Fruits Health Benefits to Fight Prostate Cancer
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Fruits Health BenefitsApples Apricots Bananas Blackberries Anthocyanins are
the color of blue or purple. Blueberries, blackberries, elderberries, purple
grapes and black currants are rich sources of anthocyanins. Prunes, eggplant,
raisins and plums are among the foods highest in phenolics. Both of
these phytochemicals are antioxidants that help reduce the risk of cancer, heart
disease and Alzheimer's disease, and may even help slow some of the effects of
aging, according to the NCI. Blueberries Anthocyanins are
the color of blue or purple. Blueberries, blackberries, elderberries, purple
grapes and black currants are rich sources of anthocyanins. Prunes, eggplant,
raisins and plums are among the foods highest in phenolics. Both of
these phytochemicals are antioxidants that help reduce the risk of cancer, heart
disease and Alzheimer's disease, and may even help slow some of the effects of
aging, according to the NCI. Cherries Citrus Fruits Current: black, red,
and white Dates Figs Gooseberries Grapes Mango Melons Nectarines Papaya Peaches Pears Pineapples Plums Quince Raspberries Strawberries Caffeic acid and ferulic acid found in apples, asparagus, cabbage, grains, spinach, and tomatoes. Possible benefits: Sources of Cancer-Fighting Agents. Ferulic Acid - Anti tumor - promoter, anti inflammatory, anti-viral, and arteriodilator. Carotenoids found in sweet potatoes, tomatoes and watermelons. Possible benefits: A family of antioxidants that are also pigments in plants, giving foods such as tomatoes, watermelon and sweet potatoes their bright colors. Although more than 600 have been identified, only a handful are found in measurable quantities in the human body: alpha carotene, beta carotene, lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin. But around a dozen may be important. Carotenoids appear to play an anticancer role and enhance immunity. Lycopene is increasingly gaining ground as the most powerful antioxidant in the carotenoid family, particularly in relation to prostate and breast cancer. Two carotenoids found in the eye, lutein and zeaxanthin, are believed to protect against the leading cause of blindness in people over 65. Carotenoids also may play a role in heart health: In LDL oxidation, antioxidants are consumed in a sequence that begins with vitamin E; lycopene is next, followed by beta carotene. Although carotenoids appear to be heat resistant, sunlight breaks them down in the presence of oxygen, so don't cut up vegetables and leave them out on the counter for a long time before using them. Cooking foods lightly makes their carotenoids more readily available. Catechin found in apples, berries, black and green tea, chocolate, grapes, and wine. Possible benefits: include increased immune function; decreased cholesterol production. Studies suggest that a particular catechin found in green tea, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), may be good for the prostate by suppressing growth of tumors as well as inhibiting enzymes that are involved in the spread of cancer cells. Coumarins found in citrus fruits. Possible benefits: A class of widely occurring phenolic compounds, especially abundant in citrus fruits, that may help the enzymes that fend off cancer. Coumestans found in clover and alfalfa sprouts. Possible benefits: Coumesterol found in soy products. Possible benefits: Cryptoxanthin found in orange fruits, especially mango, oranges, papayas and tangerines. Possible benefits: A carotenoid that's been associated with a decreased risk of cervical cancer. Cynarin found in Artichokes. The highest concentrations in the leaves. Possible benefits: Lower Cholesterol levels. It also possesses a choleretic (bile stimulating) effect which is very important in adequate transport to the gallbladder decreasing liver damage. Daidzein found in soy products (with isoflavones). Possible benefits: preliminary studies show that daidzein may help to maintain muscle mass. Dithiolthiones found in cruciferous vegetables. Possible benefits: Ellagic Acid
found in blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, cranberries, currants, grapes, pecans, red raspberries,
seeds, strawberries and wine. Ellagic acid triggers apoptosis in prostate cancer cells. This is “self-destruction”. Unpublished research at the Hollings Cancer Center shows that one cup of raspberries per week will stop prostate cancer growth for a period of up to one week. Their studies reveal that Ellagic acid from red raspberries is readily absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract. Ellagic acid retains its potency after heating, freezing and concentration processing. So whether consumed fresh, in juices, fruit spreads, preserves or sorbets, red raspberry has been recommended as a beneficial part of any healthy diet. Ellagic acids do more than prevent cancer. Berries may also help prevent heart attacks because they contain a natural form of aspirin called salicylates. British researchers analyzed the blood of subjects who were not taking any form of aspirin or drugs containing salicylates. They found salicylic acid and two related compounds present in blood, presumably from dietary sources, including raspberries and blackberries. Geraniol Lemon and orange oils contain limonene and geraniol. Possible benefits: The components are shown to inhibit tumor growth. Because these oils are contained only in the peels of the fruit, researchers are looking at ways to include rinds in filtered juices. However, modified forms of citrus pectin, found in fruit pulp, have been found in one study to inhibit the spread of prostate tumors in mice. Much more study is needed before the benefit of lemon and orange oils is proven in human cases. Gingerols found in ginger. Possible benefits: inhibits prostate cancer cell growth formation of thrmboxane ( the cause to consume aspirin). Ginger contains a dozen phenolic compounds, known as gingerols and diarylhaptanoids, that have an antioxidant activity that is even greater than alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E). The compounds responsible for the flavors of many common herbs and seasonings are terpenoids. The terpenoids in herbs are reported to be useful cancer chemopreventive agents Has also been shown to have potent cancer fighting potential in lab tests and effectively inhibits platelet aggregation. Fresh ginger contains a pungent substance called gingerol; when ginger is dried and stored, another substance, zingerone, is formed. Both substances are believed to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and, therefore, may be cancer-protective. A traditional remedy for colds, ginger contains the antioxidants gingerol, shagaol, and zingerone. Zingerone reacts with free radicals that can cause tissue damage and inflammation. Studies by researchers at Case Western University show that a topically applied extract containing zingerone may help prevent some skin cancers. In capsule form, ginger can replace anti-inflammatory drugs. Garlic increases protection from stomach cancer by increasing the production of Glutathione-S-transferase. Lecithins
found in soybeans, egg yolks, liver, wheat germ, and peanuts. Lignans found in berries, cereal bran, flaxseeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, whole grain cereals, and fibrous vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, spinach, squash, whole legumes (including soy), and high fiber foods (especially seeds). Possible Benefits: by exerting a mild phytoestrogenic effect upon hormone metabolism, lignans may be helpful in combating the onset of hormone dependent prostate cancer. Benefits include: reduced risk of colon cancer; reduced blood glucose and cholesterol. Limonene: Lemon and orange oils contain limonene and geraniol. Also found in cumin. Limonene is derived from the essential oils of citrus fruits, mints, caraway, dill, lemongrass, and other plants. Possible benefits: components
of lemon and orange oils have been shown to inhibit tumor
growth. Because these oils are contained only in the peels of the fruit,
researchers are looking at ways to include rinds in filtered juices. However,
modified forms of citrus pectin, found in fruit pulp, have been found in one
study to inhibit the spread of prostate tumors in mice. Much more study is
needed before the benefit of lemon and orange oils is proven in human cases. Limonene a monoterpene, which shows so much promise for cancer treatment, is the same substance that gives lemon scent to furniture polish and grease-cutting power to detergent. (One scientist once described how it dissolved a researcher's plastic pipette.) It is found in citrus oils, as well as garlic and the oils of other plants; it is used in Japan to dissolve gallstones. Limonene and its chemical cousin, perillyl alcohol, show powerful anticancer effects in animals. In rats, limonene caused the complete regression of mammary tumors. Human studies are underway with cancer patients. In the animal studies, limonene not only deterred new tumor formation, but caused the deterioration of existing tumors as well. Lycopene carotenoid
found in apricots, grapefruit, guava, pink grapefruit, red peppers, tomatoes (cooked),
tomato products, and watermelons. is a powerful antioxidant that has shown remarkable fighting power against
degenerative diseases. Magnesium: found in almonds, beans, peas, seafood, spinach, and sunflower seeds. Possible benefits: helps to maintain energy production and muscle activity. Manganese: found in egg yolks, leafy greens, legumes, nuts, pineapples, pumpkinseeds, and whole grains. Possible Benefits: some studies have shown low levels of manganese in men who are impotent. Monoterpenes found in the essential oils of citrus fruits, cherries, spearmint and dill. Possible benefits: A broad category of compounds that may prevent, slow and/or reverse the progression of some cancers as well as affect blood clotting and cholesterol. The two most notable are limonene and perillyl alcohol. Monterpene Limonene
is an antioxidant found in citrus peel and membrane, mint, caraway, thyme,
coriander, lemon grass oil. Oenin found in Black grapes and red wine. Helps prevent cancer and anti inflammatory. Para-Coumaric Acid found in asparagus, cabbage, spinach, tomatoes, and white grapes. Possible benefits: Helps prevent cancer and tumors. Phenolic Possible benefits: phenolic compound based on the coumarin heterocyclic nucleus, para-coumaric acid inhibits the development of stomach cancer by stopping the formation of nasty nitrosamines. Parsley (leaf, root). Possible Benefit: used traditionally for diseases of the prostate. Perillyl Alcohol found in citrus oil. Possible
benefits: The
limonene cousin that has been shown in animal studies to shrink tumors in
animals, including stubborn pancreatic tumors. Found in citrus oils, this
monterpene is being tested on humans. The intervention trials are using amounts
far greater than what is ordinarily consumed from fruits and vegetables. Phenolic Acid
found in cruciferous vegetable, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, celery, parsley,
soy, flaxseed, citrus, whole grains, cherries, berries. Possible benefits: An antioxidant comparison of some of the most common fruits found that the little red berry -- in its pure form -- contained the highest quantity of disease-fighting phenols, a type of antioxidant that is thought to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, stroke and heart disease. The study is the most comprehensive to date of the quantity and quality of antioxidants in fruits, according to chemist Joe Vinson, of the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. The study was reported in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Phytic acid found in wheat bran. Phytoestrogens found
in some types of berries, flax seed, soy products, and whole grains.. Polyphenols and Flavonoids are found in broccoli, apples, cherries, celery, onions, eggplant, tomatoes, and parsley. Possible benefits: Help suppress tumor growth and prevent blood clots. They are also antioxidants. Resveratrol: found in peanuts, red grape juice, red grapes, and red wine. Possible Benefits: preliminary research suggests that resveratrol may inhibit the cancer causing activities associated with androgen receptors. Resveratrol may reduce androgen-stimulated cell growth and gene expression associated with prostate cancer. Selenium found in brazil nuts, grains, poultry, pumpkin seeds, and seafood. Possible benefits: may protect against benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) as well as heart disease; may prevent oxidative damage to lipids, vitamins, hormones, and enzymes involved in normal prostate functioning; preliminary studies have shown that pumpkin seeds (high in selenium) may reduce hormonal damage to prostate cells, thus possibly reducing the risk of developing prostate cancer. The linolenic acid in pumpkinseeds may help to prevent hardening of the arteries, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis. Scientists believe that the phytosterol content of pumpkin seeds improves urine flow among men with enlarged prostate glands. Selenium is also believed to be good for sperm motility and mobility; nearly 50% of the selenium in a man is in the testes and seminal ducts; men lose selenium in their semen. Silymarin found in artichokes. Possible benefits: may protect against prostate cancer because studies suggest silymarin may inhibit tumor formation. Quercetin found in apple skins, berries, brassica vegetables (bok choy, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cereals, cherries, and cauliflower, kale), grape juice, kohlrabi, oregano, pears, peppers, red and yellow onions, tea, tomatoes leaves, and wine. Possible benefits: may be the strongest of natures anti-inflammatories. Numerous studies have shown it effective in treating a wide range of prostate related problems. Quercetin is the major flavonol in the Western diet. Quercetin possesses both anticarcinogenic activity and the ability to inhibit LDL oxidation. Other possible benefits: antioxidant; decreased Platelet aggregation. Oregano contains quercetin, which has strong antioxidant properties and may be especially protective against breast, ovarian and endometrial cancers. A recent U.S. Department of Agriculture study shows that oregano offers the most antioxidant activity of all herbs examined: 42 times more antioxidant activity than apples, 30 times more than potatoes and 12 times more than oranges. Resveratrol found in red wine and in the skin of grapes, this antioxidant has demonstrated anti-tumor activity in cell culture (62). Possible benefits: Enhance the immune system and accelerate wound healing.
Tangeritin
is found in citrus fruits and their juices. Taxifolin found in citrus fruit. Possible benefits: Helps prevent cancer. VITAMIN A found in apricots, dairy products, egg yolks, fish oil, green and yellow vegetables, (carrots and greens), and pumpkin. Possible benefits: Beta Carotene helps reduce incidence of cancer (mouth, cervix, bladder, rectum, pharynx, esophagus, colon and stomach) help reduce incidence of blindness in children, help wounds healing and anti-aging. Vitamin B6 found in bananas, breads, corn, eggs, lean meat, nuts, peanuts, potatoes, seeds, wheat germ, whole grain cereals. Possible benefits: helps to metabolize protein and essential fatty acids, important for the maintenance of almost all of the body's functions; recent surveys show that men in the U.S. do not get proper amounts of vitamin B6. Vitamin C found in broccoli, cabbage, citrus fruits (grapefruit, lemons, oranges), cranberries, leafy green vegetables (kale, spinach), melons, peppers, potatoes, strawberries, and tomatoes. Possible benefits: may lower blood pressure according to clinical studies; because of its antioxidant and immune-boosting properties, vitamin C may be useful for prostate cancer and prostate problems. Vitamin C is the most effective water-soluble antioxidant, especially abundant in citrus fruits. Dr. Balz Frei, director of the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, calls it the "first line of antioxidant defense in human plasma." It works in concert with vitamin E to help slow LDL oxidation, as well as protecting against some cancers. It also protects parts of the eye against oxidative damage from ultraviolet light and may prevent cataracts.
Vitamin E found in avocados, cereals, eggs, green leafy vegetables, legumes, molasses, nuts, oils, olive oil, seeds, vegetables, and whole grain breads. Possible benefits: recent surveys show that men in the U.S. do not get proper amounts of vitamin E; vitamin E may also protect against prostate cancer. It also shows anticancer promise. Helps prevent the free-radical oxidation of cholesterol, help protect against Alzheimer's disease, prevent free radical assault on cell walls and thus help fight cancer. Zinc found in lean red meat, legumes, oysters, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and whole grain foods. Possible benefits: helps to maintain semen volume and adequate levels of testosterone; helps to maintain sex drive and keeps sperm healthy, good for the libido; the prostate gland contains the highest concentration of zinc in the body; foods high in zinc may relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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