Food that Helps Fight off Cancer

CANADA—A recent study conducted at the University of Waterloo and published in the journal Cancer Research found that Avocado could help fight off cancer.

The researchers analyzed the effects of different nutrients found in avocados had on cancer prevention. They focused on a specific compound called avocatin B; they analyzed how this compound affected cancer stem cells, particularly leukemia stem cells.

The team found that avocatin B helped eliminate the source of where the cancer begins by targeting and destroying the cancer cells, while leaving healthy blood untouched. Furthermore, they found that this compound helps make the cancer less toxic to the body.

In addition to fighting off cancer, according to WebMD, the following are additional health benefits associated with consuming avocados:

·         High in potassium, which helps control blood pressure

·         High in B vitamins, which help fight off disease and infections

·         They are low in sugar and high in fiber, which helps you feel full longer

If you are interested in fighting off cancer or receiving some of these other health benefits, you might want to consider adding avocado to your daily diet.


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