Bioflavonoids, Nutraceuticals and
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| Phyto- estrogens |
Daidzein, genistein | Soy products, alfalfa sprouts | May block some cancers, aids menopausal symptoms, genistein inhibits angiogenesis |
| Coumestrol | Licorice root (not candy) | Antiestrogenic | |
| Formononetin | Red clover sprouts | Antiestrogenic | |
| Phytosterols | Beta sitosterol, gamma sitosterol, stigmasterol |
Plant oils, corn, sesame, soy, safflower, wheat, pumpkin |
Block hormonal role in cancers, inhibit uptake of cholesterol from diet |
| Saponins | Diosgenin | Yams, beets, soybeans, beans, nuts | May prevent cancer cells from multiplying |
| Terpenes | Carotenoids -- alpha, beta, gamma and delta |
Carrots, winter squash, sweet potatoes, yams, apricots, cantaloupes | Antioxidants, protect DNA from free radical-induced damage |
| Lycopene | Tomatoes and tomato-based products | Helps block UVA and UVB rays and may protect against prostate cancer | |
| d-Limonene | Citrus fruit | Promotes protective enzymes, antiseptic | |
| Lutein zeaxanthin |
Spinach, kale, turnip greens | Protect eyes from macular degeneration protects and detoxifies the liver |
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| Capsaicin | Red chile peppers | Keeps carcinogens from binding to DNA | |
| Phenols | Coumarins | Fennel, parsley, carrots, alfalfa | Prevent blood clotting, may have anticancer properties |
| Flavonoids | Citrus fruit, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, green peppers, tomatoes |
Weak antioxidants, block membrane receptor sites for certain hormones |
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| Flavanols, oligomeric proanthocyanidins |
Grape seeds | Strong antioxidants, block destructive enzymes, strengthen veins and capillaries |
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| Catechins | Green and black tea | Linked to reduced rates of gastrointestinal cancers | |
| Resveratrol | Grapes, especially the skin | Antioxidant, antimutagen, induces detoxification enzymes, carcinogen inhibition | |
| Curcubitacins | Yellow and green squash | Antihepatotoxic, antitumor | |
| Sulfur compounds |
Allylic sulfides, gamma glutamyl, allyl cysteine | Onions, garlic (all kinds) | Promote protective liver enzymes, inhibit cholesterol synthesis, reduce triglycerides, anti-inflammatory, lower blood pressure, improve immune response, antibiotic, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiparasitic |
| Glucosinolates, isothiocyanates, sulforaphane | Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, mustard, radish | Induce protective enzymes | |
| organic acids | Indole-3-carbinol | Cabbage, kale | May protect against colon cancer |
| P-coumaric, chlorogenic | Tomatoes, green peppers | Block production of cancer-causing nitrosamine | |
| Ferulic, gallic, ellagallic | Rice, grains, tea | Antitumor, astringent | |
| Phytic | Grains, rice, barley, corn, wheat, rye | Antitumor, astringent | |
| Ascorbic | Citrus fruit, broccoli, most fruits and veggies | Binds iron, preventing it from becoming a cancer-causing pro-oxidant | |
| Glyceritinic | Licorice (not candy) | Antioxidant, preserves vitamin E, restores collagen, protects heart, supports anticancer activity | |
| fiber | Lignans | Soybeans, nuts, flaxseeds | Inhibit tumor progression, estrogenic or antiestrogenic as needed |
| Pectins | Apples, pears, prunes, plums | Promote beneficial intestinal flora, colon action | |
| Protease inhibitors |
Soy products, alfalfa sprouts | Soyfoods, potatoes, eggs, cereals | Prevent activation of specific genes that cause cancer, protect against radiation and free radicals |
| This information is not intended as medical advice. Consult your natural health practitioner. | |||
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| Uw natuur-geneeskundig adviseur: | Annette ter Heijden, Utrecht, Tel.: 030 296 55 23, email: Annette ter Heijden |
