My Approach

When I initially read books on cancer fighting foods, I thought to myself that I already eat these foods. It was true, I already ate most of these foods, but not proactively. For example, I like blueberries, and will eat them anytime. However, I realized that I probably only ate blueberries once every few months. That was the problem.

So I actively set out to try and eat these foods on a regular basis. What I found out, that in the quest to eat all of these foods, I stopped eating some other foods that I know are not good for me. For example, when going out to a bar, instead of the usual Jack Daniels and Coke, I opted for the Red Wine. Instead of the bar burgers as an appetizer, I ordered the Edamame.

I also found myself at the grocery store buying things that I never really bought before such as cabbage, grapefruit juice, and turmeric.

Ultimately, my approach has been to try to include some of these foods in every meal, whether its made at home or eaten at a restaurant.

Now, since it is impossible for me to tell whether this is working or not, it is important to have the attitude of "it can't hurt". There is a wealth of information on the positive effects of these foods both as cancer fighters and as foods that help other conditions, such as high blood pressure. There is very little information out there that states any of these foods are bad for you. So, I concluded, it really can't hurt, and can only help.

The Hot List!

Right off the bat, here is a list of foods that are supposed to be cancer fighters or cancer inhibitors. Please be careful and do your own research as some of these (such as grapefruit) can interact with certain drugs.

1) Brussels Sprouts, Collard Greens, Kale, Watercress, Turnips, White or Red Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Bok Choy
2) Garlic, Onions, Leeks, Shallots, and Chives
3) Soy - Soybens or Edamame, Miso, Soy Sauce, Dry Roasted Soybeans, Tofu, Soy Milk (the less sugar kind)
4) Turmeric - Add a teaspoon to soups, salads, or pasta. If you combine Turmeric with Black Pepper, you enchance its effectiveness by 1,000
5) Green Tea, particularly Japanese Green Tea. Look for the Sencha Type. It is way more effective as a cancer fighter if brewed for 10 minutes. Anything less than 10 hurts the effectiveness.
6) Berries - Raspberries, Blueberries, Strawberries and Cranberries. Cranberries are considered way better than Cranberry Juice
7) Omega 3 Fatty acids - Sardines, Herring, Mackerel, Salmon, Rainbow Trout, freshly milled flaxseed.
8) Tomato Paste, Spaghetti Sauce, Ketchup, Tomato Sauce,
9) Oranges, Grapefruits, Lemons, Mandarins
10) Red wine - 1 to 2 glasses a day for women and 2 to 3 a day for men.
11) Dark Chocolate - must be 70% Cocoa

Introduction!

Recently, someone special to me was diagnosed with colon cancer that required surgery to remove a tumor. I instantly developed an interest in Cancer and what caused it. Specifically, I began reading about food and lifestyle habits.

I'm now convinced that what we eat plays a critical role in whether or not we will develop cancer. I first read the book shown in the right column Foods to Fight Cancer. This book mentions various foods that appear to be cancer fighters or inhibitors. I read multiple other books and websites that appear to support the same theory. I will discuss all of these foods in future posts.

I formed the opinion in doing this research that even if these foods turn out not to help fight cancer, there really isn't much of a downside to trying to implement these foods into my daily dietary regimen.

This blog will essentially share what I have learned, and also provide ways that I have changed my dietary lifestyle.

I recommend people use my blog to learn about this topic but also as a starting point to do their own research. Buy books, read online, keep learning....and beat cancer now!