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City of Refuge Publications
7101 North Mesa #235               Volume 6  Issue 10
El Paso, Texas 79912
MENORAH LIGHTS BOOKS
October 2006

         

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Seven Foods that Fight Cancer - Part III

  
  FIND YOUR WHEY
Not since lycopene landed in our lives has there been a more promising prostate-cancer-fighting nutrient than whey protein. In a recent Ohio State University study, researchers treated human prostate cells with whey protein and then measured the cells' levels of a natural cancer-blocking compound called glutathione. The finding: Glutathione levels rose by a remarkable 64 percent. "Whey is a great source of the amino acid cysteine, and cysteine can become glutathione in the body," explains Rosemary L. Walzem, R.D., Ph.D., director of the center for nutrition, health, and food genomics at Texas A&M University. One of the best sources of whey is yogurt; a lot of the protein is in the clear liquid on top, so don't pour it off. You can also pick up powdered whey- protein isolate—vanilla-flavored—and add it to instant oatmeal.
BERRY YOURSELF ALIVE
Make every day Thanksgiving and you could slash your risk of several different cancers. Re- searchers at the University of California at Los Angeles have confirmed that cranberries contain a trove of tumor blocking compounds, including phenolic acids, glycosides, and anthocyanins.  These phytochemicals are effective at preventing cancer down below—in the colon and prostate—as well as up top—on the head and neck. "They force cancer cells to die or they inhibit their unregulated growth," says David Heber, M.D., Ph.D., a coauthor of the study. To hit your daily cran quota, down a small glass of cranberry juice (the type that lists at least 27 percent juice on the label) at breakfast and snack on Craisins (sweetened dried cranberries) throughout the day.
PLEDGE TO THE GAMMA FRAT
The nutrient with the coolest name - gamma tocopherol - may also be the one with the fastest draw in a showdown with cancer. When Purdue University researchers pitted this form of vitamin E against prostate- and lung-cancer cells, they discovered that it was able to stop the cells in their microscopic tracks. What's more, gamma tocopherol helped kill existing tumor cells without hurting healthy cells, says Qing Jiang, Ph.D., the study's lead author. But what about the research showing that vitamin E supplements are worthless, and perhaps even dangerous? Doesn't apply to gamma tocopherol, since it isn't included in most E supplements. Instead, you'll find it in sesame oil, which you can sub for other cooking oils or sprinkle over salads. Or, if you want a source you can sink your teeth into, munch on walnuts.

 

  

Kosher Kooking         Mexican vol III              Page 9


Sirloin Steak n' Salsa
 
 
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 LB. boneless beef sirloin
                or beef top round steak,
                1 1/2 inch thick

SALSA:
Cooked Tomato and Pepper
2 red and 1 green bell peppers*
1 large red onion*

 
 

2 garlic cloves peeled,*
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice
1 pound firm tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped*
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley


Making the Salsa
Coarsely chop the peppers and onion, then add them to the food processor along with the garlic, oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and salt. Process until finely chopped. Put the mixture
and the tomatoes and herbs in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for five minutes.
Editor recommends you use Vitae-Veggies®

INSTRUCTIONS:
GRILL or broil steak to desired doneness (25 min. for medium), turning once and brushing often with salsa blend. Thinly slice steak and serve with additional salsa.
Serves 6. Prep/Cook Time : 25 min.Recipe by "Niki"
 
 
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