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Broccoli
Contains vitamins C, A, Beta Carotene and Fiber.
Carrots
2 carrots every other day provide enough beta carotene to reduce stroke risk by half for men who already have symptoms of heart disease
Chili Peppers
The heat source in chilis, capsaicin, is an antioxidant. Contains blood thinning properties to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol, protects DNA against carcinogens, may stimulate release of endorphins ("natural high" chemicals)
Spinach
Contains vitamins A and C, folic acid and magnesium which help control cancer, reduces heart disease and stroke risk, blocks free radicals and may help prevent osteoporosis.
Mushrooms
Contain beta-glucan, which stimulates immune system. Shitake, enoki, zhuling and reishi all have anti-cancer and antiviral effects
Tomatoes
Contain lycopenes - an antioxidant more potent than vitamin C. Stimulates immune function and may slow degenerative diseases
Strawberries
Contains ellagic acid, which contains anti-cancer properties
Papaya, Pineapple & Kiwi
High amounts of enzymes that help combat everything from autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer to AIDS
Mangoes
Contains bioflavonoids that aid the immune system
Citrus Fruits
Contains vitamin C which helps your body fight cancers (lung, cervical, esophagus & stomach). Rich in bioflavonoids.
Apricots
Fresh apricots are high in beta-carotene. Also contains vitamin C and fiber.
Bananas
Rich in magnesium (helps protect circulatory system), potassium and slowly-absorbed sugars. Good source of pectin (a soluble fiber). Prevents radical swings in blood sugar
Garlic
May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. May contain chemicals capable of destroying cancer cells
Green Tea
Green tea contains polyphenols, which may reduce heart disease, cancer and stroke risk
Beans
High in protein and complex carbohydrates. Contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. Contains phytochemicals and protease inhibitors that may help prevent cancer
Soybeans & Tofu
Lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol levels in bloodstream which reduces heart disease risk. Studies have shown that people who regularly eat soy products have reduced risk or lower rates of prostate, colon, lung, rectal and stomach cancers.
Salmon
Contains omega-3 oils to fight heart disease. Contains calcium, magnesium, protein and B-vitamins.
Oats
Oat bran lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. May reduce risk of colon cancer. Oatmeal contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Contains vitamins C, A, Beta Carotene and Fiber.
Carrots
2 carrots every other day provide enough beta carotene to reduce stroke risk by half for men who already have symptoms of heart disease
Chili Peppers
The heat source in chilis, capsaicin, is an antioxidant. Contains blood thinning properties to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol, protects DNA against carcinogens, may stimulate release of endorphins ("natural high" chemicals)
Spinach
Contains vitamins A and C, folic acid and magnesium which help control cancer, reduces heart disease and stroke risk, blocks free radicals and may help prevent osteoporosis.
Mushrooms
Contain beta-glucan, which stimulates immune system. Shitake, enoki, zhuling and reishi all have anti-cancer and antiviral effects
Tomatoes
Contain lycopenes - an antioxidant more potent than vitamin C. Stimulates immune function and may slow degenerative diseases
Strawberries
Contains ellagic acid, which contains anti-cancer properties
Papaya, Pineapple & Kiwi
High amounts of enzymes that help combat everything from autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer to AIDS
Mangoes
Contains bioflavonoids that aid the immune system
Citrus Fruits
Contains vitamin C which helps your body fight cancers (lung, cervical, esophagus & stomach). Rich in bioflavonoids.
Apricots
Fresh apricots are high in beta-carotene. Also contains vitamin C and fiber.
Bananas
Rich in magnesium (helps protect circulatory system), potassium and slowly-absorbed sugars. Good source of pectin (a soluble fiber). Prevents radical swings in blood sugar
Garlic
May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. May contain chemicals capable of destroying cancer cells
Green Tea
Green tea contains polyphenols, which may reduce heart disease, cancer and stroke risk
Beans
High in protein and complex carbohydrates. Contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. Contains phytochemicals and protease inhibitors that may help prevent cancer
Soybeans & Tofu
Lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol levels in bloodstream which reduces heart disease risk. Studies have shown that people who regularly eat soy products have reduced risk or lower rates of prostate, colon, lung, rectal and stomach cancers.
Salmon
Contains omega-3 oils to fight heart disease. Contains calcium, magnesium, protein and B-vitamins.
Oats
Oat bran lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. May reduce risk of colon cancer. Oatmeal contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.