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THERE are a hundred and one ways to decrease the risk
of cancer. Let’s start with the natural products. Among the
organic ones known to help prevent this disease are broccoli,
brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, eggplant, green
beans, kale, red onions, peppers, radishes, squash, sweet potatoes,
tomatoes, yams, apricots, blueberries, grapefruit, grapes, lemons,
mangoes, oranges, papayas, peaches, persimmons, strawberries and
tangerines. Soy is also known to contain certain anticancer
properties.
In an experiment, animals given
diets high in soy developed fewer tumors after being exposed to
cancer-causing chemicals called carcinogens. But what exactly is it
about soy that makes it effective in preventing cancer? The answer
lies in a special component called genistein.
Genistein is the most potent
anticancer compound in soy. It is a phytonutrient better known as
isoflavone. Isoflavones are estrogen-like substances made by some
plants, and they are found in the highest concentrations in soy.
They stunt the growth of new blood vessels necessary for a tumor to
survive. Like the phytochemicals present in plant foods, the
genistein in soy is effective in lowering the risk of cancer.
Vitasoy, the brainchild of
founder Dr. K. S. Lo from China, is an entire line of soymilk that
not only tastes great but also provides remarkably healthful
nutrition for the entire family. Drinking a cup of this delicious,
full-bodied, vegetable protein-packed wonder daily, along with a
balanced diet, is a fruitful and responsible step toward a life
filled with wellness. .
For more information about
Vitasoy and how its products can improve the quality of life, visit http://www.vitasoy.com
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