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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States ( 1).

Researchers estimate that 595,690 Americans will die from cancer in 2016. That means about 1,600 deaths per day, on average ( 1).

Cancer is most commonly treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

Many different diet strategies have been studied, but none have been particularly effective.

Interestingly, there is some early research suggesting that a very low-carb ketogenic diet may help ( 2, 3, 4).

Important note: You should never, ever delay or avoid conventional medical treatment of cancer in favor of an alternative treatment like the ketogenic diet. You should discuss all treatment options with your doctor.

The ketogenic diet is a very low-carb, high-fat diet that shares many similarities with Atkins and other low-carb diets.

It involves drastically reducing your intake of carbs and replacing them with fat. This change leads to the metabolic state called ketosis.

After several days, fat becomes your body's primary energy source.

This causes a significant increase in the levels of compounds called ketones in your blood ( 5).

In general, a ketogenic diet used for weight loss is about 60-75% of calories as fat, with 15-30% of calories from protein and 5-10% of calories from carbs.

However, when a ketogenic diet is being used therapeutically to treat cancer, the fat content may be significantly higher (up to 90% of calories) and the protein content lower ( 6).

Bottom Line: The ketogenic diet is a very low-carb, high-fat diet. For cancer treatment, fat intake may be as high as 90% of total calorie intake.

Many cancer therapies are designed to target the biological differences between cancer cells and normal cells.

Nearly all cancer cells share one common trait: they feed off carbs or blood sugar in order to grow and multiply ( 2, 3, 7).

When you eat a ketogenic diet, some of the standard metabolic processes are altered and your blood sugar levels go way down ( 2, 3).

Basically, this is claimed to "starve" the cancer cells of fuel.

As in all living cells, the long-term effect of this "starvation" may be that the cancer cells will grow more slowly, decrease in size or possibly even die.

It seems possible that a ketogenic diet could help reduce the progression of cancer because it causes a rapid decrease in blood sugar levels ( 2, 3, 4).

Bottom Line: A ketogenic diet can lower blood sugar levels. This may help reduce tumor growth and even starve cancer cells of energy.

There are several other mechanisms that may explain how a ketogenic diet can aid in cancer treatment.

Firstly, eliminating carbs can quickly lower calorie intake, reducing the energy available to the cells in your body.

In turn, this may slow down tumor growth and the cancer's progression.

In addition, ketogenic diets can provide other benefits:

Lowered Insulin

Insulin is an anabolic hormone. That means when it's present, it makes cells grow, including cancerous ones. Therefore lower insulin may slow tumor growth ( 8, 9).

Increased Ketones

Cancer cells cannot use ketones as fuel. Research shows that ketones may reduce tumor size and growth ( 10).

Bottom Line: Beyond lowering blood sugar, the ketogenic diets may also help treat cancer via other mechanisms. These include lowering calories, reducing insulin and increasing ketones.

Researchers have studied the ketogenic diet as an alternative cancer therapy for more than 50 years.

Until recently, most of these studies were done in animals.

A large number of these animal studies have shown a ketogenic diet can reduce tumor growth and improve survival rates ( 11, 12, 13, 14).

One 22-day study in mice looked at the differences between the cancer-fighting effects of ketogenic and other diets ( 11).

Strikingly, the researchers found that 60% of mice on a ketogenic diet survived. This increased to 100% in mice that got a ketone supplement in addition to the ketogenic diet. None survived on a regular diet ( 11).

Another study in mice tested a ketogenic diet with or without oxygen therapy. The photo speaks for itself ( 12):

Compared to a standard diet, a ketogenic diet increased survival time by 56%. This number increased to 78% when combined with oxygen therapy ( 12).

Bottom Line: In animals, the ketogenic diet seems to be a promising alternative treatment for cancer.

Despite the promising evidence in animals, research in humans is only just emerging.

At present, the limited research does seem to show that a ketogenic diet may reduce tumor size and rate of progression in certain cancers.

Brain Cancer

One of the few documented case studies was performed on a 65-year-old woman with brain cancer.

Following surgery, she received a ketogenic diet. During this time, the tumor's progression slowed.

However, 10 weeks after returning to a normal diet, she experienced a significant increase in tumor growth ( 15).

Similar case reports examined the reactions to a ketogenic diet in two girls who were undergoing treatment for advanced brain cancer ( 16).

Researchers found that glucose uptake was decreased in the tumors of both patients.

One of the girls reported improved quality of life and remained on the diet for 12 months. During that time her disease showed no further progression ( 16).

Quality of Life

One quality-of-life study investigated the effects of a ketogenic diet in 16 patients with advanced cancer.

Several people dropped out of the study because they did not enjoy the diet or due to personal reasons, and two patients died early.

Out of the 16, five remained on the ketogenic diet for the entire 3-month study period. They reported improved emotional well-being and reduced insomnia, without any negative side effects caused by the diet ( 17).

Although the ketogenic diet showed benefits for quality of life, the relatively low compliance rate indicates that it may be hard to get people to stick to the diet.

Other Cancers

One study monitored tumor growth in response to a high-carb versus a ketogenic diet in 27 patients with cancer of the digestive tract.

Tumor growth increased by 32.2% in patients who received the high-carb diet but actually decreased by 24.3% in the patients on the ketogenic diet. However, the difference was not statistically significant ( 18).

In another study, three out of five patients on a ketogenic diet combined with radiation or chemotherapy experienced complete remission. Interestingly, the other two participants found the disease progressed after they stopped the ketogenic diet ( 19).

Bottom Line: A few small studies and case reports in humans suggest that a ketogenic diet may help slow the progression of cancer. However, a lot more research is needed.

There are also some mechanisms that suggest a ketogenic diet may help prevent the development of cancer in the first place.

Primarily, it may reduce several of the main risk factors for cancer.

A Ketogenic Diet May Decrease IGF-1 Levels

Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone that is important for cell development. It also reduces programmed cell death.

This hormone may play a role in the development and progression of cancer ( 20).

The ketogenic diet is thought to reduce IGF-1 levels, thereby decreasing the direct effects insulin has on cell growth. This may reduce tumor growth and cancer risk over the long term ( 21, 22).

It Can Help Lower Blood Sugar Levels and Risk of Diabetes

Other evidence suggests that people with elevated blood sugar levels and diabetes have an increased risk of developing cancer ( 23).

Research shows that a ketogenic diet can be very effective at lowering blood sugar levels and managing diabetes ( 24).

It May Decrease Obesity

Obesity is also a risk factor for cancer ( 25).

Since a ketogenic diet is a powerful weight loss tool, it may also help reduce the risk of cancer by fighting obesity ( 26).

Bottom Line: The ketogenic diet reduces IGF-1 levels, blood sugar levels, diabetes and obesity. These factors may lead to a reduced risk of developing cancer in the first place.

A ketogenic diet provides many benefits for health.

According to animal studies and some early research in humans, it may also help treat or prevent cancer.

However, it is important to keep in mind that the current research is still weak.

You should never, ever avoid conventional cancer treatment in favor of an alternative treatment like the ketogenic diet.

Your best bet is still to follow the advice of your doctor and oncologist. Mainstream medical treatments are very effective at treating many common types of cancer.

That being said, perhaps a ketogenic diet could be a good choice as an "adjuvant therapy" - meaning that it is used in addition to the conventional treatments.

Most importantly, the ketogenic diet seems to produce no significant side effects when combined with conventional cancer treatments.

Therefore, there is probably nothing to lose by trying it if you are interested. Just make sure to consult with your doctor first.
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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States ( 1). Researchers estimate that 595,690 Americans will die from cancer in 2016. That means about 1,600 deaths per day, on average ( 1). Cancer is most commonly treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

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The use of turmeric can be dated back as far as 3,000 BC, and is one of the most important anti-cancer nutrients studied today.

Turmeric root can be purchased fresh in its root form (sometimes hard to find), or dried and powdered. In its dried form it is popular in Asian dishes, especially those of India, and is one of the key ingredients used in making curry powder.

Curcumin is the yellow pigment extracted from turmeric and is one of three known curcuminoids in turmeric. Curcumin has demonstrated incredible anti-cancer benefits. In countries where people eat turmeric daily at about 100 to 200 mg (roughly 1-2 teaspoons) over long periods of time, research has shown there to be lower rates of certain types of cancer.

As far as research into turmeric and cancer, over 2,000 published studies have shown curcumin combats cancers of the breast, prostate, liver, colon, lung, pancreas and more. Many of these studies have shown curcumin actually stops cancer cells from dividing. Curcumin has also been shown to trigger apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which is the body's natural and necessary way of ridding itself from damaged cells.

Unlike chemotherapy drugs or the breast cancer drug Tamoxifen (which by the way has been classified by the World Health Organization and the U.S. National Institutes of Health as a known human carcinogen with over 20 side-effects), curcumin has the ability to kill cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed.

A 2007 U.S. study using curcumin along with chemotherapy to treat bowel cancer showed that adding curcumin to the diet killed more cancer cells than chemotherapy alone. In another study, curcumin helped stop the spread of breast cancer in laboratory animals. Curcumin in some form is currently being tested in no less than 16 clinical trials on cancer, including prostate, breast, colon and osteosarcoma.

Despite the fact that curcumin has been extensively researched for decades and has demonstrated clear anti-cancer power in clinical trials, it is still not widely prescribed in cancer therapy as there is little financial incentive to do so. Drug companies cannot patent natural substances, and without a patent there is no profit. The good news is that you are still able to receive many of the benefits of curcumin by using the spice turmeric liberally in your cooking and/or through supplements.

Increasing the Bioavailability of Curcumin

One challenge with getting enough curcumin into your diet is that it is not highly bioavailable. In other words, the human body doesn't absorb much curcumin when it's ingested alone. Curcumin is also not soluble in water, only in fat. Therefore, it's best to combine turmeric with a healthy oil such as extra virgin olive or coconut oil whenever possible in recipes. (Note: never use vegetable oils such as corn, soy, canola, sunflower, etc. as these are pro-inflammatory oils, contribute to cancer, and are often rancid and genetically modified.)
When combined with other powerful nutrients such as fish oil, olive or coconut oil, and/or black pepper, curcumin's anti-cancer effects are further amplified as it becomes more readily available to the body.
According to Dr. Michael Greger, MD, piperine (the phytochemical in black pepper that gives it its pungent flavor), increases the absorption of curcumin by as much as 2,000%. Apparently, even a little pinch of black pepper (as little as 1/20th of a teaspoon) can have positive and significant absorptive effects on the body. Dr. Greger also noted that eating the whole fresh turmeric root is best and mixing a natural oil with it can enhance curcumin's delivery as much as seven to eight times.

Ways to Incorporate More Turmeric (and Curcumin) into Your Diet

Turmeric root has a light flavor and can be grated or chopped and added to recipes. Turmeric powder can be used on eggs, added to soups and sauces, or rubbed on vegetables or chicken. Chicken Curry is a flavorful dish that includes plenty of this bright yellow spice. Adding turmeric to vegetables and then roasting them adds both color and flavor. Coat veggies in olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, and add turmeric, ginger, and cumin for a tasty dish. This same recipe also works great as a marinade for grilled vegetables.

Be aware that turmeric contains a very strong color that can easily stain your hands, clothes, and countertops. However, it's this intense pigment that also makes it great for adding color to plain white rice or cauliflower by sprinkling some turmeric powder on top. (Again, combine with a bit of healthy oil and a liberal sprinkle of black pepper for added benefit.)

To make a healing tea, you can finely slice or grate fresh turmeric root. Add along with some grated or sliced ginger root to a teapot and steep in hot water. Sweeten your tea if desired with local honey or green leaf stevia. The longer you steep, the more intense the color and flavor of your tea.

The possibilities are endless with this diverse spice and a little turmeric can easily be included in your daily cancer fighting diet.

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9 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Kefir

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Kefir is all the rage in the natural health community.

It is high in nutrients and probiotics, and is incredibly beneficial for digestion and gut health.

Many people consider it to be a healthier and more powerful version of yogurt.

Here are 9 health benefits of kefir that are supported by research.

Kefir is a fermented drink, traditionally made using cow's milk or goat's milk.

It is made by adding kefir "grains" to milk.

These are not grains in the conventional sense, but cultures of yeast and lactic acid bacteria that resemble a cauliflower in appearance.

Over a period of 24 hours or so, the microorganisms in the kefir grains multiply and ferment the sugars in the milk, turning it into kefir.

Then the grains are removed from the liquid, and can be used again.

So basically, kefir is the drink, but kefir grains are the "starter kit" that you use to produce the drink.

Kefir originated from parts of Eastern Europe and Southwest Asia. The name is derived from the Turkish word keyif, which means "feeling good" after eating ( 1).

The lactic acid bacteria turn the lactose in the milk into lactic acid, so kefir tastes sour like yogurt, but has a thinner consistency.

A 175 ml (6 oz) serving of milk kefir contains ( 2, 3):

This is coming with about 100 calories, 7-8 grams of carbs and 3-6 grams of fat, depending on the type of milk that is used.

Kefir also contains a wide variety of bioactive compounds, including organic acids and peptides that contribute to its health benefits ( 1).

Dairy-free versions of kefir can be made with coconut water, coconut milk or other sweet liquids. These will not have the same nutrient profile as dairy-based kefir.

Bottom Line: Kefir is a fermented milk drink, cultured from kefir grains. It is a rich source of calcium, protein and B-vitamins.

Some microorganisms can have beneficial effects on health when ingested ( 4).

Known as probiotics, these microorganisms can influence health in numerous ways, including digestion, weight management and mental health ( 5, 6, 7).

Yogurt is the best known probiotic food in the Western diet, but kefir is actually a much more potent source.

Kefir grains contain about 30 strains of bacteria and yeasts, making it a very rich and diverse probiotic source.

Other fermented dairy products are made from far fewer strains, and don't contain any yeasts.

Bottom Line: Kefir contains about 30 different microorganisms, making it a much more potent source of probiotics than other fermented dairy products.

Certain probiotics in kefir are believed to protect against infections.

This includes the probiotic Lactobacillus kefiri, which is unique to kefir.

Studies show that this probiotic can inhibit the growth of various harmful bacteria, including Salmonella, Helicobacter Pylori and ( 8, 9).

Kefiran, a type of carbohydrate present in kefir, also has antibacterial properties ( 10).

Bottom Line: Kefir contains the probiotic Lactobacillus kefiri, and the carbohydrate kefiran, both of which can protect against harmful bacteria.

Osteoporosis ("porous" bones) is characterized by deterioration of bone tissue, and is a massive problem in Western countries.

It is especially common among elderly women, and dramatically raises the risk of fractures.

Ensuring an adequate calcium intake is one of the most effective ways to improve bone health, and slow the progression of osteoporosis ( 11).

Kefir made from full-fat dairy is not only a great source of calcium, but also vitamin K2. This nutrient plays a central role in calcium metabolism, and supplementing with it has been shown to reduce the risk of fractures by as much as 81% ( 12, 13).

Recent animal studies have shown that kefir can increase calcium absorption by bone cells. This leads to improved bone density, which should help prevent fractures ( 14).

Bottom Line: Kefir made from dairy is an excellent source of calcium. In the case of full-fat dairy, it also contains vitamin K2. These nutrients have major benefits for bone health.

Cancer is one of the world's leading causes of death.

It occurs when there is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body, such as a tumor.

The probiotics in fermented dairy products are believed to inhibit tumor growth by reducing formation of carcinogenic compounds, as well as by stimulating the immune system ( 15).

This protective role has been demonstrated in several test tube studies ( 16, 17).

One study found that kefir extract reduced the number of human breast cancer cells by 56%, compared with only 14% for yogurt extract ( 18).

However, take all of this with a grain of salt, as this is far from being proven in living, breathing humans.

Bottom Line: Some test tube and animal studies have shown that kefir can inhibit the growth of cancer cells. This has not been studied in people.

Probiotics such as kefir can help restore the balance of friendly bacteria in the gut.

This is why they are highly effective for many forms of diarrhea ( 19, 20).

There is also a lot of evidence that probiotics and probiotic foods can help with all sorts of digestive problems ( 5).

This includes irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcers caused by H. pylori infection, and various others ( 21, 22, 23, 24).

For this reason, kefir may be useful if you have problems with digestion.

Bottom Line: Probiotics like kefir can treat several forms of diarrhea. They can also lead to major improvements in various digestive diseases.

Regular dairy foods contain a natural sugar called lactose.

Many people, especially adults, are unable to break down and digest lactose properly. This condition is called lactose intolerance ( 25).

The lactic acid bacteria in fermented dairy foods (like kefir and yogurt) turn the lactose into lactic acid, so these foods are much lower in lactose than milk.

They also contain enzymes that can help break down the lactose even further.

Because of this, kefir is generally well tolerated by people with lactose intolerance, at least when compared to regular milk ( 26).

Also keep in mind that it is possible to make kefir that is 100% lactose free, by using coconut water, fruit juice or some other non-dairy fluid.

Bottom Line: The lactic acid bacteria have already pre-digested the lactose in kefir. People with lactose intolerance can often eat kefir without problems.

Allergic reactions are caused by inflammatory responses against harmless environmental substances.

People with an over-sensitive immune system are more prone to allergies, which can provoke conditions like asthma.

In animal studies, kefir has been shown to suppress inflammatory responses related to allergy and asthma ( 27, 28).

Human studies are need to better explore these effects.

The last one is not a health benefit, but important nonetheless.

If you are unsure about the quality of store-bought kefir, then you can easily make it at home yourself.

Combined with some fresh fruit, it makes one of the healthiest and tastiest desserts I have ever come across.

You can buy kefir grains in some health food stores and supermarkets, as well as online.

There are some good blog posts and videos on how to make kefir, but the process is very simple:

Put 1-2 tablespoons of kefir grains into a small jar. The more you use, the faster it will culture.

Add around 2 cups of milk, preferably organic or even raw. Milk from grass-fed cows is healthiest. Leave one inch of room at the top of the jar.

You can add some full-fat cream if you want the kefir to be thicker.

Put the lid on and leave it for 12-36 hours, at room temperature. That's it.

Once it starts to look clumpy, it is ready. Then you gently strain out the liquid, which leaves behind the original kefir grains.
Now put the grains in a new jar with some milk, and the process starts all over again.

Delicious, nutritious and highly sustainable.

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Kefir is all the rage in the natural health community. It is high in nutrients and probiotics, and is incredibly beneficial for digestion and gut health. Many people consider it to be a healthier and more powerful version of yogurt. Here are 9 health benefits of kefir that are supported by research.

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Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and cancer

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Cancer, Interrupted: Garlic & Flavonoids

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Cancer, Interrupted: Garlic & Flavonoids

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No single food or food component can protect you against cancer by itself. But research shows that a diet filled with a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans and other plant foods helps lower risk for many cancers.

Foods Can Fight Cancer Both Directly ...

In laboratory studies, many individual minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals demonstrate anti-cancer effects. Evidence suggests it is the synergy of compounds in the overall diet that offers the strongest cancer protection.

... And Indirectly

AICR research finds that excess body fat increases the risk of 11 cancers. Vegetables and fruits are relatively low in calories. Whole grains and beans are rich in fiber, which also can help with weight management. That is one reason AICR recommends filling at least 2/3 of your plate with plant foods.

Research on foods that fight cancer - and that may also aid cancer survival - is ongoing and active.

Take Action

Here are some of the foods we at AICR get asked about most often. Click each one to learn what current science says about its potential role in cancer protection. You'll also find links to recent AICR articles, cooking tips, recipes and more.

Foods That Fight Cancer

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If nothing else this research study should increase the amount of blueberries you eat.

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Journal of Surgical Research Volume 173, Issue 2, April 2012, Pages e53-e61Research Review Pterostilbene and Cancer: Current Review Denise McCormack, M.D.∗, , , David McFadden, M.D.† http://www.sciencedirect.com.ezproxy.csp.edu/science/article/pii/S0022480411008158?np=y doi:10.1016/j.jss.2...

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Mike's Comprehensive List of Cancer Fighting Foods

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Mike's Comprehensive List of Cancer Fighting Foods

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Foods that inhibit angiogenesis and fight cancer.

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Blocking angiogenesis to undercut cancer.

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In Greek, "angio" means vessels and "genesis" is birth. Blocking angiogenesis enables us to undercut cancer's spread. Angiogenesis is the process our bodies use to grow new bloods vessels. Cancers can hijack this process to recruit their own private blood supply to feed themselves. Without these lifelines, cancers remain tiny and can't become dangerous. Many foods and beverages contain natural cancer-starving molecules that prevent tumors from acquiring blood vessels.
Quinoa: Many of the phenolic substances identified in quinoa, including genistein, quercetin, and kaempferol, have antiangiogenic properties, or the ability to inhibit new blood vessel growth, and also suppress the proliferation of cancer cells. The edible seeds of the quinoa plant are rich in protein, unsaturated fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. Quinoa also contains beneficial polyphenols that may help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Flaxseed: Studies have shown that regular consumption of flaxseed, also known as linseed, increases levels of a natural angiogenesis inhibitor called endostatin. In the study, healthy premenopausal women who had 25 grams of freshly ground flaxseed added to their daily diets had significant increases in levels of endostatin in their breast tissue. Endostatin is an endogenous (naturally occurring) substance in the body that inhibits angiogenesis. This is one of the first studies to show that a particular food can raise levels of an endogenous inhibitor of angiogenesis in the body.

Oolong Tea: Oolong tea is a partially fermented tea that is consumed heavily in Asian countries. Like green tea and black tea, oolong contains substances called polyphenols that have been shown to have chemopreventive (cancer-preventing) properties. The major primary polyphenols in unfermented green tea leaves are catechins, with (-)-epigallocate- chin-gallate (EGCG) being the primary active component. EGCG has been shown in numerous studies to have antiangiogenic and anti-tumor activities.

Grapes: Grapes and red wine are high in polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that have been shown in numerous studies to have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and heart-protecting effects. Extracts from grapes and their seeds contain various polyphenols with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory activity, including resveratrol, gallic acid, epigallocatechin-gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin (ECG), epicatechin-3-gallate, epicatechin, and proanthocyanidins. The cancer-fighting properties of these compounds have been attributed to their ability to inhibit proliferation of tumors cells and to suppress the growth of tumor blood vessels (angiogenesis).

Chocolate and Cocoa: Chocolate, the fermented byproduct from processed cocoa, contains high levels of bioactive flavanoids (polyphenols) that are formed during the fermentation process. Two flavanoids in particular, catechins and procyanidins, are highly concentrated in dark chocolate and cocoa powder. Observational studies indicate that catechins and procyanidins may protect against a number of chronic diseases, notably cardiovascular disease and cancer.The cancer-protecting (chemoprotective) activity of catechins and procyanidins is likely related to their ability to inhibit proliferation of cancer cells, remove toxins from the body, reduce inflammation, and suppress angiogenesis.

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Blueberries are sweet, nutritious and wildly popular.

Often labelled a "superfood," they are low in calories and incredibly good for you.

They are so tasty and convenient that many people consider them to be their favorite fruit.

Here are 10 health benefits of blueberries that are supported by research.

The blueberry is a flowering shrub that produces berries that are colored blue to purple, also known as blueberries.

It is strongly related to similar shrubs, such as those that produce cranberries and huckleberries.

Blueberries are small, around 5-16 millimeters (0.2-0.6 inches) in diameter, and have a flared crown at the end.

They are green in color at first, then change to blue-purple as they ripen.

These are the two most common types:

1. Highbush blueberries are the most commonly grown species in the US.

2. Lowbush blueberries are often referred to as "wild" blueberries. They are typically smaller and richer in some antioxidants.

Blueberries are among the most nutrient dense berries. A 1 cup serving (148 grams) of blueberries contains ( 1):

Fiber: 4 grams.

Vitamin C: 24% of the RDA.

Vitamin K: 36% of the RDA.

Manganese: 25% of the RDA.

Then it contains small amounts of various other nutrients.

They are also about 85% water, and an entire cup contains only 84 calories, with 15 grams of carbohydrates.

Calorie for calorie, this makes them an excellent source of several important nutrients.

Bottom Line: The blueberry is a very popular berry. It is low in calories, but high in fiber, vitamin C and vitamin K.

Antioxidants are important.

They protect our bodies from damage by free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage cellular structures and contribute to aging and diseases like cancer ( 2, 3).

Blueberries are believed to contain the highest antioxidant capacity of ALL commonly consumed fruits and vegetables ( 4, 5, 6).

The main antioxidant compounds in blueberries belong to a large family of polyphenols, called flavonoids.

One group of flavonoids in particular, anthocyanins, is thought to be responsible for much of the beneficial health effects ( 7).

They have been shown to directly increase antioxidant levels inside the body ( 8, 9).

Bottom Line: Blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity of all commonly consumed fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids appear to be the major antioxidant compounds.

Oxidative DNA damage is part of everyday life.

It is said to occur tens of thousands of times per day, in every single cell in the body ( 10).

DNA damage is part of the reason we grow older, and it also plays an important role in the development of diseases like cancer ( 11).

Because blueberries are high in antioxidants, they can help neutralize some of the free radicals that cause damage to our DNA.

In one 4-week study, 168 participants were instructed to drink 1 liter (34 ounces) of a mixture of blueberry and apple juice, every day.

At the end of the study, oxidative DNA damage due to free radicals was reduced by 20% ( 12).

These findings have also been supported by smaller studies using either fresh or powdered blueberries ( 13, 14).

Bottom Line: Several studies have shown that blueberries and blueberry juice can protect against DNA damage, a leading driver of aging and cancer.

Oxidative damage is not limited to our cells and DNA.

It is also problematic when our circulating LDL lipoproteins (the "bad" cholesterol) are oxidized.

In fact, oxidation of LDL is a crucial step in the heart disease process.

Fortunately for us, the antioxidants in blueberries are strongly linked to reduced levels of oxidized LDL ( 15).

A daily 50 gram serving of blueberries lowered LDL oxidation by 27% in obese participants, after a period of eight weeks ( 16).

Another study showed that 75 grams of blueberries with a main meal significantly reduced the oxidation of LDL lipoproteins ( 17).

Bottom Line: The antioxidants in blueberries have been shown to protect LDL lipoproteins (the "bad" cholesterol) from oxidative damage, a crucial step in the pathway towards heart disease.

Blueberries appear to have significant benefits for people with high blood pressure, a major risk factor for some of the world's leading killers.

In one study, obese individuals at a high risk for heart disease noted a 4-6% reduction in blood pressure, after consuming 50 grams (1.7 ounces) of blueberries per day, for eight weeks ( 18).

Other studies have found similar effects, especially when looking at post-menopausal women ( 19, 20).

Given that high blood pressure is one of the leading drivers of heart attacks and strokes, the implications of this are potentially massive.

Bottom Line: Regular blueberry intake has been shown to lower blood pressure in numerous studies.

Again, eating blueberries may lower blood pressure and oxidized LDL.

However, it's important to realize that these are risk factors, not actual diseases.

What we really want to know is whether blueberries help prevent hard end points like heart attacks, which are the world's biggest killer ( 21).

In a 2013 study on 93,600 nurses, eating plenty of anthocyanins (the main antioxidants in blueberries) was linked to a 32% lower risk of heart attacks ( 22).

This was an observational study, so it can not prove that the blueberries caused the reduction in risk, but it seems likely given the known beneficial effects on risk factors.

Bottom Line: There is some evidence that regular blueberry consumption can help prevent heart attacks.

Oxidative stress can accelerate the brain's aging process, having negative effects on brain function.

According to animal studies, the antioxidants in blueberries tend to accumulate in areas of the brain that are essential for intelligence ( 23, 24).

They appear to directly interact with aging neurons, leading to improvements in cell signalling.

Human studies have also shown promising results.

In one of these studies, 9 elderly participants with mild cognitive impairment consumed blueberry juice every day. After 12 weeks, they had seen improvements in several markers of brain function ( 25).

A six year study of 16,010 elderly participants found that blueberries and strawberries were linked to delays in cognitive aging by up to 2.5 years ( 26).

Bottom Line: The antioxidants in blueberries seem to have benefits for the brain, helping to improve brain function and delaying age-related decline.

Blueberries are moderate in sugar when compared to other fruits.

One cup contains 15 grams, which is equivalent to a small apple or large orange.

However, the bioactive compounds in blueberries appear to outweigh any negative impact of the sugar when it comes to blood sugar control.

Research suggests that anthocyanins in blueberries can have beneficial effects on insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. These anti-diabetic effects have been shown with both blueberry juice and extract ( 27, 28, 29).

In a study of 32 obese subjects with insulin resistance, a blueberry smoothie caused major improvements in insulin sensitivity ( 30).

Improved insulin sensitivity should lower the risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, which are currently some of the world's biggest health problems.

Bottom Line: Several studies have shown that blueberries have anti-diabetic effects, helping to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar levels.

Urinary tract infections are a common problem in women.

It is well known that cranberry juice can help prevent these types of infections.

Blueberries are highly related to cranberries, and contain many of the same active substances as cranberry juice ( 31).

These substances are called anti-adhesives, and help prevent bacteria like E. coli from binding to the wall of the bladder.

Blueberries haven't been studied much for this purpose, but chances are that they have similar effects as cranberries ( 32).

Bottom Line: Like cranberries, blueberries contain substances that can prevent certain bacteria from binding to the wall of the urinary bladder. This may be useful in preventing urinary tract infections.

Strenuous exercise can lead to muscle soreness and fatigue.

This is driven, in part, by local inflammation and oxidative stress in the muscle tissue ( 33).

Blueberry supplementation may reduce the damage that occurs at the molecular level, minimizing soreness and reduction in muscle performance.

In a small study of 10 female athletes, blueberries accelerated muscle recovery after strenuous leg exercises ( 34).

It is clear that blueberries are incredibly healthy and nutritious.

The fact that they are sweet, colorful, and can be enjoyed both fresh and frozen, is just a tasty bonus.

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10 Proven Health Benefits of Blueberries

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Blueberries are sweet, nutritious and wildly popular. Often labelled a "superfood," they are low in calories and incredibly good for you. They are so tasty and convenient that many people consider them to be their favorite fruit. Here are 10 health benefits of blueberries that are supported by research.

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And how we can eat to starve cancer?

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Can we eat to starve cancer? | William Li

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http://www.ted.com William Li presents a new way to think about cancer treatment: angiogenesis, targeting the blood vessels that feed a tumor. The crucial first (and best) step: Eating cancer-fighting foods that beat cancer at its own game.