vendredi 18 octobre 2013

Foods Against Prostate Cancer

By Leslie Moore


As men grow older, the prostate gland enlarges which can cause many health issues such as benign enlargement, urinary tract infection and even cancer. More than 50 percent of men on their 60s have been experiencing different health problems because of prostate enlargement. Though there is no known cure to stop the prostate's size from growing, there are many kinds of foods that can be beneficial for men to keep them away from having prostate cancer.

Cancer-fighting Foods

A natural way to fight prostate cancer is by consuming foods that possess the antibodies against it. Fruits have antibody properties that help our immune system to do its job. Aside from its amazing characteristics and benefits on our diet, there are fruits that battles cancer. Some fruits such as tomatoes, watermelon and pink grapefruit are good examples. These foods contain lycopene, a good natural chemical component that battles cancer. It also serves as an antioxidant. Seeds and nuts keep the prostate gland from being inflamed.

Some vegetables also contain lycopene and they have the same effect against cancer. Examples of these vegetables are those with reddish colors such as sweet potatoes, turnips, artichokes, beets and carrots. On the other hand, green and leafy vegetables are a good source of sulforaphane that prevents inflammation of prostate. Kale, broccoli and cabbages are good sources of this chemical compound. Zinc can also protect a person from cancer and this can be found in vegetable oils and fishes. Legumes, pumpkins and soy also have some vitamins and minerals which are good for the prostate.

Benefits of Herbs and some Beverages

Different herbs have natural abilities that can possibly cure cancer or prevent someone from acquiring the illness. One of the most powerful is the spice turmeric. Known to be a good antioxidant, turmeric combats the prostate cancer cells and gives the patient a higher chance of recovery. Damiana and licorice root are herbs that are being recommended for prostate cancer patients because of its ability to improve glandular function and balance the hormones. Garlic capsules are also being prescribed to be taken three times a day to slow the cancer cell growth.

Some beverages and juices are also helping to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Studies have shown that drinking green tea everyday is effective against cancer. Other beverages that possess the same effects are buchu, Echinacea, goldenseal, Pau d'Arco, carnivore and suma. These should go in tea form and to be taken twice a day for better results. Pomegranate juice also has natural compounds that are proven to delay the growth of prostate cancer.




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