Title:
Foods to fight cancer : [what to eat to reduce your risk : a diet supported by the latest scientific research] / Richard Béliveau, Ph.D. and Dr. Denis Gingras.
Author:
Béliveau, Richard, author.
Gingras, Denis, author.
Publication Information:
New York : DK Publishing, 2017.
©2017
Call Number:
RC271.D52 B45 2017
Abstract:
Béliveau and Gingras believe that simple dietary changes can help you significantly reduce your risk of developing cancer. Discover which everyday foods have been scientifically proven to contain anticancer properties.
Edition:
Second edition.
ISBN:
9781465456281
Physical Description:
240 pages : illustrations, charts ; 23 cm.
Contents:
Cancer, a formidable enemy. The scourge of cancer ; What is cancer? ; Cancer: a matter of cellular environment ; Preventing cancer through diet ; Phytochemicals and health -- Foods that fight cancer. Cancer cells loathe cabbage! ; Garlic and onions: keeping cancer at bay ; Soy: a source of anticancer phytoestrogens ; Spices and herbs: a tasty way to prevent cancer! ; Green tea: a cancer-fighting balm for the soul ; A passion for berries ; Omega-3s: finally, fats that are good for you! ; Tomatoes: turning cancer red with shame ; Citrus fruit: anticancer molecules with zest ; In vino veritas ; Anticancer biodiversity -- Day-to-day cancer prevention. On the menu: fighting cancer! -- Conclusion.
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