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Carbohydrates that help Prevent Cancer
May 28, 2005
Not all carbs are created equal. Recent research shows that whole grains, such as brown rice, whole wheat, buckwheat and amaranth, have the same antioxidant effect as vegetables -- and are powerful disease fighters. "Unlike the antioxidants in vegetables, which are quickly released into the bloodstream," says Melanie Polk, RD, director of nutrition education for the American Institute for Cancer Research, "antioxidants in whole grains are released only when they reach the intestine and colon." They help prevent digestive disorders, and they can reduce your risk of colon and breast cancer by ridding your body of toxic materials in food. Grains such as spelt, quinoa, and millet also help prevent heart disease and diabetes." They're easy to cook -- just boil them in broth or water. For recipes, go to bobsredmill.com.

Here are some tips from The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) that can go a long way in helping to prevent colon cancer:

Eat mostly fiber-rich vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans: they have plenty of cancer-fighting nutrients, protective compounds and dietary fiber.

Eat fruit for dessert: highly colored berries are particularly good choices because they are high in fiber and contain the antioxidant anthocyanin.

Eat less fat: red meats, processed food and fast foods are high in saturated fat. Try eating smaller portions (keep meat portions less than 3 ounces) or have them more infrequently.

adapted from an article by Amy Palanjian, in OrganicStyle, March 2005 and nutrition guidelines by the AICR.

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