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Dr. Ann's Just Say Whoa! to Cancer Grocery List
Dr. Ann's Just Say Whoa! to Cancer Grocery List (for those concerned with cancer) is a 2-sided laminated grocery list that tells you exactly what to buy (and what not to buy!) for cancer protection. In addition, Dr. Ann concisely summarizes at the top of the list all of the dietary strategies to maximize health and prevent cancer.
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Just Say Whoa! to Cancer, Part 3
(continued from Part 2)
- Do your fats right!
- Minimize consumption of omega 6 fats (sunflower, safflower, corn, soybean oil). These oils contain lots of linoleic acid (omega 6 fatty acid) that can promote excessive growth and inflammation – both involved in cancer promotion. Lineolic acid also seems to be a preferred source of nutrition for cancer cells.
- Maximize your consumption of omega-3 fats, especially from oily fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, lake trout, and herring). Omega 3 fats counter excessive cellular growth and inflammation. Many studies have shown a positive relationship between fish consumption and reduced cancer risk.
- Strictly avoid trans fats (hydrogenated oils, shortening, stick margarine) and minimize saturated fats (fatty cuts of beef, pork, lamb, whole dairy products). These fats serve no beneficial purpose in the body and have been associated with some forms of cancer.
- Choose the following plant-based fats as your main sources of fat – canola oil, extra virgin olive oil, nuts/seeds, and avocados.
- Limit consumption of red meat (beef, pork, and lamb) to 2 servings or less a week. Avoid processed varieties. Excessive red meat consumption can enhance cancer risk through 5 possible mechanisms.
- Get your vitamin D! Vitamin D plays a key role in cancer protection and deficiencies are epidemic.
- Safe sun exposure – 10-15 minutes daily between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
- Take 1,000 IU’s of a vitamin D3 supplement daily. (Those with chronic diseases or who are pregnant or nursing, discuss with healthcare provider first.)
- Spice up your life! Herbs and spices contain very powerful anti-inflammatory phytochemicals. Excessive inflammation can promote cancer
- Turmeric/curry, ginger, rosemary, and garlic are especially beneficial.
- Restrict alcohol. Alcohol consumption can increase the risk of cancers of the colon, breast, throat, esophagus, uterus, cervix, mouth, and liver.
- Get screened. Be vigilant in maintaining regular physical exams with your healthcare provider. Strictly adhere to standard cancer-screening schedules for your sex and age.
Check out my favorite super healthy, family-friendly recipes in my newest book, What's for Dinner... Menu & Recipe Book
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