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Functional foods do not heal, but prevent - Part II

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Some foods have always been considered powerful in the prevention of diseases, others as villains taken for a balanced diet, also help maintain the health

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Apple

The fruit contains tannin, component antioxidant, antiseptic and vasoconstrictor. The tannin is also present in spices such as basil, the marjoram, sage and fruit such as grapes and cashews, in addition to soybeans.

Soybean

The grain and its derivatives contain isoflavones, components with estrogenic activity - that reduce the symptoms of PMS and menopause. The soybean also has anticancer activity and protein help to reduce levels of cholesterol.

Salmon

Marine fish such as salmon, sardines, tuna, anchovies and herring have omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. They also have anti-inflammatory action.

Tomato

The tomato sauce contains lycopene, an antioxidant component that reduces the levels of cholesterol, and repair the damage of free radicals that alter the DNA of cells, the risk of prostate cancer. Also part of this group to guava, green pepper, beet and watermelon.

Oats

The whole grains in general, including oat, rye, barley and wheat bran are soluble and insoluble fibers, which improve the intestinal function, reducing the risk of cancer of the colon. The soluble fiber help control blood glucose and provide greater satiety, so help you lose weight. Legumes such as soya, lentils and beans, the stems of vegetables and peel the fruit are also rich in fiber.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin, carrot, papaya, mango, spinach and cabbage have beta carotene, which converts to vitamin A when eaten with fats and proteins, protecting the cells of aging and reducing the risk of cancer.

Onion

Besides the onion, garlic also has allyl sulfides, which reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, improve the immune system and reduces the risk of gastric cancer.

Broccoli

In addition to broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage to the Brussels-sprouts, the mustard and radish have isothiocyanate and indoles, inducers of enzymes that protect against breast cancer.

Yoghurt

The yogurt and fermented milk are part of the group of probiotic foods. Contain lactobacilli bifidobactérias and favoring the gastrointestinal functions, reduce the risk of constipation and, consequently, of cancer of the colon.

Orange

They and other citrus fruits, as well as parsley, artichoke and tomatoes to have flavonoids, anticancer component, vasodilator, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

Flaxseed

This seed contains lignan, a component inhibitor of hormone-dependent tumors. By balancing the hormones, also diminish the effects of pre-menstrual tension (PMS). The golden flaxseed is even more powerful.

Brown-to-stop

Besides the nuts, walnuts and almonds are a-linolenic acid, which stimulates the immune system and has anti-inflammatory action.

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Avocado

Fruit rich in phytonutrients which help to reduce cholesterol, and is a powerful antioxidant. But by having a reasonable amount of fat and the olive oil should be consumed in moderation, not to fatten.

Wine

The red wine contains catechins, a component that reduces the incidence of cholesterol and certain types of cancer, and stimulate the immune system. Also part of this group the green tea and red fruit (blackberry, raspberry, blueberry and cherry). Should be consumed in moderation because it contains alcohol.

Chocolate

Since bitter and consumed in small amounts per day, is anti-inflammatory and helps reduce the risk of cancer. Because it has flavonoids, which, among other things, eliminate the dioxin, used in pesticides.

Coffee

The coffee also has flavonoids and acts in the prevention of diseases, as well as red wine, the grape juice, the chocolate and citrus fruits, among others.



Source: Gazeta do Povo

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