nuts to cancer

by **unfeigned_force** Thu Jun 11, 2009 3:45 am

If you're not already snacking on a handful of nuts daily to help protect your heart, here's a reason that might sway you.

Walnuts, almonds, and pistachios contain a potent substance that may
thwart cancerous tumors. Legumes are similarly loaded with the mighty
compound, so there's no reason to leave those peanuts at the bottom of
the can of mixed nuts.

A Tongue-Twisting Treat
A key enzyme involved in cancer growth may be inhibited by -- you ready
for this? -- inositol pentakisphosphate. Luckily, you don't need to
know how to say it to benefit from it! Just know that it's good for you
and found in abundance in nuts, wheat bran, and most legumes.
Apparently, the compound is so powerful it could hold promise for
future cancer treatments. And a nontoxic way to kill cancer cells would
surely be welcome.
More Nutty Nutrients
Nuts are chock-full of good-for-you vitamins, nutrients, and
phytochemicals, along with healthy monounsaturated fats that help keep
cholesterol down and arteries clear. But stick to about an ounce a day
so you don't overload on calories.

RealAge Benefit: Eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.

TRY IT!
	Go nuts! Keep an airtight jar full of bulk Deluxe Mixed Nuts on hand. The tight seal will keep the inositol pentakisphosphate intact (we can't say it either), so each handful delivers cancer-fighting crunch.