3 New and Unusual Cancer-Fighters

By Robin Shreeves, MNN

We all know that adding foods rich in antioxidants to our diets is one way to give our bodies nutrients that may help fight off cancer. Berries, leafy greens and whole grains are some of the antioxidant-rich foods that should be regular parts of our diets.

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Now researchers say they’ve another discovered possible anti-cancer substance, the allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) compound, a plant compound abundant in mustard, horseradish and wasabi. According to Environmental Health News, a study conducted on rats that were given mustard seed powder found the plant compound “stopped the growth of bladder cancer by one-third and completely prevented metastasis — the cancer invasion of surrounding muscle tissue.”

The study was not conclusive. It did not prove that the AITC compound could cure bladder cancer or prevent it from spreading, but the findings are encouraging enough for further study.

Think about the foods that contain the AITC compound — mustard, horseradish and wasabi. These foods add so much flavor to dishes while adding a minimal amount of fat, cholesterol or calories. Incorporating them into your diet is a good idea, even if you’re not counting on their possible anti-cancer properties.

Next: 6 recipes with mustard, horseradish or wasabi

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Jennifer C.

5:29PM PDT on Aug 1, 2011

Great info. Thanks for sharing.

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Eternal G.

6:44PM PDT on May 2, 2011

Like them all!

Estelita A.

7:18PM PDT on Apr 7, 2011

THANKS.

Helena K.

3:47AM PDT on Mar 23, 2011

thanks for the info.

Jennifer M.

2:15PM PDT on Mar 14, 2011

Thank you!

Lika S.

4:01AM PDT on Mar 14, 2011

Cool, thanks. I like wasabi, ginger and mustard. Sushi, anyone? :)

Lili M.

8:39PM PDT on Mar 13, 2011

Awesome, thank you all who submitted ideas and/or recipes !

Past Member .

1:21PM PDT on Mar 13, 2011

Thanks so much for the article, and very interesting information :)

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Ann L.

12:49PM PST on Mar 12, 2011

Thanks for the post. Already knew about these cancer fighters. Checking out the recipes and sharing.

Christine F.

11:40AM PST on Mar 12, 2011

Interesting comments in this article. I had already read that mustard was good for you, but I still don't know if it's mustard seed, mustard powder, smooth mustard or coarse-grain mustard - or any or all of these! I use made mustard, both smooth and coarse in cooking as also mustard seeds - one of my most frequently used spices.
I'll need to look into fresh horseradsih (the sauce is definitely 8NOT8 my favourite.
I'm just going to have a look at your suggested recipes now.
Thank you.