinese green teas; and triterpenoids and isoflavones, found in licorice-root extract and cruciferous vegetables. To what extent these substances and vitamins confer anticancer benefits is under study; present data are very limited and insufficient to allow strong statements to be made about their protective effects.
These dietary compounds are thought to block the action of cancer-causing chemicals. |
Neal Barnard, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  But do not limit yourself to these because carotenoids and other vital nutrients are in green and yellow vegetables, too. The cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale, also deserve special mention. They stimulate your liver to make enzymes that eliminate damaging chemicals such as the hydrocarbons that are common in air pollution. cruciferous vegetables can begin your protection within just a day or two. |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
See book keywords and concepts |  Harvard University researchers found that eating five servings per day of fruits and vegetables (particularly cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, bok choy, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts) is associated with a 30 percent lower risk of ischemic strokes, the third largest cause of death in the United States. The lower incidence of cancer that exists in some countries, such as Japan, has been linked to a diet that consists mostly of vegetables, rice, and soy products. | | Researchers think that getting enough cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale, helps to raise glutathione levels in the body.
METHIONINE
Methionine is a sulfur-rich essential amino acid found in meat, dairy products, fish, eggs, beans, garlic, lentils, onions, yogurt, and seeds. It neutralizes hydroxyl radicals—dangerous free radicals that damage body tissues. | | Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables
• Chili peppers
• Citrus fruits
• Other mixed colors, including white and purple. Add to your diet foods such as cauliflower, celery, eggplant, kohlrabi, parsnips, rutabaga, and turnips.
For each of the vegetables and fruits mentioned above, one serving is equivalent to:
• One medium-sized fruit, such as an apple, pear, or orange.
• Vz cup raw, cooked, frozen, or canned fruit or vegetable.
• 1 cup raw, leafy greens, such as spinach, kale, or lettuce.
• % cup 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice.
• Vi cup cooked or canned beans or peas. | | Food sources include cereal grains, cruciferous vegetables, citrus fruits, and licorice root.
Class: Phenols/Phenolic Compounds/ Polyphenols/Polyphenolic Compounds
This class of phytochemicals blocks the enzymes that cause inflammation, protects against inflammatory reactions caused by solar radiation, lowers the risk of heart disease and stroke, helps to prevent cell mutation, inhibits tumor formation and growth, and inhibits the production of prostaglandin, which causes blood clotting. | | Food sources include cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables, garden sorrel, horseradish, kale, mustard greens, radishes, rutabagas, scallions, spinach, turnips, and watercress.
Sulfurophane protects against breast cancer, activates the liver to produce enzymes that bind to carcinogens and transport them out of cells, inhibits enzymes that contribute to cancer, and helps to rid the body of carcinogens contained in cigarette smoke. |
Ralph Golan, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Allhyl sulfides from garlic, onions, leeks, and chives; dithiolthiones from broccoli; and isothiocyanates from cabbage, cauliflower, kale, brussels sprouts, col-lards, and other cruciferous vegetables trigger the formulation of glutathione S-transferase, an important enzyme involved in protecting a cell's DNA (genetic material) from carcinogens. Isoflavones from soybeans and other legumes block estrogen stimulation of cells, which may reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Indoles from cruciferous vegetables also render estrogen less effective. |
Steven G. Pratt, M.D. and Kathy Matthews
See book keywords and concepts |  Some quick ways to get cruciferous vegetables on the table:
¦ Keep fresh or frozen broccoli on hand to use in stir-fries.
¦ Puree leftover broccoli with some sauteed onions and mix with low-fat milk or soymilk and add a grind or two of nutmeg for a great fast soup.
• Toss shredded raw broccoli with red cabbage and red onion, some homemade vinaigrette, and maybe some poppy seeds, for a quick slaw.
¦ I snack on leftover cooked broccoli just as it comes from the fridge; it's also good with some salad dressing and toasted sesame seeds. |
David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG
See book keywords and concepts | | These glucosinolates are believed to be responsible for the lowered risk of cancer associated with the consumption of cruciferous vegetables.15 They appear to be especially protective against breast and cervical cancer. One reason for this may be an ability to increase the breakdown of estrogens.16 Estradiol, for example, may have carcinogenic properties when its levels become high, while the other estrogens have noncarcinogenic or perhaps even anticarcinogenic properties. |
Patrick Holford
See book keywords and concepts |  Isothiocyanates (ITCs) and indoles: These are plentiful in cruciferous vegetables, which include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cress, horseradish, kale, kohlrabi, mustard, radishes, and turnips. One of the highest food sources is Broccolini, which is a cross between kale and broccoli. Strawberries and raspberries are another rich source.
Eating fruit or vegetables rich in ITCs is now linked to a lower incidence of cancer, particularly of the colon. | | In addition, eat plenty of cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts. These vegetables are rich in a family of nutrients called glucosinolates, which are particularly supportive of glutathione conjugation and glucuronidation. The final key factor in supporting the detoxification pathways is maintaining the right acid-alkaline balance in the body—that is, it should not be too acid. | | Broccolini is by far the richest source discovered, followed by broccoli and Brussels sprouts and other cruciferous vegetables. Glucosinolates have this profound anticancer effect by helping the liver detoxify.
In an ingenious study, volunteers were given Brussels sprouts that had their glucosinolates removed, versus regular Brussels sprouts. Those eating the regular Brussels sprouts had 30 percent more active liver enzyme function, showing just how powerful glucosinolates are for boosting your ability to detoxify. |
Bill Gottlieb
See book keywords and concepts |  All the cruciferous vegetables contain compounds called indoles, which help break down estrogen more efficiently so it doesn't build up in the system and depress or destroy testosterone," Dr. Shippen says. He recommends eating three or four servings of cruciferous vegetables a week.
He emphasizes that supplements are no substitute for the vegetables themselves, but if the thought of regular servings of those things curdles your tastebuds, take heart. There is an alternative: You can take an in-dole-containing supplement. Follow the dosage recommendations on the label. |
Gabriel Cousens, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable which is also high in vitamin C. The American Cancer Society's epidemiological studies indicate that diets high in cruciferous vegetables are associated with less cancer incidence.
The lactobacilli organisms found in fermented foods are very high in enzymes, which add to our overall enzyme bank when they are taken into the system. These organisms help with the digestion and conversion of starches and sugars in the vegetables to lactic and acetic acid in our colon. |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  If you were the kind of kid who was perfectly willing to forgo dessert as long as you didn't have to eat your veggies, and if even today you can't stomach the thought of broccoli, kale, and other cruciferous vegetables, you're in good company. About 25 percent of the population has an inherited aversion to the bitter taste of cruciferous vegetables. Researchers have dubbed these people "supertasters" because they are highly sensitive to certain flavors. |
the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing
See book keywords and concepts |  One way is to make sure broccoli is on your shopping list. This cruciferous vegetable is loaded with lutein and zeaxanthin, two carotenoids that may lower your risk of developing both these vision thieves. According to research, broccoli and spinach are the best foods for the job and the more you eat, the higher your protection.
Closes down prostate cancer. Tomatoes aren't the only food to protect your prostate. cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts can swing the odds in your favor. |
David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG
See book keywords and concepts | | Diet and estrogen status: the cruciferous connection. Journal of Medicinal Food 1998; 1:67-82.
17. Harborne JB, Baxter H. Phytochemical Dictionary:
A Handbook of Bioactive Compounds from Plants. London; Washington, DC: Taylor & Francis, 1993.
18. Ibid.
19. Evans WC. Trease & Evans' Pharmacognosy, 13th edition. London: Baillere Tindall, 1989.
20. Harborne JB, Baxter H. Phytochemical Dictionary:
A Handbook of Bioactive Compounds from Plants. London; Washington, DC: Taylor & Francis, 1993.
Suggested Reading
Bruneton J. Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry, Medicinal Plants. |
Neal Barnard, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Many related plants do the same thing. "Cruciferous plants—not just broccoli, but also cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, and others—are very rich in natural chemicals that increase the production of phase 2 enzymes."
Broccoli and the other cruciferous vegetables, so named for their cross-shaped flowers, are the sergeants that recruit new cops, give them their orders, and send them out onto the streets. |
Neal Barnard, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Bananas
3. cruciferous vegetables* 8. Citrus fruits 13. Potatoes
4. Corn 9. Eggs
5. Meat, poultry, or fish 10. 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. |
Earl L. Mindell, RPh, PhD with Virginia Hopkins, MA
See book keywords and concepts | | Eating large amounts of cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage and brussels sprouts, carbohydrates such as crackers, dates, and jellies, and foods high in pectin such as apples increases the effects of acetaminophen.
Aspirin and Similar Drugs (Salicylates)
Aspirin (Bayer, St. | | Foods high in vitamin K include dark, leafy green vegetables, lettuces, potatoes, fish and fish oils, fruits (especially citrus fruits), egg yolks, dairy products, the cruciferous family of vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and brussels sprouts. Onions and soy foods may increase the action of anticoagulants. If you eat lots of vegetables, don't stop because you're taking this drug! Have your physician adjust the drug levels accordingly.
Don't drink tonic water if you are taking an anticoagulant. |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | What are these supertasters missing? cruciferous vegetables are chock-full of several important cancer-fighting compounds, including indoles, natural free radical scavengers that can deactivate potential carcinogens. In addition, indoles can weaken potent estrogens which can promote the growth of estrogen sensitive breast tumors. cruciferous vegetables also contain another powerful anticancer compound, sulforaphane, which stimulates the body to produce cancer-fighting enzymes. |
Mark Hyman, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  For example, cruciferous vegetables (such as cauliflower and cabbage) contain the compounds known as sulfurophanes, isothio-cyanates, and indole-3-carbinol. All three can activate beneficial functions in the body, can improve detoxification by the liver, and can activate certain liver enzymes such as glutathione-S-transferase, which helps your body detoxify from pollution and toxic waste. They can also help neutralize cancerous compounds, support the liver's ability to process hormones, and reduce the carcinogenic estrogens produced by the liver. |
Bill Gottlieb
See book keywords and concepts |  You might also want to avoid cruciferous vegetables," he says. "Some babies won't drink milk from mothers who eat a lot of cruciferous vegetables."
Herbal Therapy
Fennel is a well-known folk remedy that can help first-time mothers increase their milk production, says San Francisco herbalist Jeanne Rose, author of Jeanne Rose's Modern Herbal and several other herb books. "We don't really know why it works—it may stimulate hormone production—but it does help get the milk flowing." She recommends starting each day by drinking a cup of fennel seed tea. |
Gary Null
See book keywords and concepts | | Dietary changes include limiting iodine to less than 150 meg per day, and replacing iodized salt with a good quality sea salt. Add cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage to your diet, along with almonds and peanuts, to help block iodine absorption. Avoid wheat, dairy products and meat containing hormones and antibiotics, saturated fats, sugar, and the sugar substitute aspartame. Add seaweeds and algaes to your diet. |
James A. Duke, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  All of the cruciferous vegetables gently and naturally suppress thyroid hormone production, but radishes do it best, according to medical anthropologist John Heinerman, Ph.D., author of Heinermans Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables and Herbs. cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, mustard greens, radishes, rutabagas and turnips. Radishes are used in Russia precisely for this purpose.
Hangover
I'm what I call an antisocial drinker. |
The Life Extension Editorial Staff
See book keywords and concepts |  The authors concluded that these data support a protective relationship between consumption of fruit and vegetables (particularly cruciferous and green leafy vegetables and citrus fruit and juice) and ischemic stroke risk (Joshipura et al. 1999; Suter 1999).
Resveratrol (3,4',5-trihydroxystilbene) is a phytoestrogen (plant-based estrogen) found in the skins of most grapes. Its neuroprotective effects are attributed to its antioxidant, vasodilating, and antiplatelet aggregating actions. An article in Life Sciences described a study of resveratrol and infarct size. |
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