Ketogenic Diet in Cancer Prevention and Therapy Nearly a century ago, Otto Warburg discovered that tumors consume tremendous amounts of glucose relative to most non-transformed tissues, and that the majority of glucose consumed by tumors is fermented to lactate, rather than oxidized in pathways that require respiration. This…
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How Does a Lack of Adequate Folate Contribute to Cancer? Folate, also known as vitamin B9, plays a critical role in DNA synthesis, repair, and methylation processes in the body. These functions are essential for maintaining the integrity of your genetic material and preventing mutations that can lead…
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How Does a Poor Diet Damage Mitochondira and Turn-on Cancer-promoting Oncogenes? A poor diet can have a significant impact on cellular health and can potentially contribute to the development of cancer by damaging mitochondria and activating cancer-promoting oncogenes. Here's how this can happen:Mitochondrial Damage: Mitochondria are the energy-producing…
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What is the Connection Between Red and Processed Meats and Cancer? There is a well-established connection between the consumption of red and processed meats and an increased risk of cancer. This association has been studied extensively, and the evidence comes from various sources, including epidemiological studies and research…
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How Can I Prevent Breast Cancer? Preventing breast cancer involves adopting a combination of lifestyle changes, risk-reduction strategies, and regular screenings. While there are no guaranteed ways to prevent breast cancer, these steps can significantly reduce your risk:Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle:Eat a balanced diet: Focus on a diet…
Continue Reading→White Winter Minestrone Soup Cancer-Fighting Recipe
White Winter Minestrone Soup Cancer-Fighting Recipe Once you’ve prepped the vegetables, this soup cooks fast yet tastes as though it has been cooking for hours. It tastes even better the next day. This soup is thick, more like a stew, so add more liquid if you prefer a thinner…
Continue Reading→Cranberry Muffins Cancer-Fighting Recipe
Cranberry Muffins Cancer-Fighting Recipe The tartness of cranberries and their subtle sweetness makes for the best muffins. This recipe is very easy, but the trick with muffins is not to over-mix the batter. There should still be streaks of flour in the batter as you spoon it into the…
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Pear Cranberry Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts Here is a deliciously easy way to start your day. The tart dried cranberries and sweet fresh pears are a match made in heaven, and the toasted walnuts bring a savory crunch and healthy omega-3 fats. Add some milk or yogurt for extra…
Continue Reading→Winter Pumpkin Pasta Bake Cancer-Fighting Recipe
Winter Pumpkin Pasta Bake Cancer-Fighting Recipe This Winter Pumpkin Pasta Bake is true comfort food. It combines a favorite winter vegetable with the notion of mac ‘n cheese. How yum is that? Better yet, it is so easy to make, it requires very little effort, a boon if you’re…
Continue Reading→Vegan Pumpkin Stuffing Cancer-Fighting Recipe
Vegan Pumpkin Stuffing Cancer-Fighting Recipe This delicious vegan pumpkin stuffing contains rosemary, sage, mushrooms, and of course pumpkin puree that make this hearty stuffing perfect for Thanksgiving day. Ingredients4 tablespoons olive oil4 ounces shitake mushrooms, chopped (about 1 cup)1 large onion, small dice (about 2 cups)4 celery stalks, small…
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