Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Michael Greger M.D. · Last Updated on December 2, 2015
The health benefits that are believed to be associated with Omega-3 fatty acid intake include: decreased inflammation, help for arthritis, and reduced symptoms of depression. Omega-3 may even boost health and intelligence of unborn babies, though the mercury in fish significantly decreases IQ. While often a recommended source of omega-3, fish and fish-oil supplements may not be harmless due to the presence of dioxins, PCBs, mercury, and other industrial pollutants. These pollutants in fish may increase our risk of type-2 diabetes and cardiac death. Other animal products such as chicken are no longer a bountiful source of omega-3 due to genetic manipulation. Omega-3 enriched eggs can be a source, but eggs contain cholesterol and arachidonic acid. Two plant-based sources sources of omega-3 are flax seeds and algae-based DHA supplements, which are bioequivalent to fish oil but do not have the harmful industrial toxins.
Cancer
Michael Greger M.D. · Last Updated on June 17, 2016
Cancer is the #2 killer in the United States, and diet may be the #1 cause of cancer. The balance of evidence suggests that a whole food, plant-based diet may help prevent, treat, slow, and even reverse cancer progression. It’s never too late to start eating healthier, as cancer risk may drop after starting a plant-based diet at any age.
Some reasons why plant-based diets may be effective include lowering methionine intake, inhibiting angiogenesis, intercepting carcinogens, and increasing fiber and antioxidants. Populations eating diets centered on whole plant foods have lower rates of cancer. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables—at least 9 daily servings may boost detoxifying enzymes, lower inflammation, lower cholesterol, and make for healthier bowel movements, ridding the body of excess estrogen and cholesterol.
Specific foods that research studies have associated with anti-cancer properties include:
•Apples, especially their peel
•Beans, especially black beans
•Berries, especially cranberries
•Black pepper
•Broccoli
•Ceylon cinnamon
•Chili peppers
•Cocoa
•Coffee
•Dragon’s blood
•Flax seeds
•Garlic
•Green and herbal tea
•Greens
•Indian gooseberries
•Licorice (small amounts)
•Mushrooms, especially white button
•Nori seaweed
•Nuts, especially walnuts
•Red rice
•Sweet potatoes
•Tomatoes
•Turmeric
Other lifestyle habits that appear to help prevent cancer include an hour of exercise every day, 7-hours sleep every night, and reduced exposure to tanning beds, cell-phone radiation, CT scans, and dental x-rays. Meditation may also improve DNA health, preventing premature shortening of our telomeres.
Consumption of animal products appears to increase the risk of cancer. Research has shown an association between increased risk of cancer and the consumption of the following foods:
•Cooked meats
•Cows’ milk
•Eggs and cheese
•Farm-raised catfish
•Smoked fish
•Poultry
•Vapors from cooking meat
It may be the inflammatory Neu5Gc molecule found in meat that accounts for some of the increased cancer risk. Certain tumors thrive in an inflammatory setting. The insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) may also been linked to cancer. Heme iron found in the blood and muscle tissue of animal foods may also increase risk of cancer, as may the chemical pollutants in meat, which can lead to premature puberty, putting children at higher risk for cancer later in life.
After a cancer diagnosis, cutting down on saturated animal fat appears to improve cancer survival. A neutropenic diet (one devoid of fresh fruit and vegetables) may not help those undergoing chemotherapy, but oatmeal lotion may help with chemotherapy induced rashes.
Other exposures that appear to increase cancer risk include:
•Acrylamide in foods such as French fries
•Alcohol
•Ayurvedic supplements
•Betel nuts
•Caramel coloring
•Chlorhexidine found in some mouthwashes
•Fungal toxins sometimes found in apple juice
•Industrial chemical pollutants, including cadmium
•Kimchi
•Lutein supplements
•Marijuana
•Red dye No. 3
•Statin drugs
•Yerba mate
Cancer
Michael Greger M.D. · Last Updated on June 17, 2016
Cancer is the #2 killer in the United States, and diet may be the #1 cause of cancer. The balance of evidence suggests that a whole food, plant-based diet may help prevent, treat, slow, and even reverse cancer progression. It’s never too late to start eating healthier, as cancer risk may drop after starting a plant-based diet at any age.
Some reasons why plant-based diets may be effective include lowering methionine intake, inhibiting angiogenesis, intercepting carcinogens, and increasing fiber and antioxidants. Populations eating diets centered on whole plant foods have lower rates of cancer. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables—at least 9 daily servings may boost detoxifying enzymes, lower inflammation, lower cholesterol, and make for healthier bowel movements, ridding the body of excess estrogen and cholesterol.
Specific foods that research studies have associated with anti-cancer properties include:
•Apples, especially their peel
•Beans, especially black beans
•Berries, especially cranberries
•Black pepper
•Broccoli
•Ceylon cinnamon
•Chili peppers
•Cocoa
•Coffee
•Dragon’s blood
•Flax seeds
•Garlic
•Green and herbal tea
•Greens
•Indian gooseberries
•Licorice (small amounts)
•Mushrooms, especially white button
•Nori seaweed
•Nuts, especially walnuts
•Red rice
•Sweet potatoes
•Tomatoes
•Turmeric
Other lifestyle habits that appear to help prevent cancer include an hour of exercise every day, 7-hours sleep every night, and reduced exposure to tanning beds, cell-phone radiation, CT scans, and dental x-rays. Meditation may also improve DNA health, preventing premature shortening of our telomeres.
Consumption of animal products appears to increase the risk of cancer. Research has shown an association between increased risk of cancer and the consumption of the following foods:
•Cooked meats
•Cows’ milk
•Eggs and cheese
•Farm-raised catfish
•Smoked fish
•Poultry
•Vapors from cooking meat
It may be the inflammatory Neu5Gc molecule found in meat that accounts for some of the increased cancer risk. Certain tumors thrive in an inflammatory setting. The insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) may also been linked to cancer. Heme iron found in the blood and muscle tissue of animal foods may also increase risk of cancer, as may the chemical pollutants in meat, which can lead to premature puberty, putting children at higher risk for cancer later in life.
After a cancer diagnosis, cutting down on saturated animal fat appears to improve cancer survival. A neutropenic diet (one devoid of fresh fruit and vegetables) may not help those undergoing chemotherapy, but oatmeal lotion may help with chemotherapy induced rashes.
Other exposures that appear to increase cancer risk include:
•Acrylamide in foods such as French fries
•Alcohol
•Ayurvedic supplements
•Betel nuts
•Caramel coloring
•Chlorhexidine found in some mouthwashes
•Fungal toxins sometimes found in apple juice
•Industrial chemical pollutants, including cadmium
•Kimchi
•Lutein supplements
•Marijuana
•Red dye No. 3
•Statin drugs
•Yerba mate
I'm perplexed
Yerba mate has positive benefits to help fight cancer
Was there an error to the the page ?
And it has other positive benefits
Of potassium, manganese and magnesium
🤔
Yes it has caffeine too since its in the black tea family
I will have to check my package information again
I've been using it adding cinnamon
And nutrition bed my body detoxing
Rather rapidly
Back soon
Great information other wise
Just seen many benefits from Cancer patience
Cancer
Michael Greger M.D. · Last Updated on June 17, 2016
Cancer is the #2 killer in the United States, and diet may be the #1 cause of cancer. The balance of evidence suggests that a whole food, plant-based diet may help prevent, treat, slow, and even reverse cancer progression. It’s never too late to start eating healthier, as cancer risk may drop after starting a plant-based diet at any age.
Some reasons why plant-based diets may be effective include lowering methionine intake, inhibiting angiogenesis, intercepting carcinogens, and increasing fiber and antioxidants. Populations eating diets centered on whole plant foods have lower rates of cancer. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables—at least 9 daily servings may boost detoxifying enzymes, lower inflammation, lower cholesterol, and make for healthier bowel movements, ridding the body of excess estrogen and cholesterol.
Specific foods that research studies have associated with anti-cancer properties include:
•Apples, especially their peel
•Beans, especially black beans
•Berries, especially cranberries
•Black pepper
•Broccoli
•Ceylon cinnamon
•Chili peppers
•Cocoa
•Coffee
•Dragon’s blood
•Flax seeds
•Garlic
•Green and herbal tea
•Greens
•Indian gooseberries
•Licorice (small amounts)
•Mushrooms, especially white button
•Nori seaweed
•Nuts, especially walnuts
•Red rice
•Sweet potatoes
•Tomatoes
•Turmeric
Other lifestyle habits that appear to help prevent cancer include an hour of exercise every day, 7-hours sleep every night, and reduced exposure to tanning beds, cell-phone radiation, CT scans, and dental x-rays. Meditation may also improve DNA health, preventing premature shortening of our telomeres.
Consumption of animal products appears to increase the risk of cancer. Research has shown an association between increased risk of cancer and the consumption of the following foods:
•Cooked meats
•Cows’ milk
•Eggs and cheese
•Farm-raised catfish
•Smoked fish
•Poultry
•Vapors from cooking meat
It may be the inflammatory Neu5Gc molecule found in meat that accounts for some of the increased cancer risk. Certain tumors thrive in an inflammatory setting. The insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) may also been linked to cancer. Heme iron found in the blood and muscle tissue of animal foods may also increase risk of cancer, as may the chemical pollutants in meat, which can lead to premature puberty, putting children at higher risk for cancer later in life.
After a cancer diagnosis, cutting down on saturated animal fat appears to improve cancer survival. A neutropenic diet (one devoid of fresh fruit and vegetables) may not help those undergoing chemotherapy, but oatmeal lotion may help with chemotherapy induced rashes.
Other exposures that appear to increase cancer risk include:
•Acrylamide in foods such as French fries
•Alcohol
•Ayurvedic supplements
•Betel nuts
•Caramel coloring
•Chlorhexidine found in some mouthwashes
•Fungal toxins sometimes found in apple juice
•Industrial chemical pollutants, including cadmium
•Kimchi
•Lutein supplements
•Marijuana
•Red dye No. 3
•Statin drugs
•Yerba mate
Great information Clay. I have found that in this day and age with mega farms on the rise, that all foods that are mass produced for sale to the public have been treated with chemicals that can cause an increased risk in cancer. If you buy fresh fruits or veges from the grocery store, make sure to wash them well before eating or preparing them. This will was most of the chemicals off and reduce the risk of ingestion of harmful substances. If you can always grow your own.
Great point
Wash very well
Lucky in our area we have local farms that
Don't use pesticides
As well
As I've implemented a garden in our yard
Lucky with the cherry tree etc
There is a difference in the taste of the food
Thank you Lady RD
Great point
Wash very well
Lucky in our area we have local farms that
Don't use pesticides
As well
As I've implemented a garden in our yard
Lucky with the cherry tree etc
There is a difference in the taste of the food
Thank you Lady RD
That is an excellent way to go. Here in Oklahoma there are a lot of local growers that don't use her baci design or pestacides and if you are able to have a garden definitely do it. The labor pays off with a deliscious abundance of fresh tasting foods.
Thank you response Lady DM it's always a joy to hear from you.
Great point
Wash very well
Lucky in our area we have local farms that
Don't use pesticides
As well
As I've implemented a garden in our yard
Lucky with the cherry tree etc
There is a difference in the taste of the food
Thank you Lady RD
That is an excellent way to go. Here in Oklahoma there are a lot of local growers that don't use her baci design or pestacides and if you are able to have a garden definitely do it. The labor pays off with a deliscious abundance of fresh tasting foods.
Thank you response Lady DM it's always a joy to hear from you.
Always great to connect Lady RD
Love seeing you here and giving us your health expertise
Your warm months far exceed ours
Very lucky soil in our yard has always been
Incredible and yields a great garden.
Cherry trees in the city is incredible
Produce for humans and other living beings
I'm a vegetarian and taste is high priority for me
As well having learned to harvest the garden in ways
That I can enjoy it in the winter months
Thanks again
Look forward to more health interests
From you Lady RD
Great point
Wash very well
Lucky in our area we have local farms that
Don't use pesticides
As well
As I've implemented a garden in our yard
Lucky with the cherry tree etc
There is a difference in the taste of the food
Thank you Lady RD
That is an excellent way to go. Here in Oklahoma there are a lot of local growers that don't use her baci design or pestacides and if you are able to have a garden definitely do it. The labor pays off with a deliscious abundance of fresh tasting foods.
Thank you response Lady DM it's always a joy to hear from you.
Always great to connect Lady RD
Love seeing you here and giving us your health expertise
Your warm months far exceed ours
Very lucky soil in our yard has always been
Incredible and yields a great garden.
Cherry trees in the city is incredible
Produce for humans and other living beings
I'm a vegetarian and taste is high priority for me
As well having learned to harvest the garden in ways
That I can enjoy it in the winter months
Thanks again
Look forward to more health interests
From you Lady RD
Do you can some if your fresh grown foods? it is an excellent way of saving for the winters.
I have posted a few articles about high cholesterol and how to maintain it. I have been asked about recipes for low cholesterol diets. Well I have finally had time to find some. Here is a delicious recipe that I have tried and let me tell you, it is scrumptious! For all the chocolate lovers in the house. I have hope you enjoy!
https://youtu.be/la0BkFRSLI8Ingredients
Original recipe yields 36 servings
Amount per serving (36 total)
No Cholesterol Chocolate Chip
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 egg whites
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• Add all ingredients to list
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the canola oil, honey, sugar, egg whites, vanilla and water. Sift together the whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon, stir into the wet ingredients. Mix well, then fold in the chocolate chips.
3. Drop cookies by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Flatten with a fork dipped in flour. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven.
Hope you all enjoy and please let me know what you think. Thanks!
I have posted a few articles about high cholesterol and how to maintain it. I have been asked about recipes for low cholesterol diets. Well I have finally had time to find some. Here is a delicious recipe that I have tried and let me tell you, it is scrumptious! For all the chocolate lovers in the house. I have hope you enjoy!
https://youtu.be/la0BkFRSLI8
Ingredients
Original recipe yields 36 servings
Amount per serving (36 total)
No Cholesterol Chocolate Chip
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 egg whites
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• Add all ingredients to list
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the canola oil, honey, sugar, egg whites, vanilla and water. Sift together the whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon, stir into the wet ingredients. Mix well, then fold in the chocolate chips.
3. Drop cookies by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Flatten with a fork dipped in flour. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven.
Hope you all enjoy and please let me know what you think. Thanks!
this is awesome lady Red.
thanks for sharing and posting this.
Here is some information concerning hyper and hypo glycemia and the signs and symptoms to look out for.
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