Mangoes: A single mango has your entire recommended
\nAppendix 359<\/p>\n
daily amount for beta-carotene, 57 mg of vitamin C, and
\nplenty of cancer-fighting antioxidants and heart-healthy
\ncarotenoids.
\nNoni: Used in the Pacific and Caribbean islands for the
\ntreatment of inflammation and pain. Human studies
\nindicate it may help prevent cancer.
\nOranges: One orange provides an impressive 50 g to 70
\ng of vitamin C, 40 mcg of folic acid, 52 mg of calcium, as
\nwell as beta carotene and Vitamins B1, B2, B3, and fiber.
\nTangerines provide similar benefits.
\nPapayas: Called \u201cthe fruit of the angels\u201d by Christopher
\nColumbus, who noticed that the natives (who ate them
\ndaily) were strong and had few health problems (if any).
\nThe nutrients in papaya promote heart health, boost
\nimmune systems, increase male fertility, aid digestion,
\nprevent emphysema, and protect against colon cancer.
\nPapaya contains the digestive enzyme, papain, which is
\nused like bromelain, a similar enzyme found in pineapple,
\nto treat sports injuries, wounds, other trauma, skin
\ndisorders, and allergies.
\nPeaches: Though low in calories (one cup of sliced
\npeaches has only 60 calories) and composed of 80%
\nwater, peaches are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals,
\nand carotenoids. The dose of fiber in peaches acts as a
\ngentle laxative, aids digestion, and may also help combat
\ncancer. A study in China found that men and women who
\nate peaches more than two times per week had less risk of
\ndeveloping cancers of the mouth than those who did not
\neat peaches.
\nPears: Pears are high in fiber, particularly lignin, an
\ninsoluble fiber that helps to move cholesterol out of the
\nbody, and pectin, a soluble fiber which binds to cholesterol, also causing it to be removed from the body. The
\ninsoluble fiber also helps reduce the risk of colon cancer.
\nPears also contain a mineral, boron that play an important
\nrole in keeping bones strong.
\nPomegranates: Contains tons of phytochemicals like
\npotassium, which is great for lowering your blood
\npressure. Studies also suggest that pomegranates, which
\ncontain the most cancer-fighting ellagitannins out of any
\ncommon fruit, can inhibit cancer cell growth, slow the
\nprogression of prostate cancer and reduce the risk of
\natherosclerosis (See \u201cHeart Disease\u201d).
\nPrunes (Dried Plums): Because of their high fiber,
\nprunes are famous for their laxative effect. Prunes are
\nknown for normalizing blood sugar levels, protecting
\nagainst many ailments (heart disease, breast cancer, colon
\ncancer, etc.), and helping with weight loss.
\nRaspberries: High in fiber, as well as vitamin C, natural
\naspirin, ellagic acid and anthocyanins. They appear to have
\nanti-viral and anti-cancer properties, with studies suggesting they may have a role in preventing oral cancer.
\nSquash*: Very high in vitamin A. Also contains fiber,
\nvitamins C, B6, B1, potassium, folate, and other phytonutrients which may help prevent cancer, heart attack,
\nstroke, and high blood pressure. The copper found in
\nsummer squash is also helpful for reducing the painful
\nsymptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
\nStrawberries: Contain high levels of ellagic acid and
\nanthocyanins, and are rich in vitamin C and fiber.
\nStrawberries also display anti-viral and anti-cancer activity,
\nparticularly against liver cancer. In one study, strawberries
\ntopped a list of eight foods most linked to lower rates of
\ncancer deaths among elderly people. Those eating the
\nmost strawberries were three times less likely to develop
\ncancer compared to those eating few or no strawberries.
\nStrawberries also protect against macular degeneration
\nand rheumatoid arthritis.
\nTomatoes*: A major source of lycopene, an antioxidant
\nand anti-cancer agent that intervenes in devastating chain
\nreactions of oxygen free radical molecules. Tomatoes are
\nlinked to lower rates of pancreatic cancer and cervical
\ncancer. Lycopene \u2013 even as found in ketchup \u2013 may also
\nlower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Organic ketchup
\n(which is darker) contains up to 60% more lycopene per
\ngram than regular brands. Researchers have also found
\nthat organic ketchup has the highest levels of vitamins A,
\nC, and E.
\nWatermelons: Contains high amounts of lycopene and
\nglutathione, antioxidant and anti-cancer compounds, and
\nalso displays mild anti-bacterial, anti-coagulant activity.
\nWatermelon boosts energy production, while preventing
\nerectile dysfunction, macular degeneration, and prostate
\ncancer.
\n*Note: Fruits that are often thought of as vegetables.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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