Many items in the produce aisle can help, but other foods in the supermarket can also help protect your health and the health of your family.
Carotenoids – Found in produce like cantaloupe and carrots, these plant chemicals act as antioxidants and have been shown to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
Cruciferous vegetables – High in vitamins, fiber, and potent anti-cancer phytochemicals, cruciferous vegetables are widely considered to be one of the healthiest food choices you can make. Studies have shown that this vegetable group is linked to lower rates of prostate cancer and has the ability to stop the growth of cancer cells for tumors in the breast, uterine lining, lung, colon, liver and cervix.
Ellagic Acid – Found in raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, walnuts, pecans and pomegranates, this phytochemical can act as an antioxidant, and may help break down and remove some cancer-causing substances.
Resveratrol – A polyphenol that may have antioxidant properties, resveratrol is found in the skin of red grapes, cocoa, peanuts, blueberries, and cranberries.
Whole Grains – Fiber is rich in antioxidants, helps fight colon cancer, and the phenolic compounds in whole grains may help reduce the risk of certain gastrointestinal cancers.
Folate – Linked to lowered risk for gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers, folate is found in dark green leafy vegetables, fruits and juices, nuts, beans, peas, dairy products, poultry and meat, eggs, seafood, and grains.
Pomegranate Juice – Extremely antioxidant-rich, this juice helps prevent colon and prostate cancer.
2020 DETOX PROGRAMS
NEW! ORGANIC VEGAN DETOX PROGRAM! Easy to do with your busy schedule! Please contact me when you are ready to Detoxify/Cleanse! I can offer you a one, two, or three week programs that will fit into your lifestyle. Clean up your Gut Health, improve your Energy, Sleep better, enhance your Immune System, feel great!
Mindy Boxer, Ph.D., L.Ac., D.Hom.
3301 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 201
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310. 450. 9711.
