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Another very serious subject and not to be dealt with glibly, so I will not be making bold claims about a cure all.
It seems that cancerous cells are present in all of us but when our immune system fails to kill these cells they multiply rapidly.
Our immune systems needs a good diet to be able to function correctly and it is for this reason why scientists recommend 5 helpings of fresh fruit and veg a day:
- Poor levels of vitamin C have been linked with cancer of the oesophagus, larynx and the cervix.
- Cervical cancer has also been associated with low levels of folate and vit B6.
- Low levels of beta carotene are linked with cancer of the larynx, lung, stomach, large bowel and the bladder.
- Fibre is thought to be vital protection against cancer of the colon, rectum, prostate, uterus and breast.
Remember these from the home page?
- "Slash Prostate Cancer Risk 82% with Water Melon"
- "Nature's No.1 Cancer Protection" under a picture of some berries
- "Lower your risk of Breast
Cancer" under
a picture of a plateful of mushrooms (mmm)
Berries contain ellargic acid, gallic acid, flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acid and lignans all of which, are thought to fight against the development of cancer. I am not sure if we are talking about every type of berry or a combination of different berries here, most likely the latter. Phenolic compounds from Blueberries apparently limit cancer cells ability to multiply and can also kill them.
Certain mushrooms apparently suppress oestrogen production, especially in post menopausal women. I have read a claim that 60% of pre-menopausal women and 75 % of post menopausal women with breast cancer had excess oestrogen, which had triggered the cancer. The mushrooms contain a phytochemical called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). This inhibits the protein that makes oestrogen. If you know the name of the mushrooms containing the CLA please let me know. Since I first wrote this I have read up some more and looked at a few forums. It seems a number of mushrooms are quite useful for varying reasons, but I still cannot find a source to confirm which mushrooms contain CLA.
Selenium is a very important antioxidant. In some countries, such as the UK, levels of selenium in the soil are very poor. Therefore it would seem important to supplement the diet. Brazil nuts are a good natural source of the mineral.
- Pomegranates - research has shown the juice maybe able to prevent prostate cancer.
- Red grapefruit contains lycopene, as do tomatoes and sweet red peppers, which is a potent antioxidant. Grapefruit is also a good source of limonoids and vitamin C, both shown to have anticancer properties.
Colds, Coughs & Flu
Modern science has yet to come up with a cure for the common cold and I hate to disappoint you, but neither have I :-( However, I do have some tips for you:
The first step is to remove wheat and milk products from the diet (before you panic this is only a temporary measure). Why you ask? Because when you have a cold the body produces more mucus and you do not want to add to this by eating mucus producing foods. I know some of you will be sceptical, but what have you got to lose...just try it and see.
Also try adding garlic, onions, ginger, chillies, cloves and liquorice (not the sweets :-( but do not use liquorice if you have high blood pressure) to your diet, as they all act as decongestants.
The British Common Cold Research Unit discovered that zinc may help reduce the duration of a cold, but unfortunately not all over the counter products work. It's a case of see which one works for you.
I use FSC's zinc lozenges and they work for me. During the winter I take one a day, when I remember, usually in the evening. My reason for taking it then is that I will have come into contact with whatever bug is doing the rounds. The lozenge coats the lining of the throat and mouth and kills or at least controls the virus. It would seem sensible not to drink immediately after having sucked your lozenge. I find they are great for treating sore throats. One word of warning though. Most of the lozenges leave a chalky after taste for a short while. Apparently this indicates you either have or do not have a zinc deficiency, I can never remember which way round. Make sure you do not use too much zinc , because if you do it will affect the bodies chemical balance.
Andrographis is a highly recommended herbal remedy for coughs and colds. It reduces symptoms and the duration. Echinacea has not fared well in scientific studies, but some people swear by it and alternative medicine believes it strengthens the immune system. The following herbs you may have seen in my article about bronchitis, but they also have properties useful in fighting colds: coltsfoot, elderberry, elecampane, ephedra, eucalyptus, fenugreek, gingko, goldenseal, lobelia, mullein oil and reishi.
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