Publisher's Synopsis
FIGHT CANCER, NOURISH YOUR BODY & RESTORE YOUR HEALTH
Many experts recommend filling your plate with foods that grow from the ground. Decades of research suggests that the best diet for cancer prevention is all about plants. That means lots of fruits, vegetables and legumes, and little to no meat or other animal products. In fact, vegans those who don't eat any animal products including fish, dairy or eggs appeared to have the lowest rates of cancer of any diet. Next in line were vegetarians, who avoid meat but may eat fish or foods that come from animals, such as milk or eggs. While no diet choice will guarantee that you won't develop cancer, cutting meat can help you lower your cancer risk. That's in part because plant-based foods contain phytochemicals, the nutrients that your immune system needs to fight off diseases like cancer. Plant-based foods also contain more fiber, which can help lower your cancer risk. Fiber not only keeps you feeling full longer, but it helps you lower your cholesterol, stabilize your blood sugar levels and manage your bowels. Meat just doesn't do that. Sample Recipe: Green Veggie Bowl with Chicken & Lemon-Tahini DressingIngredients
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup cold water plus 2 tablespoons, divided
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic plus 2 sliced garlic cloves, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 small broccoli crown
- 4 (4 ounce) chicken cutlets, trimmed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 large red onion, sliced
- 4 cups thinly sliced kale
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
