Super Slim Pomegranate

Your prostate could cause problems for you, especially later in life. The gland will naturally enlarge as you age. It could also become inflamed, causing a host of uncomfortable symptoms. Also, it is susceptible to developing cancerous tumors.

Let’s take a closer look at prostate cancer to better understand how and why it occurs. Prostate cancer occurs when cells in the prostate mutate and begin to multiply out of control. The “peripheral zone” of the prostate usually develops cancer first. These small clumps of cancer cells attach to an otherwise healthy prostate.

If and when the cells begin to multiply, they can spread to the surrounding prostate tissue. Eventually a tumor could invade nearby organs, such as the seminal vesicles, bladder or rectum. Tumor cells could also travel into the lymphatic system and blood stream.

Cancer cells grow, in part, because they receive a signal from a receptor, which is really just a sort of on/off switch.

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A lot of the time, those with prostate cancer have no symptoms. Others experience symptoms ranging from frequent urination to trouble with sexual function. The American Cancer Society estimates that one in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Approximately 1.8 million American men are prostate-cancer survivors.

What’s one way to help protect yourself from the onset of this disease? A healthy diet is a great start, and a healthy diet that includes pomegranate is even better. At least, that’s according to a new study that was performed at the David Geffen School of Medicine in California.

What makes pomegranate a potent anti-cancer food? Well, first of all, pomegranates are naturally fat-free, saturated fat-free, cholesterol-free and a source of vitamin C and potassium. They’re also an amazingly good source of antioxidants. It is these antioxidants that help ward off cancer.6

So, give a pomegranates a try. They can be a tasty way to add variety to your meal. Plus, they can help you meet the recommended goal of five to10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.

When buying pomegranates, look for those that are about the size of oranges and have leathery, reddish-pink skin. Inside the pomegranate is a bitter membrane that separates little sacs filled with hundreds of seeds. The red pulp surrounding these seeds has a slightly sweet and tart taste. Select fruit that is heavy for its size with bright, fresh color and blemish-free skin.

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You are in luck if you love sinking your teeth into juicy delectable fruits, and if you know someone with breast cancer or are a breast cancer patient yourself. Pomegranates and mangoes are considered to be superfruits, or fruits that are known for their exceptional nutritional richness and antioxidant qualities. New research indicates that substances found in pomegranates and mangoes may be natural alternatives to breast cancer medication and other treatment options. The wonderful thing about fruits as natural medicines is that they are delicious, there are no side-effects as a result of their consumption, and they contain a variety of nutrients.

Both fruits have the potential to alter some of those dismal breast cancer statistics by preventing the spread of breast cancer!

Pomegranates

Pomegranate fruit contains phytochemicals, specifically Urolithin B, that work like aromatase inhibitors. In reference to the results of a study published in the January issue of Cancer Prevention Research, researchers say they’ve found a natural substance in pomegranates that could prevent the development of hormone-dependent breast cancer and stop the growth of estrogen-responsive tumors.

According to the Mayo Clinic website, AI drugs come choc-full of side effects such as severe joint pain, muscle aches, hot flashes, headaches, bone fractures, fatigue, and even a risk of heart disease. Aromatase inhibitors are used by physicians to block the synthesis of estrogen in an attempt to subdue the growth of estrogen-dependent breast cancer tumors.

The research team for the aforementioned study discovered that natural phytochemicals found in pomegranates suppress estrogen production, thereby preventing the spread of breast cancer cells and the growth of estrogen-responsive tumors. One particular substance found in pomegranates – dubbed Urolithin B – significantly inhibited the growth of cultured breast cancer cells in the laboratory.

Mangos

What do mangoes contain that may eventually have the scientific and medical communities singing their praises as worthwhile adversaries of breast cancer? The answer is polyphenols, the natural phytochemicals found in plants. Polyphenols are antioxidants with the potential to protect the body from disease.

At Texas A&M University’s AgriLife Research department, laboratory experiments indicated that mango fruit prevented or stopped cancer growth in certain breast and colon cell lines. The experiments also showed that mango extract demonstrated some anticancer abilities when tested on prostate, leukemia and lung cancer cells. When tested on the most common breast and colon cancers, however, mango compounds were found to have even stronger cancer fighting abilities than when tested on the other types of cancer cells.

In the experiments, the researchers documented that the cancer cell division process was interrupted by the mango extract. In fact, the mango extract caused the colon and breast cancer cells to undergo apoptosis, or programmed cell death.

When husband and wife food scientists Dr. Suzanne and Steve Talcott performed the experiments at Texas A&M, they evaluated specific polyphenols for effectiveness. What they found was that gallotannins were the most active cancer-fighting agents in mangoes. Gallotannins are a class of natural polyphenolic compounds believed to aid in the prevention or halt the growth of cancer cells.

So, pomegranate and mango lovers, eat and drink up!

In honor of National Pomegranate Month, regional segment featured Tina Ruggiero the Gourmet Nutritionist who spoke about the power and…all » In honor of National Pomegranate Month, regional segment featured Tina Ruggiero the Gourmet Nutritionist who spoke about the power and benefits of pomegranates. Ruggiero spoke to the nutritional benefits of pomegranates (good source of antioxidants, Vitamin C, potassium and fiber) and research that indicates the antioxidants found in pomegranates may help protect from the onset of cancer. Ruggiero used pomegranates to demonstrate how to open underwater, how to use in a floral decoration and how to use in food recipes. A 16 oz. bottle of POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice was also featured in the segment.
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Dr Isadore Rosenfeld on Fox News describes the benefits of pomegranate juice for women.
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The Power of Pomegranates Featured in New Pomology Antioxidant Supplements

Hoboken, NJ (PRWEB) October 4, 2006

PRWEB) October 4, 2006 — Efficacious and timely with an aging U.S. population and prostate cancer rates on the rise, a distinctive new line of pomegranate-based supplements called Pomology™ will be on exhibit at the 2006 Expo East Trade Show in Baltimore, MD.

With help from leading nutritionists and fitness experts, Pomology has developed five highly-beneficial pomegranate-based formulas for specific functions and conditions: Heart Health; Prostate PM; Menopause; Antioxidant Health and Joint Health. Each product contains a premium blend of proven ingredients that consumers can utilize for immediate relief and long-term health benefits. Pomegranate, blueberry, cranberry, lycopene, lutein, grapeseed, green tea and broccoli are just some of the all-natural antioxidants contained in Pomology formulations.

While pomegranates have been used medicinally for thousands of years dating back to ancient Babylonia, in recent months several findings concerning the health benefits of pomegranates have made headlines throughout the world. One such study conducted by researchers at UCLA appeared in a recent edition of The New York Times.

Pomegranates are known to have anti-inflammatory effects and high levels of antioxidants, which are believed to protect the body from free-radical damage. It also contains polyphenols, natural antioxidant compounds found in pomegranates and green tea, as well as isoflavones commonly found in soy, and ellagic acid which is believed to play a role in cancer cell death. Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is native to a region ranging from Iran to the Himalayas. It later spread to the Mediterranean area and now grows in most of the United States.

Pomology http://www.pomology.net was founded in 2005 by a team of renowned nutritionists and athletic performance experts who saw the need for nutraceuticals that combined the benefits of the latest medical research with the long-term building blocks of good health found in all-natural antioxidants. Pomology combines these ingredients in formulas that meet people’s varying lifestyle needs – resulting in a product line of the highest quality and efficacy. Pomology will be in booth #1813 at the Natural Products Expo East in Baltimore, Maryland – October 5-7, 2006.

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www.empowereddoctor.com A type of antioxidant found in pomegranates may contribute to prostate health, according to a study by researchers at the University of California at Los Angeles. Antioxidants known as ellagitannins and their metabolites accumulated in the prostates of mice in this laboratory study. The researchers then grafted prostate cancer cells onto mice whose immune systems had been deliberately hampered. One group of mice was then treated with ellagatannins and their metabolites. The treated mice were found to have significantly less tumor growth than mice in the control group. Story is produced and provided by Empowered Medical Media, LLC Visit www.EmpoweredDoctor.com to see the full story And if you are looking for a doctor check out our local doctor directory at www.empowereddoctor.com
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Affectionately known as the ‘jewel of winter’, the pomegranate is receiving growing acclamation for its disease-fighting abilities, largely due to its staggering antioxidant potency. Traditional medicines of the Middle East and India have used the pomegranate for centuries – leaves, skin and rind included – to cure everything from conjunctivitis and sore throats to baldness and hemorrhoids.

This mystical fruit, a symbol of birth, death and eternal life owing to its brimming seeds and blood-like juice, is steeped in mythology. The prophet Mohammed encouraged his followers to eat the fruit to purge their systems of envy and hatred. In the tales of Ancient Greece, Persephone, daughter of Demeter the goddess of agriculture, was offered this fruit by Hades, god of the underworld. In succumbing to the temptation she condemned herself to spend time each year with Hades in the underworld. To modern day Greeks the pomegranate is often a feature at weddings to symbolize fertility, and in China, a sugared version of the pomegranate seed is eaten on the wedding day to bless newlyweds.

The juicy, tangy flesh of the fruit’s ruby seeds is delicious and every bit worth the patience required to extract them from their pith. Today you can readily buy pomegranate juice such as pomwonderful or pomegreat from general and health food stores. The soaring sales of pomegranate juice in the UK reflects the growing popularity of this fruit, with RJA Foods reporting a sale increase of their Pomegreat brand from 50,000 to 500,000 litres per month in 2005.

Pro-Heart

Pomegranates are a superfood hugely beneficial to the heart, and by neutralising damaging free-radicals prevent the oxidation of ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol that is associated with plaque build up in blood vessel walls. Pomegranate juice has also been shown to preserve nitric oxide in the body, a key chemical responsible for regulating blood flow and maintaining blood vessel health.

One study on 19 elderly people with atherosclerosis, where plaque was already built-up to a dangerous level, found that drinking just 8 oz. of 100 per cent pure pomegranate juice a day for a one year period decreased the thickness of the lining in their arteries by 30 per cent, where controls experienced an actual rise of 9 per cent. Further more, those who drank the pomegranate juice also had a 21 per cent decrease in blood pressure (Aviram et al. 2004; Clinical Nutrition). Pomegranate juice also decreases the activity of an enzyme in the body known as ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) that can lead to high blood pressure resulting in atherosclerosis.

Anti-Cancer Properties

Research at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology led by Dr. Ephraim Lansky (2001) found that pomegranate seed oil triggered cell death (apotosis) in breast cancer cells. A recent study at the University of Wisconsin Medical School (2005) also revealed anti-cancer effects, discovering pomegranate juice to killed human prostate cancer cells in laboratory tests and significantly slowed the progression of prostate cancer in mice (published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences).

Aid for Arthritis

Researchers from the Case Western Reserve University found that extract of pomegranate inhibited the stimulation of certain enzymes that contribute to the cartilage degradation in osteoarthritis, a condition that currently lacks perspective for treatment. This is reassuring when one considers the vast and growing numbers of those who suffer from the disease.

As well as heart-health, anti-cancer, and arthritic protection, pomegranates offer all-round protection against aging and disease due to their antioxidant potency. Studies suggest pomegranate juice may contain almost three times the antioxidant power of green tea and red wine due to their content of flavonoids. They also provide substantial amounts of potassium, iron, folic acid and vitamin C, as well as vitamins A and E, niacin, and fibre.

www.karenrothnutrition.com Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Karen Roth, MS, NC talks about the health benefits of pomegranates. Pomegranates are not only delicious and beautiful; theyre also one of the most nutritious fruits you can eat. But the season for fresh pomegranates is from September January. There are several known health benefits from consuming pomegranate seeds and drinking the juice. First they are an anti-cancer food Studies in mice show that pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer. It slowed the growth of prostate cancer in mice. Studies in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys breast cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone. Heart Healthy: It prevents plaque from building up in the arteries and may reverse previous plaque buildup while lowering LDL (bad cholesterol) and raises HDL (good cholesterol). One study showed that drinking 1.7 ounces of pomegranate juice per day lowered systolic blood pressure by as much as 5 percent. Pomegranate Juice is readily available. Just make sure its 100% pomegranate juice, no added sugar, artificial chemicals, etc. Pure juice! You can buy the seeds at Trader Joes and toss them in salads especially spinach salads. But if you like to cook collard greens or kale, sprinkle pomegranate seeds on the cooks greens. You can also stir these seeds into a cooked pilaf of rice, couscous or quinoa. Or just snack on them. They are so sweet and crunchy. If youve never bought a whole pomegranate and …

City of Hope Researchers Identify Multiple Compounds in Pomegranate that Prevent Breast Cancer Growth

Shiuan Chen, Ph.D., director of City of Hope’s Division of Tumor Cell Biology

Duarte, CA (Vocus) January 5, 2010

The crimson pomegranate has a long-held reputation for suppression. In the myth of Persephone, her consumption of a few seeds led to all things on Earth to cease thriving. While the ancient Greeks used that tale to explain the changing seasons, City of Hope researchers may have found a different seed of truth as they discovered the fruit’s ability to stop and prevent certain breast cancers from growing.

In a study published in Cancer Prevention Research on Jan. 5, Shiuan Chen, Ph.D., director of City of Hope’s Division of Tumor Cell Biology, and his colleagues found that pomegranates contain six compounds that may prevent breast cancer growth by blocking aromatase, an enzyme that converts androgen to estrogen and is known to play a key role in hormone-dependent breast cancer.

Of these substances, one called urolithin B (UB) has the most powerful impact, inhibiting multiple estrogen-producing mechanisms that fuel the cancer’s growth. In an additional analysis, Chen and his team found that UB prevented the proliferation of estrogen-responsive breast cancer cells.

“By suppressing the production of estrogen, urolithin B and other phytochemicals found in pomegranates can prevent hormone-responsive breast cancer tumors from growing,” said Chen.

The other phytochemicals, naturally occurring plant compounds that may have a health benefit, in pomegranates found to inhibit aromatase activity are urolithin A (UA), methylated UA, acetylated UB, methylated UB and UB sulfate.

Previous research has shown pomegranate juice to be high in antioxidant activity and that its compounds can control breast and prostate cancer growth in humans.

“The results of this study suggest that pomegranate intake may be a viable strategy for preventing breast cancer,” said Chen.

The other researchers involved in this study are: Lynn Adams, Ph.D., from City of Hope and Yanjung Zhang, Ph.D., Navindra Seeram, Ph.D., and David Heber, M.D., Ph.D., from the David Geffen School of Medicine’s Center for Human Nutrition at University of California, Los Angeles.

About City of Hope

City of Hope is a leading research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, the highest honor bestowed by the National Cancer Institute, and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope’s research and treatment protocols advance care throughout the nation. City of Hope is located in Duarte, Calif., just northeast of Los Angeles, and is ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” in cancer and urology by U.S.News & World Report. Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a pioneer in the fields of bone marrow transplantation and genetics. For more information, visit http://www.cityofhope.org.

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Lifestyle factors are important. For example, studies have shown reduced cognitive decline amongst older people who walk regularly. By exercising for a fit body, you also benefit from improved blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain, which improves mental acuity, balance and motor skills as well. Exercise also causes the release of “feel good hormones” or endorphins.  Some depressed people benefit so much from exercise that they are able to forgo their antidepressants, which are sometimes the cause of memory problems. Another benefit of exercise was seen in a study where it  was found that the brain produced significantly more of an important brain cell protein growth factor after exercise, increasing mental acuity and memory.

People who eat a lot of leafy green vegetables and eat fish at least once a week have also been found to show reduced cognitive decline with aging. Another important finding is that sugar can be a cause of memory decline. Studies have shown reduced blood supply to the dentate gyrus in the hippocampus, an area involved in memory formation, after a high sugar meal resulting in a blood sugar spike. This is a finding that has been seen in diabetics. It is therefore very important to watch your diet and to control diabetes.

Social factors can also be important. Older people who live with a spouse or other family members and who have a lot of human interactions tend to do better both in terms of physical health and cognition than those who are more isolated in old age. Adequate sleep is also important for maintaining mental clarity, acuity and memory. It may sound like old fashioned advice that your grandmother may have given, but it’s scientifically backed by extensive research. Weight control is another very important factor in maintaining a healthy brain and memory. New research has shown a strong link between obesity and cognitive and memory decline

Cognition is sensitive to a wide variety of nutritional factors, and modern nutritional science is uncovering that we can improve our mental powers effectively, and even powerfully, through a wide array of nutrients and supplements, including antioxidants, herbs, fats and other targeted dietary supplements.A November 2008 review in the Journal of the American Nutraceutical Association pointed to benefits of a variety of bioactive nutritional supplement ingredients (often called nutraceuticals) in slowing age-associated memory impairment.  Vitamins B, C and E and the botanical brain boosters Ginkgo, Ginseng, Pomegranate, Alpha lipoic acid, rhodiola, Vinpocetine huperzine and acetyl-L-carnitine were found to be especially effective

The brain is not a separate organ from the rest of your body. How you treat your body also affects your mind. By exercising regularly and consistently for a fit body, by watching your diet and weight, and taking brain boosting neutraceuticals, you can enjoy a fit mind that has you functioning to your highest potential every single day.