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Reducing the Risk of Some Cancers with Diet

Cancer can be controlled through two complementary routes:

• Prevention – Reducing exposure to cancer-causing chemicals such as tobacco, environmental carcinogens, and harmful dietary components.
• Chemoprotection – Increasing the body’s defense system against carcinogens. Cells in the body contain a family of detoxification enzymes (Phase 2 enzymes) that neutralize cancer-causing chemicals as well as free radicals before they damage DNA and initiate cancer. A diet rich in antioxidants helps the cells in fighting the harmful effects of free radicals.

The Bottom Line

Chemoprotection has great promise as a way to use the diet to reduce the risk of some cancers. Chemoprotection can be accomplished by activating the body’s Phase 2 “defense” enzymes. Cruciferous plants, such as broccoli, contain a natural precursor, sulforaphane glucosinolate (SGS), which is readily converted to sulforaphane. Sulforaphane acts by raising the activity of these enzymes. Research into the chemoprotective powers of sulforaphane is promising and exciting. While more research is needed, supplementing a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help maintain the body’s natural defenses.

The Hopkins researchers subsequently found that broccoli sprouts have 10 to 20 times more sulforaphane, ounce for ounce, than whole broccoli.

“The claims about sulforaphane are correct,” said Rajesh Agarwal, a professor of cancer pharmacology at the University of Colorado School of Pharmacy. “There is a lot of interest in sulforaphane as an anti-cancer agent.”

Showing promise

The claim: A compound in the sprouts, sulforaphane, could be effective in treating and preventing various cancers, including those of the breast and prostate gland.

The backing: Peer-reviewed studies at several institutions, including Johns Hopkins, Rutgers and the University of Michigan.

How can you get Sulforaphane: Dr. Arnill recommends eating ample amounts of Broccoli and Broccoli Sprouts, but also supplementing with additional Sulforaphane; for maximal protection. 30-60 mgs per day of OncoPlex

Brassica Website John’s Hopkin’s School of Medicine

Denver Post Article July 2010 Click here to read full text

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