Some statistics suggest that 30% of all cancers in adults in the United States are caused by poor diets. Fortunately, scientific evidence has now established that cruciferous vegetables contain vital cancer-fighting components that offer powerful protection against cancer. This family of cruciferous vegetables is naturally rich in indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a compound that is quickly becoming recognized as one of the most powerful cancer-fighting compounds that we know of.
These six foods contain I3C which has been shown to prevent the onset and halt the progression of colon, breast, prostate, and, cervical cancers. These natural compounds also promote healthy estrogen metabolism in the body, which is a critical component in any disease prevention strategy.
These 6 foods are listed below.
1. Broccoli. It has only 25 calories and is high in vitamin A and is a good source of folic acid, calcium, potassium, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
2. Cabbage. It is low in calories and loaded in potassium and vitamin A.
3. Cauliflower. It is 92% water, low in calories, and a good source of potassium, vitamin C, riboflavin, folic acid, niacin, and vitamin B6.
4. Brussels Sprouts. They look like mini-cabbages, but are sweeter. They are an amazing source of vitamins K, C, and A as well as folic acid, B6, and fiber.
5. Kale. It is low in calories and loaded with vitamins K, A, C, B6, and magnesium.
6. Kohlrabi. It resembles a turnip with leaves. It is low in calories and a good source of potassium and vitamin K.
Clearly, eating these extraordinary potent vegetables on a regular basis is a safe, effective, and inexpensive strategy for preventing cancer.
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