| The Alpha-Tocopherol, beta carotene Cancer Prevention Study Group. N. Engl. J. Med. 330:1029-1035.
Helzlsouer, K.J., G.W. Comstock, and J.S. Morris. 1989. Selenium, lycopene, a-tocopherol, P-carotene, retinol, and subsequent bladder cancer. Cancer Res. 49:6144-6148.
Herrmann, K. 1989. Occurrence and content of hydroxycinnamic and hydroxybenzoic acid compounds in food. Crit. Rev. Food Sci. Nutr. 28:315-347.
Higginson, J. 1966. Etiological factors in gastrointestinal cancer in man. JNCI 37:527-545. Higginson, J., and A.G. Oettle. 1960. |
Mark Stengler, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Many studies have shown a protective effect of beta carotene, especially in early-stage cancers of the mouth and esophagus—though studies have shown the protection is not powerful enough to help prevent lung cancer in smokers.
Overall, for cancer prevention it makes sense to eat a diet rich in carotenoids. If supplements are used, then mixed carotenoid supplements make the most sense to me. Higher dosages of lycopene—30 milligrams daily—are a good idea for men with prostate cancer.
^ Cardiovascular Disease
Carotenoids also appear to be important for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. | | A study of 528 people ages 65 to 85 years old found that persons with high blood levels of beta carotene, lycopene, and alpha carotene had significantly better lung function than those with low levels of these nutrients.
Studies have shown that carotenoids help to prevent the damaging effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays on the skin. A recent study showed that 25 milligrams of a natural carotenoid complex protected against sunburn after eight weeks of supplementation. (However, the combination of carotenoids and vitamin E worked better to provide protection after four weeks of use. | | There are several carotenoids besides beta carotene. As a matter of fact, it appears that getting a combination of them are more important than taking any single one by itself."
Researchers estimate that over 700 different carotenoids exist in nature. Fruits and vegetables are rich in carotenoids, especially ones with bright colors such as red, yellow, orange, purple, and dark green.
WHAT ARE CAROTENOIDS?
Carotenoids are actually fat-soluble pigments that are responsible for the brilliant colors in the full spectrum of the fruit and vegetable rainbow. |
Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  In 1986, for instance, scientists at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health and Hygiene in Baltimore confirmed that smokers with low levels of beta carotene in their blood were about four times more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma, a comon type of lung cancer, than those with normal levels. In addition, they found that low blood levels of vitamin E increased the risk of cancer by two and a half times (New York Times, November 13, 1986).
"There appears to be something in the diet that is protective," said Dr. Marilyn Menkes, the epidemiologist who headed the study. |
Mark Stengler, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Many researchers believe that ginkgo produces more antioxidant activity than many of the better-known vitamin antioxidants such as C, E, and beta carotene. Several studies have demonstrated that ginkgo exerts antioxidant activity in the brain, eyes, and cardiovascular system. This could easily explain why ginkgo seems to be effective in the prevention and treatment of diseases that affect those parts of the body—including Alzheimer's disease, strokes, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. |
Rebecca Wood
See book keywords and concepts |  It's an excellent source of beta carotene and a good source of vitamin C and potassium. Cook as you would spinach, or use raw in a salad. In recent years, New Zealand spinach lacks commercial availability.
See Spinach.
New Zealand Yam See Oca.
NIGARI
If you extract salt and water from sea water, the residue that remains is primarily magnesium chloride with additional trace minerals. This residue, nigari, is the traditional coagulant used in making tofu, and it makes the most delicately sweet product. | | Most dark leafy crucifers are exceptional sources of calcium, magnesium, vitamins A and C, and beta carotene.
See Arugula; Bok Choy; Broccoflower; Broccoli; Broccoli Rabe; Broccoli Romanesco; Brussels Sprout; Cabbage; Canola Seed; Cauliflower; Chinese Broccoli; Chinese Cabbage; Collards; Cress; Daikon; Flowering Cabbage; Horseradish; Kale; Kohlrabi; Mizuna; Mustard Greens; Radish; Rutabaga; Tatsoi; Turnip; Watercress; Wrapped Heart Mustard Cabbage.
Cacao See Chocolate.
Cactus Pad See Nopal.
Cactus Paddle See Nopal.
Cactus Pear See Prickly Pear. | | Buying Federal standards do not permit butter to contain preservatives or additives except for approved food colors (annatto and beta carotene). Nevertheless, do not purchase commercial butter. Cultured, unsalted, organic raw butter is decidedly the most delicious and healthful butter. In those states which prohibit the sale of raw butter, however, only butter made from pasteurized milk is available.
Sweet (unsalted) butter has a more delicate flavor and a shorter life than salted butter. | | Amaranth greens rank at the top as a superior and easily digested source of calcium and iron; they're also rich in protein, beta carotene, and vitamin C.
Buying/Foraging/Harvesting You can find amaranth greens at an Asian greengrocer in late spring and early summer; they look like extra-large basil leaves but without serration. They can be oval or as narrow as mint.
If foraging or harvesting, collect the greens from the plant before it flowers. Gather the immature seed heads as they bud. | | Health Benefits Of late, melons, especially the orange-fleshed varieties, have received much press for their excellent beta carotene content, which puts them high on the list of anticarcinogenic foods. Melons are also an excellent potassium source, and since they have a negligible amount of fat, are perfect for those concerned with high blood pressure. In addition, they have an anticoagulant ingredient, adenosine, which offers support for those with heart disease and may help bring on menstruation. |
Mark Stengler, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | For example, a pale orange carrot contains less beta carotene than a dark orange carrot. General sources include carrots, pumpkins, squash, sweet potatoes, broccoli, peas, collard greens, kale, peppers (all colors), spinach, apricots, cantaloupe, papaya, peaches, tangerines, tomatoes, watermelon, and cherries.
Most supplements use a mixed carotenoid complex from the sea algae Dunaliella salina from the waters of Australia.
A FULL SPECTRUM OF HELP
As a whole, the carotenoids are protective against a variety of cancers and cardiovascular disease. |
Dr. Joseph M. Kadans, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Vitamin A activity. A microgram is one-millionth part of a gram. As an example, carrots are shown having carotene as 12,000 I.U. per 100 grams. When this number of I.U. is multiplied by 1.2 micrograms, the result is 14,400 micrograms. Inasmuch as it would take 1,000,000 micrograms to equal one gram, we can see that the amount of Vitamin A that the body receives by consuming 100 grams of carrots is small indeed. This is one good reason why so many people will take fruits and vegetables in juice form, enabling them to ingest many more vitamins into their systems. |
the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing
See book keywords and concepts |  Pantry pointers
Now that you're ready to buy some beets, you have a choice to make — canned or fresh? Canned beets are easier to prepare, and they taste almost as good as fresh ones. But consider this — fresh beets have twice as much potassium and folate as canned beets.
Don't let fresh beets intimidate you. They are easy to cook. Try baking them like a potato. Here's how:
þ Clip off all but one inch of their stem. This will keep all of the nutrients and moisture in the root.
þ Scrub beet gently under water, being careful not to tear the skin. |
Dr. Cass Ingram
See book keywords and concepts |  E as mixed tocopherols — take 400 I.U. several times daily until condition resolves.
• selenium (organic) — take 250 mg three times daily. Foods that help
• tomato paste mixed with olive oil
• pumpkin and butternut squash
• red radishes (and their tops if possible; make radish juice from the tops and drink a cup daily)
Things to avoid
• any exposure to smoke or fumes; even a tiny amount can be disabling; also, avoid nitrated/processed meats.
Chapped lips
This annoying condition is rarely ameliorated with lip balms alone. Actually, this problem may be caused by nutritional deficiencies. | | I.U. daily.
• organic selenium — take 200 to 400 meg daily.
• Juice of Oregano — drink two or more ounces twice daily.
Things to avoid
• refined vegetable oils and hydrogenated oils
• deep fried foods of all types
• sunbathing
• sun exposure at high noon Meningitis
Meningitis is a life-threatening condition, which is defined as inflammation and infection of the brain. This is an extremely treacherous disease, which often fails to respond to even the most aggressive medical therapy. The fact is certain of the meningitis germs are entirely resistant to synthetic antibiotics. |
J. Robert Hatherill
See book keywords and concepts |  A, C, E green tea
The Japanese drink green tea daily and have the lowest rates of lung cancer in the world. Green tea can block cancer-causing substances in tobacco and prevent lung cancers in mice.
Large Intestine Cancer
The large intestine is a 4- to 5-foot length of tubing that maintains intimate contact with ingested food. So diet has a crucial influence on cancer within the intestines. Cancer of the large intestine is second only to lung cancer in terms of its death rate. |
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