There are 7 foods and drinks which can inhibit cancer and tumor development. These foods include tomatoes, red wine, blueberries, curry, black chocolate and green tea.
According to scientists, these foods are even more effective than chemotherapy.
What caused their hidden power?
These foods stop the blood supply to the tumor cells, property which is known anti-angiogenesis.
Angiogenesis is a process which involves creation of new blood vessels in the body. This process is enhanced in certain periods, for instance in newborns. In adults it activates in case of wound when tissues and capillaries need to be regenerated. The process of angiogenesis is regulated by activator and inhibitor molecules. Usually, inhibitors predominate.
However, when there are tumor cells in the body, they stimulate the activators to increase vascular cell growth for the formation of new blood vessels. Cancer cells release heir activators of angiogenesis – molecules that “cheat” the body and stimulate the growth of new blood vessels that supply the tumor to nutrients and oxygen.
Foods that stop angiogenesis:
Tomatoes
Harvard study has found that people who consumed tomato sauce more than 4 times a month have reduced their risk of prostate cancer by 50%. Tomatoes contain lycopene which has anti-angiogenic properties. This natural compound is fat-soluble and therefore it requires proper absorption through the digestive tract. The vitamin C content is significantly increased in tomatoes when exposed to high temperatures or cooked with oil.
The dishes with curries include another useful substance:
Turmeric– speeds up the fat-burning process and improves overall health.
Red wine– it contains reservatrol which has powerful antioxidant properties ad can reduce the risk of cancer and prolong life.
According to scientific evidence, it can inhibit cancer growth, kill bacteria, viruses and fungi, increase lifespan in animals, improve the energy production of cells, eliminate dangerous free radicals, increase glucose tolerance to diabetes, improve heart function, improve physical and mental status and concentration, repair damaged DNA, and prevent cell damage caused by nuclear radiation.
225ml of resveratrol contain about 640 mcg of resveratrol, resveratrol supplements (which are often in combination with extracts from grape or other antioxidants) are usually taken in doses of 200-600 mcg per day. Studies have shown that varieties Bordeaux and Pinot Noir contain most of this polyphenol.
Green Tea and Coffee
Blueberries and raspberries contain phytochemicals which can protect from various types of cancer. They are able to reduce the oxidative stress and stop angiogenesis. Also, they can effectively protect you from ovarian cancer.