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Showing posts with label Cancer Prevention. Show all posts

Olive Oil

Olive oil is composed mainly of the mixed triglyceride esters of oleic acid and palmitic acid and of other fatty acids. Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and is considered a healthy fat and provides a ton of health benefits.

  • Olive oil is rich in polyphenols and provides excellent anti-inflammatory benefits for our body.
  • Olive oil was also found to reduce oxidative damage to cells and hence may help in preventing cancer.
  • Olive oil has excellent cardiovascular benefits. It helps to lower cholesterol and LDL levels in the blood. Olive oil contains the monounsaturated fatty acid oleic acid and antioxidants such as vitamin E and carotenoids, and oleuropein, that may help prevent the oxidation of LDL particles
  • Olive Oil also helps to lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
  • Secoiridoids is a kind of polyphenol found in olive oil that ensures our digestive health.
  • Olive Oil supports bone health and is believed to help with better blood levels of calcium and bone formation.
  • Olive Oil may help to improve cognitive functions.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate has the highest levels of poly-phenol antioxidants and is super effective in combating free radicals and preventing a lot of diseases in our body including heart disease, hypertension, haemorrhoid's, stroke, infertility, premature aging, osteoarthritis, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Prostate issues and so on.

  • High antioxidants in pomegranate juice might be extremely effective in decreasing the chance of atherosclerosis which is the hardening of the arteries and hence reduce the risk of coronary complications associated with diabetes
  • Pomegranate has polyphenols such as tannins and anthocyanins. This helps protect the brain against oxidative stress which can lead to Alzheimer's disease.
  • Pomegranate is beleived to help prevent strokes
  • Pomegranate promotes a healthy brain
  • Pomegranate is an excellent blood purifier. Drink this juice for a month to see excellent results. You will visibly see your skin glow.
  • Pomegranate's antioxidants help boosts the body's immunity to fight against common cold

Blueberries

Blueberry is an antioxidant superpower and is among the most popular super foods. It is one of the fruits which is native to North America. Fresh delicious blueberries are available in summer. The rest of the year you can enjoy the frozen ones. For most antioxidant power choose berries which are fully ripe. Blueberries are very delicate. So wash them just prior to use and be gentle while washing.

Blueberries are packaged with vital nutrients and provide a wide array of health benefits. They are rich in Vitamin C, Manganese, Vitamin E and fiber. They are very very low in calories.


Super Antioxidant: Blueberry's antioxidant power helps protect the body against the damaging effects of free radicals and slows the aging process and enables a healthy immune system.

Boost Brain Power: It is also believed to help boost memory and prevent short term memory loss or Alzheimer's disease.

Lower Cholesterol: Blueberries help reduce cholesterol.

Lower Blood Pressure: Eating blueberries regularly can help reduce hypertension.

Heart Healthy: Blueberries are a heart healthy fruit and may help prevent strokes.

Cancer: Blueberries is also believed to reduce the risk of some cancers like ovarian cancer, colon cancer etc.

Urinary Tract Infection: Blueberries help in maintaining the urinary tract health and reduce the risk of infection.

Sinus Relief: Blueberries can provide relief from sinus.

Natural Pain Killer: Blueberries reduce inflammation and acts as a natural pain killer.

Varicose Veins: Blueberries help reduce the appearance of varicose veins.

Gout: Blueberries provide relief from gout.


Healthy serving Ideas:

  • They are sweet and have a wonderful flavor. So just snack on the berries.
  • Enjoy them on top of your favorite breakfast cereal or oatmeal
  • Blueberry smoothies are great
  • Top a cup of yogurt with blueberries for an excellent snack