Hemp and alfalfa sprouts are known as 'super foods' because of their high nutritional value but it can be hard to know just how to add them to your diet. Karen Collins of the American Institute for Cancer Research tells us that hemp seeds and oil...
Many studies are finding a link between fighting cancer and eating nutritious foods. According to Cancerproject.org, the foods that help deter cancer growth are the same foods that help prevent cancer. A plant-based diet of vegetables, fruits,...
If you have cancer, you've probably heard that eating lots of vegetables can fight the disease and give your body the nutritional support it needs to withstand chemotherapy. One vegetable in particular---garlic---contains substances that are...
Agave nectar does not inherently help fight cancer. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, no individual food item does. However, a balanced, healthy diet high in vegetables and low in fat can help prevent cancer, particularly...
Participation in regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of certain cancers, including colon, breast, lung, kidney, endometrium and prostate. The American Cancer Society advises participating in at least 30 minutes of moderate to...
Beta glucan is a soluble fiber in oats that has been shown to be effective in helping to reduce cholesterol levels and may confer additional health benefits, including cancer prevention. Fiber is a material in food that cannot be readily digested...
Collard, mustard and turnip greens are vegetable royalty in the South---and for good reason. All three are in the cruciferous family of vegetables that the American Institute for Cancer Research reports might help defend against cancer. The three...
Colon cancer occurs when malignant cancer cells begin to grow and spread within the walls of the colon. Over time, these cells form a tumor. Treatment modalities include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. A healthy diet is essential during and...
It is a fact of life that humans are surrounded by cancer-causing agents. You might live in a polluted city, get exposed to secondhand smoke or excess sunlight, and consume char-broiled foods that contain cancer-causing nitrates. Avoiding these...
Roasted red pepper makes a nutritious addition to a meal. Although roasting or otherwise cooking a red pepper lowers the vitamin C content of the pepper, it makes the vitamin A in the pepper easier to absorb, according to the American Institute...
No certain foods have been proven to cause breast cancer. However, some foods have been identified that might increase the risk for breast cancer. These foods should be limited and instead, a healthy diet and lifestyle should be adopted to overall...
Onions and garlic are both part of the allium family of vegetables that contain substances to possibly benefit your health in many ways, reports the American Institute for Cancer Research. While onions and garlic cloves do give off strong odors,...
Bacon is a popular breakfast food. Compared with the another popular breakfast meat, sausage, it contains less fat and fewer calories, although it is still high in both. Choosing turkey bacon instead of pork bacon can lower the fat and calories,...
Sulforaphane -- found in cruciferous vegetables -- is one of a well-studied group of anti-cancer chemicals called isothiocyanates. Cruciferous vegetables are all members of the Cruciferae, or cabbage, family. Several studies link a diet high in...
Estrogen is a female sex hormone that is responsible for many developmental, as well as other, functions in the body. It is balanced by the hormone progesterone during menstrual periods. However, the University of Maryland Medical Center notes...
According to the American Dietetic Association, proper nutrition has been proven to be critical in preventing, managing and surviving cancer. The American Institute for Cancer Research agrees on this notion and adds that eating healthy also...
Freeze-dried foods are lightweight and easy to store in a handbag or backpack, making it convenient to eat healthy on the go. Freeze-drying involves removing 98 percent of the water and oxygen from foods to preserve them, according to the American...
According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 200,000 women developed breast cancer in 2010. Most women were diagnosed at the age of 61 with a median age of death of 68 years of age. Cancer of the breast affects all races, with greatest...
The American Institute for Cancer Research suggests eating quinoa as a whole grain substitute that is different from whole wheat, oats and brown rice but still contains important nutrients and the fiber necessary for good health. Studies show that...
A diagnosis of colon cancer can be life changing. Treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy, or a combination of therapy. Eating well during treatment may help regulate the bowel, preventing constipation and...
Hippocrates proclaimed, "Let food be your medicine." Midlife -- when our bodies begin to show signs of aging -- is an ideal time to embrace that sentiment. Start by focusing on your diet by choosing foods that are excellent sources of...
People have used garlic for thousands of years to try to prevent many different types of maladies, from the plagues that swept across Europe to the gangrene that soldiers could contract during wars, reports the University of Maryland Medical...
You don't want to be one of the 200,000 women who will develop breast cancer in 2011, according to the National Cancer Institute. What changes can you make to your diet to reduce this risk? Reports by the American Institute for Cancer Research and...
You're probably paying special attention to nutrition if you're trying to prevent---or cope with---cancer. Scientific research has yet to prove that any particular food cures cancer or prevents anyone from developing the disease. Research suggests...
Vanilla comes from the fruit of the Vanilla planifolia orchid, the only orchid of over 20,000 varieties that has edible components, according to Sharon and Ron Herbst, authors of "Food Lover's Companion." Vanilla flavoring adds a nutty sweetness...
Eating a healthy and balanced diet gives your body the tools it needs to fight off illnesses, including cancer. Changing your diet can prevent cancer from developing and also protect you from a recurrence if you are a cancer survivor. Some foods...
With their sweet taste and small size, ripe peaches dripping with juice epitomize summer. Cooking peaches is one way to concentrate peach flavors, whether you bake, broil, grill, poach or saute. Follow the lead of chef Tony Liu from August in New...
As the most common cancer in women worldwide, breast cancer developed in more than 200,000 women in 2010, according to the National Cancer Institute. Family history of breast cancer, hormone status, diet, urbanization and other environmental...
Mother was right -- eat your fruits and vegetables. Sadly, few Americans follow suit. A low-fat, plant-based diet may be the prescription for better health. Science continues to reveal the beneficial properties of this dietary approach.
