If You Love Someone, Take Care of Them: Eight Herbs that May Reduce the Risk of Cancer
Since February 4 is World Cancer Day, I thought I might write something that could be useful with regards to cancer – these are some common herbs that may help reduce the risk of cancer.
garlic
Garlic contains an antioxidant called selenium, and sulfur, that prevent the formation of cancer.
Asiatic pennywort
Asiatic pennywort is famous for being good for the brain, the heart, and is traditionally known to help heal internal injuries. In Brazil, there is a study that determines that asiaticoside, the compound found in the plant, is helpful in treating cervical cancer.
Turmeric
The compound found in turmeric, curoumin, is an antioxidant that also works as an anti-inflammatory agent. It is said to be effective against several types of cancer including gastric cancer, small intestine cancer, colon cancer, ovarian cancer, and skin cancer.
Aloe vera
The aloe-emodin compound found in aloe vera has a stimulating effect on a type of white blood cells, macrophage, which fights against cancer cells. Aloe vera also contains acemannan which boosts the immune system.
Basil
Basil is one of the most popular herbs used in Thai traditional medicine. It is said to help treat digestive, respiratory, heart, and skin diseases.
Green chiretta
One of the most bitter plants on earth, green chiretta is famous for its bitter taste and medicinal properties. It contains andrographolide, a compound that prevents the formation of several types of cancer.
Heart-leaved moonseed
The bitterness in heart-leaved moonseed is said to help treat leukemia and boost the immune system function. It is also said to be 85% effective in reducing tumors.
Bitter melon
Bitter melon is not only high in Vitamin A, but also effective in killing cancer cells in the brain and the breasts.
These herbs are common everywhere in Thailand. You can find them fresh or in supplement form at your nearby Big C. The best medicine comes from nature. You just have to know what to consume.
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