Guest guest Posted April 8, 2003 Report Share Posted April 8, 2003 Carrot Root Carrot root (Daucus carota) is a rich source of beta-carotene. Provitamin A includes such precursor substances as beta-carotene which coverts to vitamin A once inside the body. Beta-carotene has received enormous attention during the last 10 years because of its potential to boost immunity and its ability to thwart life- threatening diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Beta- carotene's immunity boosting effects have included: increased antibody activity, faster rejection of skin grafts and accelerated production of various disease-fighting cells. It is believed that beta-carotene exerts a protective effect against cancer through its immune-enhancing function and its unique antioxidant properties. Beta-carotene is especially good at trapping a highly toxic form of di-oxygen, called singlet oxygen, which contributes to the malignancy process in tissues. Beta-carotene has been called " the most efficient quencher of singlet oxygen discovered thus far. " It has been calculated that one molecule of beta-carotene can quench up to 1,000 molecules of singlet oxygen. Beta-carotene in high doses can significantly reduce the immune- depressive effects of radiation treatment and cancer chemotherapy. The administration of beta-carotene has allowed increased dosages of radiation and chemotherapy in laboratory animals which in most cases has resulted in complete regression of tumors. JoAnn Guest The complete " Whole Body " Health line consists of the " AIM GARDEN TRIO " Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen " Wisdom of the Past, Food of the Future " http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/AIM.html Tax Center - File online, calculators, forms, and more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 9, 2003 Report Share Posted April 9, 2003 Hi I was wondering if any one can reccomend i\fruits or veggies to juice that won't feed candita or yeast problems but still tates good Kathy ---- Gettingwell Tuesday, April 08, 2003 1:39:00 PM canceranswer ; Friends; Friendslist; gettingwell Carrot Root Carrot Root Carrot root (Daucus carota) is a rich source of beta-carotene. Provitamin A includes such precursor substances as beta-carotene which coverts to vitamin A once inside the body. Beta-carotene has received enormous attention during the last 10 years because of its potential to boost immunity and its ability to thwart life- threatening diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Beta- carotene's immunity boosting effects have included: increased antibody activity, faster rejection of skin grafts and accelerated production of various disease-fighting cells. ....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 ---Kathy, There are several ways to curb yeast or thrush problems. The most problematic of all, in my opinion, is citrus in any form. Citrus is also the one to avoid if taking Uva Ursi (Upland cranberry) as well. Berries are wonderful for alleviating yeast and are abundant in OPC's. This has been found to be the most beneficial component for these types of problems. The most beneficial of all is fresh cranberry. Unfortunately, processed cranberry juice provides little or no benefit.. Best of luck, JoAnn In Gettingwell , " The Mitcheners " <spiritfire@t...> wrote: > Hi > I was wondering if any one can reccomend i\fruits or veggies to juice that > won't feed candita or yeast problems but still tates good > > Kathy > > ---- > > Gettingwell > Tuesday, April 08, 2003 1:39:00 PM > canceranswer ; Friends; Friendslist; > gettingwell > Carrot Root > > Carrot Root > > > Carrot root (Daucus carota) is a rich source of beta-carotene. > Provitamin A includes such precursor substances as beta-carotene > which coverts to vitamin A once inside the body. > > Beta-carotene has received enormous attention during the last 10 years > because of its potential to boost immunity and its ability to thwart life- > threatening diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Beta- > carotene's immunity boosting effects have included: increased > antibody activity, faster rejection of skin grafts and accelerated > production of various disease-fighting cells. > > ...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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