Anti-Cancer Fruits
“Which Of The Favors Of
Your Lord Will You Deny?”
Eat Wisely And Keep
The Doctors Away!
(M. Javed Naseem)
“It is He Who has spread out the earth for
(His) creatures.
Therein is fruit and date-palms,
producing spathes
(enclosing dates); also
corn, with (its)
leaves and stalk for fodder,
and sweet-smelling
plants. Then which of
the favors of your
Lord will you deny?”
(al-Quran 55:10-13)
Humans are the most beautiful and fascinating creation of
the Almighty Lord, Who is the Supreme Creator! The Most Merciful Allah created
this planet Earth for us humans and in it provided us with all kinds of things
we need to survive. The universe is full of His bounties and He showers them
onto us when He is pleased. It’s a great privilege (in fact His mercy) that we
enjoy all those bounties (including air, water, food, fruits, vegetables, etc.)
even when we disobey the Lord. He is the Most Merciful, the Best Provider and
the Best Sustainer indeed.
“Who has made the
earth a resting place for
you, and the sky as a
canopy, and sent down
water (rain) from the
sky and brought forth
therewith fruits as a
provision for you. Then
do not set up rivals
unto Allah (in worship)
while you know (that
He Alone has the
right to be
worshipped).”
(al-Quran 2:22)
Allah, the Almighty, reminds us in the Quran in many
different chapters that He is the Creator of everything we are enjoying and
eating in this universe. He is the Sole Provider and Cherisher. We should
reflect and ponder upon it; and eventually be grateful to Him for all His
favors and mercy. There are signs of His dominion in everything.
“It is He Who sends
down water (rain) from the
sky, and with it We
bring forth vegetation of all
kinds, and out of it
We bring forth green stalks,
from which We bring
forth thick clustered grain.
And out of the
date-palm and its spathe come
forth clusters of
dates hanging low and near, and
gardens of grapes,
olives and pomegranates, each
similar (in kind) yet
different (in variety and taste).
Look at their fruits
when they begin to bear,
and the ripeness
thereof. Verily! In these things
there are signs for
people who believe.”
(al-Quran 6:99)
The Merciful God created all kinds of fruits and vegetables,
in different tastes, colors, shapes and sizes. They are not only pleasing to
the eyes but also provide us with nourishment, quench our thirst and feed our
hunger. When we get sick, they can also cure us and cleanse our bodies of all
toxins. If we eat our food (fruits, vegetables and meat) wisely, we can stay
healthy for a longer time and can also keep the doctors away. We should be
moderate and modest in our eating habits.
The experts (nutritionists) recommend eating fresh fruits to
obtain a higher amount of anti-cancer compounds. There are fruits and vegetable
that fight diseases, like cancer. It is recommended that cancer-fighting foods
should make the two-thirds of the meal containing fruits and vegetables, and
one-third containing meat. If we consume fruits on a regular basis, we can
significantly reduce the risk of getting cancer. Here are excerpts from a
doctor’s recommendations:
The Best Anti-Cancer
Fruits
to Include in Your Diet
By Dr. Adem Gunes
(Guest Writer for Wake
Up World)
Fruits offer nutritional gains to the human body in the form
of substances such as Vitamin C, phenols, fiber, folic acid, and antioxidants.
It is a strongly established fact; plenty of evidence shows the anti-cancer properties
of certain compounds in fruits. Specifically, fruits such as pineapple, apple,
avocado, lemon, banana, grapes, and tomato have been found to be the most
effective in preventing and eliminating cancer cells. And, as science has
demonstrated, there are plenty more.
Cancer Fighting Foods
Many studies have supported the immense benefits of fruits
against cancer. A review of 206 studies have concluded that a higher vegetable
and fruit intake is associated with lower risks of cancer in the lungs, colon,
stomach, pancreas, and oral cavity. A study conducted in California found that
recurrence of cancer in women was reduced by half with the consumption of large
amounts of vegetables and fruits in conjunction with regular exercise.
Researchers from Ohio State University also found that high
intake of fruits caused retardation in the proliferation of cancer cells, which
means that fruits can also slow down the rate at which cancer cells multiply.
Pineapples:
The Bromelain enzyme found in pineapples, for instance, is
capable of breaking up the protective layer in tumors. It is found in stem and
fruit of pineapple. It can also promote DNA repair and normal growth of cells.
Hence, apart from its cancer-killing properties, it makes normal cells
healthier and stronger.
Apples:
Procyanidins, found in apples, can induce apoptosis, or
natural death, in cancer cells. Apple peel also contains compounds called
triterpenoids that are highly effective in stopping the growth of cancer cells,
especially those diagnosed with:
Liver
Colon
Breast cancer.
It is the primary reason it is highly advised to eat the
skin of apples after they are washed thoroughly.
Grapes:
Clinical cancer research has also shown evidence that grape
seed extract can kill three-fourths of leukemia cells by triggering a protein
called JNK, which encourages apoptosis in cancer cells. The antioxidant
Resveratrol, found in grape seeds, can also influence natural death of cancer
cells in the:
Lungs
Bowel
Skin
Breast
Stomach
Prostate.
Grape seed extract and Resveratrol, in fact, have been
incorporated in many health supplements because of their therapeutic
properties.
Bananas:
Some compounds in bananas have been found to be effective in
preventing further production of leukemia and liver cancer cells. High
consumption of bananas was also linked to a decrease in the risk of:
Colorectal cancer
Brain cancer
Leukemia
Esophageal cancer
Oral cancer.
They are also rich in potassium, which is good for the
muscles and heart.
Citrus Fruit:
Citrus fruits are an excellent source of Vitamin C.
They also provide the prominent amount of folate, dietary fiber,
potassium, and beta-carotene. Citrus fruits are most beneficial in the
following cancers:
Stomach cancers
Mouth cancers
Larynx cancers
Pharynx cancers
Studies have shown that citrus fruits are advantageous for
heart disease, arthritis, and gallstones. There are several studies that Lemon
has the property to fight cancer. Since, lemon contains vitamin C, that is
already a cancer-fighting agent and also lemon extract affects only the
malignant cells and leave the healthy cells unharmed.
Berries:
The sweet berries are potent anti-cancer compounds.
According to research on mice, Black Raspberries showed reductions in:
Oral cancer
Esophageal cancer
Colon cancer
The berries inhibited the whole spectrum of tumors from
being promoted and initiated. The berries contain ellagic acid that inhibit the
tumor genesis.
Blueberries are one of the most strong
sources of antioxidants. Phytochemicals are cancer-fighting substances that are
found in blueberries. They are also rich in potent antioxidants
(anthocyanosides) and resveratrol.
Strawberries are also a high source of
antioxidants, folic acids, and vitamin C. They have shown to decrease the risk
of esophageal cancer. One cup of strawberries provides oneself with 100% of
your daily recommendation of vitamin C.
Pomegranate:
Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants tannins and flavonoids
that have drawn the researchers’ attention towards its healing properties. Its
extract prevents the growth of:
Breast cancer
Prostate cancer
Colon cancer
Lung cancer
Clinical research has given solid proof that pomegranate is
anti-carcinogenic.
Kiwi:
Kiwi is well known for high vitamin C content than even an
orange. It is also a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C prevents free radical
damage. It consists of flavonoids and carotenoids that protect the DNA from
damage or oxidative stress that is cancer. Being packed with vitamins, it is a
strong immune booster. It proves its effectiveness in healing different cancers
like:
Liver cancer
Stomach cancer
Breast cancer
Lung cancer
Kiwi extracts inhibit cancer cells proliferation. In
addition to this, catechin, which is phytochemical helps in prevention of
cancer and reduce the toxicity of anti-cancer agents.
Soursop:
The tree is called Graviola in Brazil. Soursop contains
prickly green fruit that happens to
kill cancer 10,000 times more than chemotherapy drugs without harmful side
effects to healthy cells. Extracts of the tree selectively kills the malignant
cells in 12 types of cancer including:
Colon cancer
Lung cancer
Prostate cancer
Breast cancer
Pancreatic cancer
For more information about alternative means of cancer
treatment, please visit: Dr. Adem’s website.
(Courtesy: https://wakeup-world.com/2016/03/14/the-best-anti-cancer-fruits-to-include-in-your-diet/)
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