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Broccoli and Cauliflower Slash Prostate Cancer Risks By Half
Between them, cauliflower can cut the chances of developing the cancer by 52 per cent, while broccoli can reduce the risk by as much as 45 per cent, say researchers. Although the two vegetables have long been thought to protect against the disease, this is the first study to show they are particularly good at preventing dangerous forms of prostate cancer.
At the same time, this study shows that other fruits and vegetables do not have the same impact.
The findings stemmed from a survey of 29,000 men spanning four years. They were regularly screened for signs of prostate cancer. Researchers also monitored their eating habits, particularly their intake of different vegetables.
The results published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute also question the cancer-preventing powers of foods such as tomatoes.
In the study, the researchers could notice that the numbers diagnosed with fast-growing tumors likely to spread through the body, were much lower for those who ate broccoli or cauliflower at least once a week. Incidentally, these vegetables are thought to be rich in compounds that protect against damage to DNA.
Almost 32,000 cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed every year in Britain, and 10,000 men die from it which is, more than one an hour. The risks increase with age; men over 50 more likely to develop a tumor. A strong genetic link exists too.
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08/05/2007
Cabbage and Cauliflower are not the SAME!!!
Your title says cabbage , the gist refers to cauliflower.
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08/04/2007
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