Food Preventing Cancer: Beets
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Beets are protective against cancers of the skin, lung and colon.
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States today. While the link between diet and cancer remains somewhat elusive, there are specific dietary factors tied to a reduction in cancer development. Foods that are high in fiber, nutrient-dense and antioxidant-rich offer the most protection against cancer development. According to the American Cancer Society, foods that offer the most benefits include legumes, cruciferous and green leafy vegetables, whole fresh fruits (especially red and citrus fruits) and foods high in omega-3-fats.
Broccoli
Broccoli is an example of a cruciferous vegetable. Others within the same family include cabbage, onions, garlic and cauliflower. They are rich in phytonutrients, or disease-fighting plant compounds that directly inhibit the growth of cancer cells and the development of tumors.
2. Salmon
Fatty fish, such as salmon, is rich in vitamin D--which offers protection against the development of certain types of cancers, including colon cancer--and omega 3 fats. Omega 3 fats act as anti-tumor agents because they help prevent cancer cells from sticking together, forming solid tumors.
Oranges and Citrus Fruits
Citrus fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C protects the body's cells against free radical damage, which can cause damage to DNA (mutations) that increases the risk of cancer development, especially of the digestive system and colon.
Blueberries
The nutrients found in blueberries may help reduce the risk of developing colon and ovarian cancer. Phenolic compounds (another phytochemical found in blue/purple vegetables and fruits) inhibit the rapid growth of cancer cells and work to destroy cancer cells in the colon.
Spinach and Kale
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Beets are protective against cancers of the skin, lung and colon.
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States today. While the link between diet and cancer remains somewhat elusive, there are specific dietary factors tied to a reduction in cancer development. Foods that are high in fiber, nutrient-dense and antioxidant-rich offer the most protection against cancer development. According to the American Cancer Society, foods that offer the most benefits include legumes, cruciferous and green leafy vegetables, whole fresh fruits (especially red and citrus fruits) and foods high in omega-3-fats.
Broccoli
Broccoli is an example of a cruciferous vegetable. Others within the same family include cabbage, onions, garlic and cauliflower. They are rich in phytonutrients, or disease-fighting plant compounds that directly inhibit the growth of cancer cells and the development of tumors.
2. Salmon
Fatty fish, such as salmon, is rich in vitamin D--which offers protection against the development of certain types of cancers, including colon cancer--and omega 3 fats. Omega 3 fats act as anti-tumor agents because they help prevent cancer cells from sticking together, forming solid tumors.
Oranges and Citrus Fruits
Citrus fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C protects the body's cells against free radical damage, which can cause damage to DNA (mutations) that increases the risk of cancer development, especially of the digestive system and colon.
Blueberries
The nutrients found in blueberries may help reduce the risk of developing colon and ovarian cancer. Phenolic compounds (another phytochemical found in blue/purple vegetables and fruits) inhibit the rapid growth of cancer cells and work to destroy cancer cells in the colon.
Spinach and Kale
Dark,