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Title: Cancerous Cells Cannot Thrive Without This
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Published: Jun 15, 2011
Author: Mercola
Post Date: 2011-06-15 11:28:08 by christine
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bgcolor="#FFFFFF"> Recently by Joseph Mercola: The Bottom Line on Sunscreens – Which Sunscreens Are the Safest? var addthis_pub = "egarris"; Not long ago, researchers at the world-renowned University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center published a groundbreaking scientific review of their favorite anti-cancer nutrient – curcumin. Curcumin, along with several other nutrients, is remarkable in that it can actually tell the difference between a healthy cell and a cancer cell. According to Wellness Resources, here is how the researchers explained their interest in curcumin: “‘... Curcumin (diferuloylmethane) ... is one of the most powerful and promising chemopreventive and anticancer agents ... How curcumin exerts its powerful anticancer activities has been thoroughly investigated, and several mechanisms of action have been discovered ... curcumin exerts its biological activities through epigenetic modulation.’” In other words, curcumin changes the regulation of DNA to help kill cancer. In fact, curcumin not only influences epigenetic settings, it also manages the downstream consequences, helping to guide multiple steps in the way gene orders are implemented. Sources: Genes and Nutrition May 2011; 6(2):93-108 Dr. Mercola's Comments: The role of epigenetics in health and disease is becoming ever clearer, and I firmly believe this field of study will eventually supplant the current medical paradigm. The conventional belief has been that genes controlled their own expression and were therefore the direct cause of certain diseases. This laid the groundwork for the idea that your genes predetermined your health. But genes are in fact NOT self-regulating. Having "bad genes," does not at all mean you're doomed to suffer some inevitable fate. Genes are merely blueprints, and these blueprints are activated and controlled by something else entirely, namely their environment. This environmental information – which includes diet, toxic exposures, as well as thoughts and emotions, and more – can create more than 30,000 different variations from each blueprint, allowing for an astounding amount of leeway in modifying the expression or "read-out" of each gene! As a result of these findings, we're now finally seeing science alter its course to investigate the power of optimal nutrition to improve health and prevent chronic disease from occurring in the first place. To anyone who is well-versed in alternative medicine, this is simply common sense. But many are still in denial about the power each individual wields over their own health, and that preventing disease and even treating disease can be as simple as modifying your diet and lifestyle – essentially, altering the environment of your body, to provide the best, most health promoting growth medium possible for all your cells. Part of the explanation for why food can have such a powerful influence on serious diseases such as cancer is due to its influence on a biological process called angiogenesis – the process your body uses to build blood vessels. Cancerous cells, like all other cells in your body, cannot thrive without the oxygen and nutrients supplied by your capillaries. Excessive angiogenesis (too many blood vessels) promote diseases such as cancer. Most of us actually carry around microscopic cancer cell clusters in our bodies all the time. The reason why we all don't develop cancer is because as long as your body has the ability to balance angiogenesis properly, it will prevent blood vessels from forming to feed these microscopic tumors. Trouble will only arise if, and when, the cancer cells manage to get their own blood supply, at which point they can transform from harmless to deadly. As our ancestors intuitively understood, Nature has laced a large number of foods and herbs with naturally occurring inhibitors of angiogenesis, rendering them natural "anti-cancer medicines." Simply by consuming these anti-angiogenetic foods you can naturally boost your body's defense system and prevent blood vessels from forming and feeding the microscopic tumors that exist in your body at any given time. I've previously written about a number of different foods found to have particularly powerful epigenetic influence, such as broccoli and resveratrol, but many researchers consider the curcumin in turmeric to have the greatest potential in combating cancer. It's now becoming more widely accepted that cancer is not pre-programmed into your genes, but rather it's the environment of your body that regulates your genetic expression that can trigger cancer to occur. Adverse epigenetic influences that can damage or mutate DNA and alter genetic expression, allowing cancer to proliferate, include: Curcumin currently has the most evidence-based literature supporting its use against cancer than any other nutrient. Interestingly this also includes the metabolite of curcumin and its derivatives, which are also anti-cancerous. Best of all, curcumin appears to be safe in the treatment of all cancers. Researchers have found that curcumin can affect more than 100 different pathways, once it gets into the cell. More specifically, curcumin has been found to: However, much of curcumin's power seems to lie in its ability to modulate genetic activity and expression – both by destroying cancer cells, and by promoting healthy cell function. It also promotes anti-angiogenesis, i.e. it helps prevent the development of additional blood supply necessary for cancer cell growth as discussed above. For example, a 2005 study in Biochemical Pharmacology found that curcumin can help slow the spread of breast cancer cells to the lungs in mice. "Curcumin acts against transcription factors, which are like a master switch," said lead researcher, Bharat Aggarwal. "Transcription factors regulate all the genes needed for tumors to form. When we turn them off, we shut down some genes that are involved in the growth and invasion of cancer cells." Another study in Biochemical Pharmacology also found that curcumin inhibits the activation of NF-kappaB, a regulatory molecule that signals genes to produce a slew of inflammatory molecules (including TNF, COX-2 and IL-6) that promote cancer cell growth. The growing interest in curcumin over the past 50 years is understandable when you consider the many health benefits researchers have found when studying this herb. According to studies, curcumin may help: To get the full benefits curcumin has to offer, look for a turmeric extract that contains 100 percent certified organic ingredients, with at least 95 percent curcuminoids. The formula should be free of fillers, additives and excipients (a substance added to the supplement as a processing or stability aid), and the manufacturer should use safe production practices at all stages: planting, cultivation, selective harvesting, and then producing and packaging the final product. Unfortunately, at the present time there really are no formulations available for the use against cancer. This is because relatively high doses are required and curcumin is not absorbed that well. According to Dr. William LaValley, one of the leading medicine cancer physicians I personally know, typical anticancer doses are up to three grams of good bioavailable curcumin extract, three to four times daily. One work-around is to use the curcumin powder and make a microemulsion of it by combining a tablespoon of the powder and mixing it into 1-2 egg yolks and a teaspoon or two of melted coconut oil.Then use a high speed hand blender to emulsify the powder. The curcumin will gradually fall out of solution however. In about six hours it will be a 6 percent solution, so it's best to drink the water within four hours. Be aware that curcumin is a very potent yellow pigment and can permanently discolor surfaces if you aren't careful. It is encouraging to see cancer research on herbs such as turmeric. However, it's virtually impossible to discuss cancer prevention and treatment without touching on one of the absolute best cancer prevention nutrients ever discovered, namely vitamin D. Despite its name, vitamin D is actually a powerful neuro-regulatory steroid, and it's likely more potent than curcumin, as its epigenetic influence covers more than 2,000 genes in your body – or about 10 percent of all genes! There are also more than 830 peer reviewed scientific studies showing vitamin D's effectiveness in the treatment of cancer. Personally, I believe it is virtually malpractice to not optimize vitamin D levels when treating someone with cancer. In this case, your vitamin D levels should be around 70-100 ng/ml. For more information about optimizing your vitamin D levels, please see my previous article Test Values and Treatment for Vitamin D Deficiency. Contrary to 'conventional wisdom,' chemotherapy is rarely the best option for cancer treatment as it usually typically doesn't cure cancer or extend life, and it rarely improves the quality of life. Dr. Ralph Moss, who is the author of eight books on cancer treatment, has reviewed thousands of studies as part of the research for his books – and he has not found one single good study showing that chemo cures cancer or extends life. What chemo does do, however, is expose your body to toxins that kill all cells that multiply and divide rapidly. This includes not only cancer cells, but also other rapidly multiplying and dividing cells, such as bone marrow, reproductive system cells and hair follicles. These are powerful drugs that present an assault on your system – one that your body must then overcome along with the cancer. And the effects do not end right after the treatment. One UCLA study found that chemotherapy can actually change the blood flow and metabolism of your brain in ways that can linger for 10 years or more after treatment. GreenMedInfo.com has a listing of 1,456 curcumin studies, hundreds of which relate specifically to curcumin's effect on different types of cancer. I believe you can virtually eliminate your risk of cancer and other chronic disease, and radically improve your chances of recovering from cancer if you currently have it, by following some relatively simple risk reduction strategies – all of which help promote a healthful biological environment in which your cells can thrive and combat disease naturally. You don't read or hear much about these strategies because they have not been formally "proven" yet by conservative researchers. However, did you know that 85 percent of therapies currently recommended by conventional medicine have never been formally proven effective either?! My top 12 cancer prevention strategies include: June 15, 2011 Copyright © 2011 Dr. Joseph Mercola _uacct = "UA-372872-1"; urchinTracker(); >
Cancerous Cells Cannot Thrive Without This
GreenMedInfo.com Curcumin Studies The Power of Food as Medicine
Curcumin – One of the Most Powerful Cancer Gene Regulators
Nutritional deficiencies and hormonal imbalances Toxins and pollution Chronic infections Infectious toxic byproducts Chronic stress Chronic inflammation Free radical damage Thoughts and emotional conflicts Inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells Decrease inflammation Inhibit the transformation of cells from normal to tumor Inhibit the synthesis of a protein thought to be instrumental in tumor formation Help your body destroy mutated cancer cells so they cannot spread throughout your body Help prevent the development of additional blood supply necessary for cancer cell growth (angiogenesis) Other Health Benefits of Curcumin
Reduce cholesterol levels Prevent low-density lipoprotein oxidation Inhibit platelet aggregation Suppress thrombosis and myocardial infarction Suppress symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes Suppress symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis Suppress symptoms of multiple sclerosis Suppress symptoms of Alzheimer's disease Inhibit HIV replication Suppress tumor formation Enhance wound healing Protect against liver damage Increase bile secretion Protect against cataracts Protect against pulmonary toxicity and fibrosis How to Use Curcumin
Another strategy that can help increase absorption is to put one tablespoon of the curcumin powder into a quart of boiling water. It must be boiling when you add the powder as it will not work as well if you put it in room temperature water and heat the water and curcumin. After boiling it for ten minutes you will have created a 12 percent solution that you can drink once it has cooled down. It will have a woody taste. Please Remember the Cancer Treatment BASICS
Cancer Treatments: Chemo or Natural?
For Additional Curcumin Studies
Natural (and Epigenetic) Cancer Prevention Strategies
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#1. To: christine (#0)
Do you think this stuff works?
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This is just one of many natural ways to kill cancer. Apricot seeds are also said to target just cancer cells and leave healthy cells alone. They work in a much different way than curcumin though. They actually contain a bounded molecule that contains cyanide. Something about the cell process of a cancer cell causes the cyanide to break free from this bond and kills the cancer cell. In a healthy cell however the cyanide never breaks free and has no detrimental effect to them. This is probably one reason the FDA made the pill form of this molecule illegal to sell in the early 1970s. However, no one that I know of has ever died from eating Apricot seeds. I am going to eat them to try to prevent ever getting cancer. They are extremely cheap, probably even cheaper than curcumin.
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Interesting!
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where do you get apricot seeds?
I've reached the age where everything used to better, even if it wasn't.
We order from www.nu-gen.com, or 1-888-446-8184. Very potent kernels, and reasonably priced.
Thanks for posting this, christine. In addition to the above, I'd like to add that taking Serrapeptase (you can order this through Vitacost.com) and Ginger are also know to kill cancer in its tracks. Also, I have read that drinking red wine is known to also work as an agent to kill cancer cells. Also, drinking tea, whether hot or cold is also another good one. Tea drinking is good also for the prevention of tooth cavities as well as brushing with baking soda.
I have been taking Serrapeptase for a little while. I hope it is even half as good as the hype I have read about it.
Liberty is not a means to a higher political end. It is itself the highest political end. Lord Acton He (Gordon Duff) also implies that forcibly removing Obama, a Constitution-hating, on-the-down-low, crackhead Communist, is an attack on America, Mom, and apple pie. I swear these military people are worse than useless. Just look around at the condition of the country and tell me if they have fulfilled their oaths to protect the nation from all enemies foreign and domestic. The only difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has it's limits. Albert Einstein
You might want to stop drinking Green Tea, it has tons of fluoride in it.
God is always good!
Keep taking it cause you intake a lot of free radicals that damage your good cells. Ginger is another aide to assist in this effort.
thanks!
I've reached the age where everything used to better, even if it wasn't.
it says they are extremely bitter. are they hard to eat because of that?
I've reached the age where everything used to better, even if it wasn't.
Thanks. I guess I will keep taking it. I started (just yesterday) taking chia seeds too but I'm afraid that I MAY be allergic to them. I left them off today and going to try again tomorrow and see what happens. I hope I can take them because they are supposed to be one of the best things you can add to your diet.
Liberty is not a means to a higher political end. It is itself the highest political end. Lord Acton He (Gordon Duff) also implies that forcibly removing Obama, a Constitution-hating, on-the-down-low, crackhead Communist, is an attack on America, Mom, and apple pie. I swear these military people are worse than useless. Just look around at the condition of the country and tell me if they have fulfilled their oaths to protect the nation from all enemies foreign and domestic. The only difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has it's limits. Albert Einstein
I know people who can't chew them 'cause of bitterness, but I don't have a problem munching 5-10 one after another. The bitterness signifies the laetrile is present and active. You will taste the same in apple seeds, peach kernels, etc.
Without what, please?
i can't answer that your question because i found the title not apropos.
I've reached the age where everything used to better, even if it wasn't.
Maybe it's curcumin and the title should read, "Cancerous Cells Cannot Thrive With( Whatever you do, when taking the Serrapeptase and Ginger together, do so on an empty stomach. Then eat later (about 3 hours later). The reason is if you eat first and then take the ginger and Serrapeptase, chances are you'll wind up vomiting everything.
Yes, I had read that Serrapeptase should be taken on an empty stomach but I thought it was because it worked better that way. Didn't know it made you sick (but then I haven't taken it with ginger either).
Liberty is not a means to a higher political end. It is itself the highest political end. Lord Acton He (Gordon Duff) also implies that forcibly removing Obama, a Constitution-hating, on-the-down-low, crackhead Communist, is an attack on America, Mom, and apple pie. I swear these military people are worse than useless. Just look around at the condition of the country and tell me if they have fulfilled their oaths to protect the nation from all enemies foreign and domestic. The only difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has it's limits. Albert Einstein
Yeah, but they taste like shit.
It is vital to understand that there is no truth without discernment and no wisdom without the truth. What then is “faith” but an effort to confound truth and wisdom?
It's not too time-consuming to munch on a few apricot kernels, No offense, but do you think stuff should taste like pizza or ice cream/>?
No, LOL. I eat to live. I don't live to eat. I was just thinking of the scene in Crocodile Dundee where Dundee gives the blonde some snake to eat. She asks him, "Do people eat this stuff?" He tells her, "Oh, you can live on it, but it tastes like shit."
It is vital to understand that there is no truth without discernment and no wisdom without the truth. What then is “faith” but an effort to confound truth and wisdom?
It does pay to read the intructions. For Serrapeptase, you should take it on an empty stomach. Not kidding either. I learned from that mistake. Now taking the Ginger is more potent. The best way to avoid getting sick from these two is to take them on an empty stomach; preferrably in the morning. If you're having your morning coffee an hour later you won't get sick. It's when you put food in your system that it may interfere. Eat about 3 to 4 hours later. Make certain to drink plenty of water. Set yourself up a schedule to take these two supplements say around 5 am and then wait several hours later for your system to absorb them. What happens is when you take these two herbs on an empty stomach, they go to work faster pushing out toxins and other waste material out of the body. If you start eating automatically after taking the two, it will cause you to suddenly heave up everything. :(
If I was able to get up at 5 I wouldn't need medicine, lol! >(;^{] Thanks for the info. edited to add this: I usually drink my coffee directly afer taking the Serrapeptase. And I have eaten shortly after taking it too because I took it on an empty stomach. I haven't gotten sick from eating shortly after taking it but I guess it might be better to give it time to get into your blood stream first (I really don't know).
Liberty is not a means to a higher political end. It is itself the highest political end. Lord Acton He (Gordon Duff) also implies that forcibly removing Obama, a Constitution-hating, on-the-down-low, crackhead Communist, is an attack on America, Mom, and apple pie. I swear these military people are worse than useless. Just look around at the condition of the country and tell me if they have fulfilled their oaths to protect the nation from all enemies foreign and domestic. The only difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has it's limits. Albert Einstein
Well maybe not getting up at 5 am. I can understand that. The first chance you roll out of bed to visit the bathroom in the early morning hours should be the best chance to take them. Then go back to bed. I'm definitely not a morning person!
#2. To: christine (#0)
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#3. To: RickyJ (#2)
This is just one of many natural ways to kill cancer.
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#4. To: christine (#0)
I take turmeric, curry powder, green tea and 7,000 units of Vitamin D3every day. I also take vitamin C and bioflavonoids 6 times a day. I also take colloidal minerals.
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#8. To: christine (#0)
Curcumin, along with several other nutrients, is remarkable in that it can actually tell the difference between a healthy cell and a cancer cell.
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#10. To: christine (#9)
where do you get apricot seeds?
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#12. To: purplerose (#11)
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#18. To: christine (#16)
it says they are extremely bitter. are they hard to eat because of that?
#19. To: christine (#0)
Cancerous Cells Cannot Thrive Without This
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#21. To: christine (#20)
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#22. To: James Deffenbach (#17)
#23. To: purplerose (#22)
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#24. To: RickyJ (#2)
However, no one that I know of has ever died from eating Apricot seeds
#25. To: angK (#24)
taste like shit.
#26. To: CadetD (#25)
No offense, but do you think stuff should taste like pizza or ice cream/>?
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#28. To: purplerose (#27)
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