Cancer Fighting Beer?

Now this unusual, and innovative.

Have you ever picked up a cold, frosty beer on a hot summer's day and thought that it simply couldn't get any better?
Well, you may have to think again.
A team of researchers at Rice University in Houston is working to create a beer that could fight cancer and heart disease. Taylor Stevenson, a member of the six-student research team and a junior at Rice, said the team is using genetic engineering to create a beer that includes resveratrol, the disease-fighting chemical that's been found in red wine.
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin in June had called resveratrol, which is a natural component of grapes, pomegranates and red wine, a key reason for the so-called French Paradox, the observation that French people have lower rates of heart disease despite a cuisine known for its cream sauces and decadent cheeses, all loaded with heart-clogging saturated fats.
Full story here:
http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9117656

Dr. Crescence Allen Reveals Why She Chose Alternative Breast Cancer Treatments

Dr. Crescence Allen Reveals Why She Chose Alternative Breast Cancer Treatments

(NaturalNews) At the close of the White Rose Symposium on contemporary health issues, leading psychologist, health advocate and life coach Crescence Allen agreed to be interviewed about her bout with breast cancer and her decision to forgo the "standard of care" in favor of pursuing alternative treatments. Crescence's expertise includes child development, learning theory, and stress management. She is the author of Adaptive Coping Strategies of High Mastery Caregivers. She is also an herbalist and hypno-therapist.
http://www.naturalnews.com/024496.html

Cheers to red wine, this time for cancer

Walt mentioned this is his comment on the last entry, so here's more on resveratrol.

Cheers to red wine, this time for cancer
Seema Singh
Time, once again, to celebrate that wonder molecule in red wine called resveratrol. New research in today's issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention shows that moderate consumption of red wine may decrease the risk of lung cancer in men, particularly among smokers.

Lead author Chun Chao analyzed data collected through the California Men's Health Study from 84,170 men aged 45 to 69 years. Researchers measured the effect of beer, red wine, white wine and liquor consumption on the risk of lung cancer.

After making adjustments for age, race/ethnicity, education, income, body mass index, history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or emphysema, and smoking history, researchers reported a 60 % reduced lung cancer risk in these men.
http://blogs.livemint.com/blogs/labrats/archive/2008/10/07/cheers-to-red-wine-this-time-for-cancer.aspx

Alkalizing Foods

I have read that an acid body is a magnet for sickness, disease, cancer and aging.
Of course the FDA says that's all bunk, but when I first read about this, I mentioned it to a Chemo nurse. We talked about the foods a bit and as she was leaving the room she said and I quote" Cancer can't live in an alkaline body."
That was a chemo nurse that deals with cancer and cancer treatment on a daily basis.
In case your interested here's partial list of alkaline foods. Of course you can find complete lists online, but just look how many foods listed here are what we now know ( Or at least doctors are now admitting) are actual aids in fighting cancer.

VEGETABLES
Spinach
Turnip
Chives
Carrot
Green Beans
Radish
Garlic
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cabbage
Red Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Collard Greens
Cucumber
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Mustard Greens
Onions
Peas
Peppers
Pumpkin
Squashes
Apple
Avocado
Banana (high glycemic)
Cherries
Grapes
Grapefruit
Lime
Honeydew Melon
Nectarine
Orange
Lemon
Pineapple
All Berries
Tangerine
Tomato
Tropical Fruits
Watermelon

FTC Wants Bogus Cancer Cures out of the Internet

FTC Wants Bogus Cancer Cures out of the Internet

People who suffer from cancer should forget about the miraculous cures promised on hundreds of Internet pages or should inform authorities about companies selling them. At least, this is the latest message of the Federal Trade Commission which is desperately trying to make people more aware of the fact that there is no scientific evidence that these cures actually work. And still there are millions of people who put their trust in them hoping for a miracle not even knowing that these cures might have side effects that might interfere with the drugs already prescribed.
http://www.efluxmedia.com/news_FTC_Wants_Bogus_Cancer_Cures_out_of_the_Internet_24843.html

Mamaherb a new wiki alternative medicine site

Mamaherb a new wiki alternative medicine site:

"A new Web site devised by Israeli high-tech executives hopes to answer that question by providing information on thousands of health problems and possible natural remedies.

Although there are several databases of natural remedies available online, the creators of Mamaherb say their Web site ( www.mamaherb.com) is the only resource for information provided by and updated by users. The Web site, which was begun in January, already has 8,450 treatments listed for 512 existing conditions.

Mamaherb.com is the brainchild of Tamir Goren, 46, Elad Daniel, 33 and Orni Daniel, 31. None are health care professionals. Goren came up with the idea of tapping into the experience of millions of Internet users after his 74-year-old mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and experienced severe side effects from chemotherapy."


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Man convicted over cancer 'cure'

Man convicted over cancer 'cure'

A Manchester man has been convicted of advertising a "natural cure" for cancer on the internet.
Andrew Harris, 49, of Sale, advertised "Triamazon" on two websites as a natural alternative for treating all types of cancer.
He was convicted under the Cancer Act of 1939 of taking part in the publication of adverts offering to treat people for cancer.
He was given a two-year conditional discharge by Trafford magistrates.
The 1939 act made it illegal to offer a cure for cancer or to offer advice on how to treat it in any advertisement outside the medical profession.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/manchester/7608256.stm

How powerful is the simple blackberry in battling cancer?

How powerful is the simple blackberry in battling cancer? To find out, Mumper introduced blackberry extract into colonies of colon cancer cells in vitro. “Under normal conditions, these cells grow at a steady rate, doubling almost every day,” Mumper explains. “So, the question we were asking was, can this blackberry extract inhibit the growth rate of these tumor cells?”
http://www.research.uky.edu/odyssey/summer06/blackberries.html

Blackberries are natural rich sources of bioflavonoids and phenolic compounds that are commonly known as potential chemopreventive agents.
http://www.hyscience.com/archives/2005/03/blackberrys_ant.php

Fresh blackberries were recently identified as one of nature’s top cancer fighters. Studies show blackberries have the highest antioxidant content per serving of any food tested and have important cancer fighting properties. Ample supplies of healthful blackberries are now in supermarkets and club stores during their spring peak, according to Sun Belle Inc., a leading berry marketer and distributor.
http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20070502005975&newsLang=en

Strawberry

Researchers specializing in the health benefits of plant compounds have shown that quercetin, a phytonutrient found in abundance in strawberries and other fruits, can induce programmed self-destruction of human cancer cells.
http://www.news-medical.net/?id=8674

A look at some new research involving organic vs non-organic strawberries and their levels of nutrients and cancer fighting abilities.
http://plantsbulbs.suite101.com/blog.cfm/organic_strawberries_fight_cancer

Strawberries can lower the risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
"Strawberries are a nutritious, healthy treat, because they are rich in vitamin C," the LSU AgCenter nutritionist says, adding, "Such foods can lower cancer risk."
http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/food_health/health/chronic_diseases/cancer/Strawberries+Good+Cancer+Insurance+Says+LSU+AgCenter+Nutritionist.htm

Scientists at the Institute of Food Research (IFR) in the UK have begun work to identify the compounds in strawberries responsible for inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. They are hoping to develop new varieties in which the anticarcinogenic compounds are enhanced.
http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Strawberry-anti-cancer-compounds-under-microscope

The Lychee

The Lychee (Litchi chinensis), also spelled Litchi (the U.S. FDA spelling) or Laichi and Lichu, is the sole member of the genus Litchi in the soapberry family Sapindaceae. It is a tropical fruit tree native to southern China. It is also commonly found in India, southern Taiwan, northern Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.

It is a medium-sized evergreen tree, reaching 15–20 m tall, with alternate pinnate leaves, each leaf 15–25 cm long, with 2-8 lateral leaflets 5–10 cm long; the terminal leaflet is absent. The newly emerging young leaves are a bright coppery red at first, before turning green as they expand to full size. The flowers are small, greenish-white or yellowish-white, produced in panicles up to 30 cm long.

The fruit is a drupe, 3–4 cm long and 3 cm in diameter. The outside is covered by a pink-red, roughly-textured rind that is inedible but easily removed. The inside consists of a layer of sweet, translucent white flesh, rich in vitamin C, with a texture somewhat similar to that of a grape. The edible flesh consists of a highly developed aril enveloping the seed. The center contains a single glossy brown nut-like seed, 2 cm long and 1–1.5 cm in diameter. The seed, similar to a buckeye seed, is not poisonous but should not be eaten. The fruit matures from July to October, about 100 days after flowering.

www.raysahelian.com/lychee.html
www.copperwiki.org/index.php/Lychee
cancerweb.ncl.ac.uk/cgi-bin/omd?lychee
www.acai-berry-juice.org/Lychee_Fruit_Health_Benefits.html

Cruciferous veg again linked to bladder cancer protection

Cruciferous veg again linked to bladder cancer protection:

"10-Apr-2008 - An increased intake of cruciferous vegetables may slash the risk of bladder cancer by 36 per cent, says new research that attributes the benefits to the isothiocyanate content."


Edible plants in the family Brassicaceae (also called Cruciferae) are termed Cruciferous vegetables. For a botanical description of plants in this family (whether or not used for food), see Brassicaceae. Ten of the most common vegetables eaten by people are in a single species (B. oleracea), and are not distinguished from one another taxonomically, but only by the horticultural category of cultivar groups. Numerous other genera and species in the family are also edible. Cruciferous vegetables are one of the dominant food crops worldwide. Widely considered to be healthful foods, they are high in vitamin C and soluble fibre and contain multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties: diindolylmethane, sulforaphane and selenium.

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have recently discovered that 3,3'-Diindolylmethane in Brassica vegetables is a potent modulator of the innate immune response system with potent anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-cancer activity.

Cancer Killer: Guava

Guava (from Arawak via Spanish guayaba), is a genus of about 100 species of tropical shrubs and small trees in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, native to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, Taiwan, and northern South America. In Urdu they are called amrood . In Sri Lanka they are called Pera. The Bengali name peyara and the Tagalog name bayabas are probably local renditions of guayaba. Numerous references in medical research identify guava as Psidium guajava.

They are typical Myrtoideae, with tough dark leaves that are opposite, simple, elliptic to ovate and 5-15 cm long. The flowers are white, with five petals and numerous stamens. The fruit are juicy. The guava makes an ideal houseplant as long as it remains moist. Spray the foliage to keep it healthy and pinch new growth to keep the plant bushy.

In several tropical regions, including Hawaii, some species (namely Cattley Guava, P. littorale) have become invasive weed shrubs. On the other hand, several species have become very rare and at least one (Jamaican Guava, P. dumetorum), is already extinct.

The genera Accara and Feijoa (Acca, Pineapple Guava) were formerly included herein too.

CURTAILS CANCER: Guava is a good source of lycopene. This carotenoid, which gives many plant foods their red or pink coloring
http://archie.lipsmusic.net/archives/2006/07/16/health/guava-gives-all-vastly/

http://www.naturalnews.com/008140.html

http://www.ajc.com/search/webservice_client/webservice_clientClass/inform/landing.jsp?subjectName=Prostate%20Cancer&informSiteId=6801&cxntlid=inform_arts



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Cancer Killer: Elderberry

Sambucus (Elder or Elderberry) is a genus of between 5 and 30 species of shrubs or small trees (two species herbaceous), formerly treated in the honeysuckle family Caprifoliaceae, but now shown by genetic evidence to be correctly classified in the moschatel family Adoxaceae. The genus is native to temperate to subtropical regions of both the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere; the genus is more widespread in the Northern Hemisphere, with Southern Hemisphere occurrence restricted to parts of Australasia and South America.

The leaves are opposite, pinnate, with 5-9 leaflets (rarely 3 or 11), each leaf 5-30 cm long, the leaflets with a serrated margin. They bear large clusters of small white or cream coloured flowers in the late spring, that are followed by clusters of small red, bluish or black (rarely yellow or white) berries. Species have lifespans between 80 and 100 years.

The berries are a very valuable food resource for many birds. Elders are used as food plants by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species including Brown-tail, Buff Ermine, Dot Moth, Emperor Moth, The Engrailed, Swallow-tailed Moth and The V-pug. The crushed foliage and immature fruit have a strong fetid smell. Dead elder wood is the preferred habitat of the mushroom Auricularia auricula-judae, also known as "Judas' ear fungus".

Valley elderberry longhorn beetle in California are very often found around red or blue elderberry bushes. Females lay their eggs on the bark. Larvae hatch and burrow into the stems.

Extract that has been tested as an immune enhancing, liver protective and anti-cancer agent
http://www.raysahelian.com/elderberry.html

Anthocyanins in Dark Colored Fruits May Fight Colon Cancer
http://www.eatingfabulous.com/sambucol-elderberry-extract-eases-flu

Cancer Killer: The Durian

The durian is the fruit of trees of the genus Durio belonging to the Malvaceae, a large family which includes hibiscus, okra, cotton, mallows and linden trees. Widely known and revered in Southeast Asia as the "King of Fruits," the fruit is distinctive for its large size, unique odour, and formidable thorn-covered husk. The fruit can grow up to 30 centimetres (12 in) long and 15 centimetres (6 in) in diameter, and typically weighs one to three kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Its shape ranges from oblong to round, the colour of its husk green to brown, and its flesh pale-yellow to red, depending on the species. The hard outer husk is covered with sharp, prickly thorns, while the edible flesh within emits a distinctive odour, which is regarded as either fragrant or overpowering and offensive. Even when the husk of the fruit is still intact, the odour of the ripe fruit is very strong and penetrating. This unusual odour has prompted many people to formulate evocative descriptions, with views ranging from those of deep appreciation to intense disgust.

The flesh of the durian, famously described by the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace as "a rich custard highly flavoured with almonds", can be consumed at various stages of ripeness, and is used to flavour a wide variety of savoury and sweet edibles in Southeast Asian cuisines. The seeds can also be eaten when cooked. The name durian comes from the Malay word duri (thorn) together with the suffix -an (for building a noun in Malay), meaning "thorny fruit."

There are 30 recognised Durio species, all native to Southeast Asia and at least nine of which produce edible fruit. Durio zibethinus is the only species available in the international market; other species are sold in their local region. There are hundreds of durian cultivars, and most of them have both a common name and also a code number starting with "D". Many consumers express preferences for specific cultivars, which fetch higher prices in the market.


http://ezinearticles.com/?Mangosteen-and-Cancer&id=408771
http://durian.timtyler.org/
http://antiagingchoices.com/newsletters/2007_antiagingchoices_newsletters/nl_sept_9.htm


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Scientific Evidence Proves Significant Anti-Cancer Effect of Milk Thistle

Scientific Evidence Proves Significant Anti-Cancer Effect of Milk Thistle:

"(NaturalNews) Milk Thistle has been used in the treatment of liver diseases including liver cancer for years. It heals the liver by lowering enzyme levels and assisting the liver in its process of detoxifying the body. Herbalists and Chinese Physicians have prescribed milk thistle for all types of liver disorders including cirrhosis, inflammation, high liver enzymes, jaundice, hardening of the liver, hepatitis and liver cancer. Herbalists recommend milk thistle for any type of cancer as it is vital in aiding detoxification of the blood."



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Cancer Killer: The Sour Cherry

The Sour Cherry, (Prunus cerasus) is a species of Prunus in the subgenus Cerasus (cherries), native to much of Europe and southwest Asia. It is closely related to the Wild Cherry (P. avium), also known as sweet cherry, but has a fruit which is more acidic, and so is useful primarily for culinary purposes.

The tree is smaller than the Wild Cherry, growing up to 4-10 m tall, and has twiggy branches, whilst the crimson to black fruit is borne on shorter stalks.

Cherries contain the anti-cancer bioflavonoid quercetin
http://tartelette.blogspot.com/2007/03/sour-cherries-avocado-and-mascarpone.html

Anthocyanins from sour cherry have been shown to possess strong antioxidant
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1082898

Additionally, sour cherries are a potent source of seventeen beneficial antioxidants.
http://thefruitstand.net/facts.html




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Cancer Killer: The Blackcurrant

The Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum) is a species of Ribes berry native to central and northern Europe and northern Asia. In French it is called a "cassis".

It is a small shrub growing to 1–2 m tall. The leaves are alternate, simple,3-5 cm long and broad, and palmately lobed with five lobes, with a serrated margin. The flowers are 4–6 mm diameter, with five reddish-green to brownish petals; they are produced in racemes 5–10 cm long. The fruit is an edible berry 1 cm diameter, very dark purple in colour, almost black, with a glossy skin and a persistent calyx at the apex, and containing several seeds.

Plants from Asia are sometimes distinguished as a separate variety Ribes nigrum var. sibiricum, or even as a distinct species Ribes cyathiforme.

The fruit has a high natural vitamin C content. Like the redcurrant (and unlike the Zante currant, a type of grape which is often dried), it is classified in the genus Ribes.

In addition to the high levels of vitamin C, studies have also shown concentrated blackcurrant to be an effective Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (Bormann, et al. 1991.) Fifty grams of 5.5X concentrate was found to inhibit 92% of the Monoamine oxidase enzymes. Blackcurrant seed oil is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a very rare essential fatty acid.


http://www.medindia.com/news/Blackcurrants-can-Protect-from-Heart-Disease-Cancer-22312-1.htm
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/5141958.html
http://www.drugs.com/npp/black-currant.html



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Cancer Killers: Black Chokeberry

The chokeberries (Aronia) are two species of deciduous shrubs in the family Rosaceae, native to eastern North America and most commonly found in wet woods and swamps. The two species are readily distinguished by their fruit color, from which the common names derive. The leaves are alternate, simple, and oblanceolate with crenate margins and pinnate venation; in autumn the leaves turn a bold red color. Dark trichomes are present on the upper midrib surface. The flowers are small, with 5 petals and 5 sepals, and produced in corymbs of 10-25 together. Hypanthium is urn-shaped. The fruit is a small pome, with a very astringent, bitter flavor; it is eaten by birds (birds do not taste astringency and feed on them readily), which then disperse the seeds in their droppings. The name "chokeberry" comes from the astringency of the fruits which are inedible when raw.

Aronia is closely related to Photinia, and has been included in that genus in some classifications (Robertson et al. 1991).

Red chokeberry, Aronia arbutifolia, grows to 2-4 m tall, rarely up to 6 m. Leaves are 5-8 cm long and densely pubescent on the underside. The flowers are white or pale pink, 1 cm diameter, with glandular sepals. The fruit is red, 4-10 mm diameter, persisting into winter.

Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa)Black chokeberry, Aronia melanocarpa, tends to be smaller, rarely exceeding 1 m tall, rarely 3 m, and spreads readily by root sprouts. The leaves are smaller, not more than 6 cm long, with terminal glands on leaf teeth and a glabrous underside. The flowers are white, 1.5 cm diameter, with glabrous sepals. The fruit is black, 6-9 mm diameter, not persisting into winter.

The two species can hybridise, giving the Purple Chokeberry, Aronia x prunifolia. Leaves are moderately pubescent on the underside. Few to no glands are present on the sepal surface. The fruit is dark purple to black, 7-10 mm in diameter, not persisting into winter.

Flavonoids from black chokeberries, Aronia melanocarpa
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6WJH-4CCF8NY-2&_user=10&_rdoc=1&_fmt=&_orig=search&_sort=d&view=c&_acct=C000050221&_version=1&_urlVersion=0&_userid=10&md5=c34bcde5af20b2e23d37a730cd093ac3

CHANGES IN ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF BLACK CHOKEBERRY JUICE
http://www.food.actapol.net/issue6/volume2/5_2_2007.pdf

Bowleserised: Juice of the Week XI: Black Chokeberry
http://bowleserised.blogspot.com/2006/07/juice-of-week-xi-black-chokeberry.html


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Cancer Killer: Black Raspberry

Rubus occidentalis is a species of Rubus native to eastern North America. The common name Black Raspberry is shared with the closely related western American species Rubus leucodermis. Other names occasionally used include wild black raspberry, black caps, black cap raspberry, and thimbleberry.

Black Raspberries Show Multiple Defenses In Thwarting Cancer
http://www.osu.edu/researchnews/archive/canberry.htm
LSU AgCenter . Black Raspberry May Be a New Cancer Fighter
http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/food_health/health/chronic_diseases/cancer/Black+Raspberry+May+Be+a+New+Cancer+Fighter.htm
Black Raspberries Yield Possible Skin Cancer Treatment
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/04/070418074348.htm


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Cancer Killer: Bilberry

Bilberry is a name given to several species of low-growing shrubs in the genus Vaccinium (family Ericaceae) that bear tasty fruits. The species most often referred to is Vaccinium myrtillus L., also known as European blueberry, blaeberry, whortleberry, whinberry (or winberry), myrtle blueberry, fraughan, and probably other names regionally. They were called black-hearts in 19th century southern England, according to Thomas Hardy's 1878 novel, The Return of the Native, (pg. 311, Oxford World's Classics edition).

The word bilberry is also sometimes used in the common names of other species of the genus, including Vaccinium uliginosum L. (bog bilberry, bog blueberry, bog whortleberry, bog huckleberry, northern bilberry), Vaccinium caespitosum Michx. (dwarf bilberry), Vaccinium deliciosum Piper (Cascade bilberry), Vaccinium membranaceum (mountain bilberry, black mountain huckleberry, black huckleberry, twin-leaved huckleberry), and Vaccinium ovalifolium (oval-leafed blueberry, oval-leaved bilberry, mountain blueberry, high-bush blueberry).

Bilberries are found in damp, acidic soils throughout the temperate and subarctic regions of the world. They are closely related to North American wild and cultivated blueberries and huckleberries in the genus Vaccinium. The easiest way to distinguish the bilberry is that it produces single or pairs of berries on the bush instead of clusters like the blueberry. Another way to distinguish them is that while blueberry fruit pulp is light green, bilberry is red or purple. In this way you can also distinguish the bilberry eater from the blueberry eater by his red fingers and lips. Bilberry is used as a food plant by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species - see list of Lepidoptera that feed on Vaccinium.


http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12502387

http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/bilberry-000225.htm

http://www.nutraingredients.com/news/ng.asp?n=80338-bilberry-colorectal-cancer-mirtoselect

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