Cancer Mini Quiz

It’s one of the top killers in the world, and a very heart-breaking diagnosis.  Many people use costly, ineffective ways to deal with cancer, yet somehow fail to explore one of the most simple, easiest paths to healing…food!  Within recent years the public has finally begun to wise up about the link between diet and cancer.  It comes as no surprise then, that food holds the same power to heal as it does to hurt.  And with three chances a day for enhancing well being, utilize the benefits of food to strengthen you and your fight against cancer!

Equally as important, learning to use food in the prevention of cancer can also prove to be a strong defensive link.  While there are several factors that contribute to the growth of cancerous cells, such as environmental pollutants, emotional damage, hereditary disposition, etc., find out how food can be a key player in health, so it is not another cancer-contributing factor.  Why wait until it goes too far?  Invest in yourself; invest in your health; invest in your knowledge!  Food is never “the only answer” for beating cancer but it sure is a good start!  Take my mini quiz; the answers are revealed at the end!  Look for upcoming Cancer Fighting Recipes as well.  Enjoy!

BASIC MINI QUIZ ON CANCER

1) Three basic foods that should be eliminated if a person has cancer:

a.) grains, fruits, and meats

b.) grains, veggies, and meats

c.) meats, dairy, and sugar

d.) meats, veggies and fruit

2) True or False?  Fried foods are safe for consumption when a person has cancer.

3) ODC stands for:

a) Open Doctor Communication

b) Ornithine Decarboxylase

c) Oxidation Detoxification Center

d) Oregano Dulse Combination

4) ODC inhibitors can be found in:

a) carrots, onions, radishes, and cucumbers

b) ham, mayonnaise, eggs, and toast

c) grilled chicken, swiss cheese, chocolate cookies, and heavy cream

d) steak kabobs, red wine, low-fat yogurt, and frosted flakes cereal

5) _______, ________, ________, and ________ are key anti-cancer agents for those with pancreatic cancer.

a) animal meats, pesticides, saturated fat, and tabacco

b) eggs, dairy, white bread, and diet soda

c) fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, lentils, and peas

d) selenium, calcium, vitamins C & E, and fiber

ANSWERS:

1) C.  Meats, dairy and sugar can all fuel the growth of cancer cells, lower immunity and cause acidosis.

2) False.  A person with cancer should avoid fried foods and heated oils at all times.

3) B. Ornithine Decarboxylase is an enzyme.  Inhibiting this enzyme may be very useful in preventing skin, bladder, breast and prostate cancer.

4) A. ODC inhibitors can be found in other, if not most, fresh vegetables such as strawberries, tomatoes, lemons, limes, oranges, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus and many others.

5) C and D.  Answers  “A” and “B” are other great examples of what to avoid when a person has cancer.
If you or someone you love has cancer, be sure to check out the post “Scared of the Swine Flu?” also listed on Veggie Edge.  Alkalizing is a key component to strengthening yourself against cancer, as well as other health concerns.