Epidemiologists suggest that most cancers, 65 and 70%, are caused by factors associated with lifestyle, including the use of snuff, alcohol and diet. Up to 30% of cancers appear to be directly related to nutrition and another 30% to snuff. Therefore, smoking cessation and change in diet play a key role in primary prevention cancer.
Indole 3 carbinol (I3C) is a molecule found in cruciferous vegetables , that belong to the genus Brassica. you say? You do not understand anything of what I wrote? To translate all this scientific information? Well ... okay I'll do my best. First I tell you that in the genre Brassica are several plants, among the more common (I apologize if I may escape many): cabbage, sprouts brussel, bok-choi, Ruccula, watercress, broccoli, Romanesco, cauliflower, radish, Wassabi, and rutabaga. As a dietitian and tells the naturist Diana Dyer several studies show remarkable results on how the I3C prevents or stops the cancer process, transforms estrogen into a less trainer of cancer, partially blocking the cells, directly or eliminates cancer cells and inhibits reduces the levels of free radicals which stimulate the development of cancer by damaging DNA. It is a protector of the liver and helps fight diseases like Cervical dysplasia (pre-cancerous condition).
contains calcium and folic acid, is a good source of vitamin C (good for the immune system), A and K (which strengthens bones) so it is a good alternative to dairy. Rich in vitamin K6, and riboflavin that help prevent heart disease. Being high in fiber is coayudante in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, balance the levels of blood sugar and prevent constipation. It helps to have more healthy eyes avoiding falls, it contains carotenoids.
When I read all this research I remember my dad (whom I owe my good eating habits), saying at the table ... . 'Eat all the green that helps prevent cancer. " She never told me why, but now I understand that he was very right. So do not understand why we let the kale forgotten and rarely invite her to our table if it is so beneficial to us. to incorporate into your diet will leave two recipes to try and tell me (as I write this post I feel that in kale display tempt me taking them to test tonight).
KALE PESTO
1 / 2 cup nuts or sunflower seeds
1-2 cloves
garlic a sprig of cilantro or basil (optional)
two bunches of kale
1/2-3/4 cup olive oil
the juice of 1 / 2 lemon
1 / 4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
introduce nuts, cabbage, cilantro / basil and garlic processor and blend (not as liquid as a thick paste.) Add the parmesan and then the oil blend until consistency of thick pesto. You can spread on chips as a dip, add to pasta, spread it on grilled fish, or salad.
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KALE CHIPS
Tanta kale as you want.
olive oil.
sea salt.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the cabbage leaves on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for about 10-12 minutes. should be crisp to the touch but not brown much less burned! If you are not yet crisp bake one or two more minutes, being careful because they burn fast! Remove them from oven and sprinkle with sea salt. Dsfrutalas as companion chips or snack.
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