Guest guest Posted July 10, 2003 Report Share Posted July 10, 2003 >By Lyn Larcom Ph.D > >Raspberry Extract Shows Promise As Cancer, Aging Fighter > >Pollution and sun exposure take their toll on our skin and can result in >cancer development and skin deterioration. A Clemson University >scientist's research on raspberries has found that these berries and other >fruits contain powerful chemical compounds that can improve the body's >resistance to cancer growth and skin aging. One goal of the research is to >develop skin creams that inhibit cancer and the skin changes resulting >from aging and sun exposure. > > " We are hopeful that the results will lead to health benefits, " said Lyn >Larcom, who conducted the research. " Raspberries have high concentrations >of ellagic acid and other compounds that have significant cancer-fighting >properties. " > >Ellagic acid has been found to promote the death of prostate cancer cells >in culture, according to Medical University of South Carolina research. >This and related compounds found in plants are effective in inhibiting >cancer in mice. In addition, the powerful antioxidant may help in >retaining the integrity of collagen, which is vital to maintaining the >structure of skin. > >Ellagic acid is just one of many antioxidants present in plants and >fruits. Anti-oxidants inactivate free radicals produced by UV in sunlight, >numerous carcinogens and normal cell metabolism. These free radicals cause >extensive cell damage and produce mutations leading to cancer. > >In addition to their potent antioxidant activity and their ability to >block some types of mutations, raspberry extracts have activity against >the compounds that can allow cancers to spread through the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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