Drinks
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Cherry Juice
chlorogenic acid
Grape Juice
resveratrol
Green Tea
Rich in polyphenols, including catechins ellagic acid, caffeic acid, theaflavin, L-theanine
- reduces growth of the new vessels needed for tumors to grow and mestastases
- Antioxidant and detoxifier
anti-carcinogenic, reduces collagen breakdown
White Tea
Rich in polyphenols, including catechins ellagic acid, caffeic acid, theaflavin, L-theanine
Higher anti-aging and anti-oxidant potential than Green Tea
Pomegranate juice
punicalagins
antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Reduce development of prostate cancer
Red Wine
resveratrol, polyphenols
decreases platelet activity, lowers cholesterol & has anti-cancer properties
Protects healthy cells against aging
Eggs
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Eggs
omega-3
Fish
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
All fish
DHA, EPA
Reduces inflammation, supports mental & visual functionng
Thought to fight brain cancer, reduce risk of heart disease, and regulates cell growth
anchovies (whole)
- protein
- omega-3
cod
- protein
- omega-3
eel
- protein
- omega-3
mackeral
- protein
- Vitamin D
- omega-3
salmon
- protein, fats
- omega-3
- biotin
sardines (only those in olive oil)
- protein
- Vitamin D
shellfish
- protein
- omega-3
tuna (white albacore)
- protein
- Vitamin D
Fruit
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Berries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- phenolic acid
combats free radical damage
may help prevent the spread of cancer cells
Blackberries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- fiber
- manganese
- resveratrol
promotes healing process
Blueberries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- fiber
- manganese
Cranberries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- resveratrol/ pterostilbane
detoxifies cells
promotes heart health
Raspberries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- fiber
- manganese
Stimulates the mechanisms for elimination of carcinegic substance
Strawberries
- polyphenols
- ellagic acid
- phenolic acid
Cherries
anthocyanins
- bolster cellular antioxidants defenses
- neutralize free radicals & have antimicrobial action
- promotes heart health
- promotes urinary track health
Citrus Fruits
flavonoids
anti-inflammatory stimulate the detoxification of carcinogenics by the liver
grapefruit
flavonoids
lemons
flavonoids
oranges
flavonoids
tangerines
flavonoids
Grapes
resveratrol/ pterostilbene
promotes heart health and raises HDL (good cholesterol)
Persimmons
- Vitamin A
- lycopene
- potassium
Pineapple
bromelain
anti-inflammatory
Pomegranates
- antioxidant
- anti-inflammatory
Reduce development of prostate cancer
Stone Fruits
Vitamin C
rich in anti-cancer elements
Contains anti-cancer agents
Apricots
- Vitamin A
- lycopene
- potassium
Colon and heart health
Peaches
- soluble fiber
- potassium
Plums
- soluble fiber
- potassium
fights breast cancer and colon cancer, promotes heart and colon health
Nectarines
- soluble fiber
- potassium
Grains/Carbs
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Grains/Carbs
- Fiber
- protease and oligosaccharide inhibiters
energy, maintain healthy digestive tract
Lower glycemic levels, decrease cholesterol and lower insulin levels
bread-multigrain
bread-sourdough
bulgur
oatmeal
quinoa
rice (basmatic)
rice (Thai)
rice (whole grain)
Herbs & Spices
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Alliums
- Selenium
- anti-bacterial properties
Reduces carcinogenic effect Regulate blood sugar levels which reduces insulin secretion
Reduces growth of cancer cells - colon, kidney, brain, lung, breast
chives
diallyl disulfide
garlic
diallyl disulfide
leeks
diallyl disulfide
onion
diallyl disulfide
shallots
diallyl disulfide
Cooking Herbs
basil
celery
apigenin
apoptosis in cancer cells and anti-inflammatory
marjarom
terpene
mint
terpene
oregano
terpene
parsley
apigenin
apoptosis in cancer cells and anti-inflammatory
rosemary
- carnosol
- terpene
antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
thyme
terpene
Spices
Curry
anti-inflammatory
antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
Ginger
- anti-inflammatory
- antioxidant
helps reduce the creation of new blood vessels
Acts against certain cancer cells
Tumeric
- anti-inflammatory
- antioxidant
helps stimulate apoptosis in cancer cells to inhibit angiogenesis
Seaweed
- fucoidan, fucoxanthin
- carotenoid/ carnosol
- antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
slows cell growth
inhibit growth in prostate cancer
Meat (organic)
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Meat (organic)
- omega-3
- Vitamin D
in moderation
Poultry (organic)
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Poultry (organic)
- omega-3
- Vitamin D
in moderation
Snacks - Nuts
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Snacks - Nuts
Vitamin E
almonds
magnesium
hazel nuts
- vegetarian omega-3
- magnesium
pecans
ellagic acid
walnuts
- vegetarian omega-3
- magnesium
Dark chocolate (more than 70% cocoa)
proanthocyanidins, polyphenols
antioxidants
slows growth of cancer cells
Soy (organic)
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Soy (organic)
- proteins
- lignans
- isoflavones
may slow the growth of estrogen dependent tumors
miso
soy milk
soybeans
soy yogurt
tofu
tempeh
Vegetables
Item
Healthful Properties
Benefits
Comments
Cabbages
sulforaphane
Thought to fight brain, lung, prostate, breast and colon cancer
bok choy
- sulforaphane
- indole-3-carbinol
powerful anti-cancer molecule
broccoli
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin C
- folate
Detoxifies certain carcinagenic substances
brussels sprouts
cauliflower
biotin
kale
Leaf Greens
- folate
- potassium
decreases cancer cell proliferation
- Thought to fight colon cancer
- May protect against lung cancer
- Promotes healthy eyes, may prevent heart disease, stroke, and esophageal cancer
Spinach
- Vitamin K
- magnesium
- iron
- chormium
- folate
promotes eye and brain health
Rich in Carotenoids
beets
- beta-carotene
- lycopene
- Vitamin A
carrots
- beta-carotene
- lycopene
- Vitamin A
pumpkin
- beta-carotene
- lycopene
squash
- beta-carotene
- lycopene
- Vitamin A
sweet potatoes
- beta-carotene
- lycopene
- Vitamin A
tomatoes/sauce
- beta-carotene
- lycopene