Fwd: Cruciferous Vegetables

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DietaryTipsForHBP , From: JoAnn Guest Sun, 23 May 2004 19:20:27 -0700 (PDT) Cruciferous VegetablesCruciferous Vegetables by Larry DeSantis, CN Eating more vegetables may dramatically reduce, and even prevent, disease. Studies indicate that cruciferous vegetables in particular help fight and prevent cancer and heart disease. Cruciferous vegetables all have similar flowers (four petals) that botanical historians describe as resembling the crucifix or Cross, hence the name cruciferous. The twelve cruciferous vegetables are: Broccoli Kohlrabi Cauliflower Kale Turnip Radishes Rutabaga Cabbage Watercress Brussel sprouts Mustard greens

Horseradish It is recommended that you consume three one-cup servings from this list each day, one cup raw and two cups slightly steamed, except for horseradish. Use horseradish grated in sauces or spreads. Alternate the vegetables daily. Broccoli contains sulforaphane, a natural chemical that may inhibit tumor growth. Broccoli also has indoles, glucosinates, and dithiolthiones, which may also inhibit cancer growth. The carotenoids in broccoli have been shown to inhibit cell mutations. A study by Dr. Saxon Graham, Buffalo, NY, found that people who ate more broccoli, cabbage, and brussel sprouts had a lower risk of colon and rectal cancer. Countries where brussel sprouts are frequently consumed have a low incidence of gastrointestinal cancer. A study conducted in Japan in 6 discovered that those who consumed the most cabbage had the lowest death rate from all types of cancers. Cruciferous vegetables are also high in MSM (organic sulfur), making them valuable

for hair, nail, skin, bone, and joint health. The antioxidants found in cruciferous vegetables promote cardiovascular health, the skin, and the rest of the body systems. Although cruciferous vegetables are thought to depress thyroid function, researchers have concluded that cooking neutralizes the thyroid-depressing substances found naturally in these types of vegetables. So start enjoying your cruciferous vegetables today, and stay healthy! http://www.nowfoods.com/?action=itemdetail & item_id=1252_________________JoAnn Guest mrsjoguest DietaryTipsForHBP http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguestThe complete "Whole Body" Health line consists of the "AIM GARDEN TRIO" Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen "Wisdom of the Past,

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