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| globulin, and/or changes the regulation of insulinlike growth factor-1. Both of these are possible risk factors for hormone-dependent cancers. Insulin resistance can divert prostaglandin pathways toward tumor-promoting PGE-2, which is immune-suppressive, aggregatory, and vasoconstrictive and inhibits the biosynthetic pathways of estrogen binders. This, in turn, can cause an overproduction of estrogen, which has a negative effect on both breast cancer prevention and treatment. A diet designed to maintain low blood-glucose levels can selectively starve tumors, yielding a lower insulin output to help regulate prostaglandin synthesis. Insulin deprivation will inhibit tumor growth and cell division. 28 This can be achieved by removing all processed sugars and starches from your diet. However, don't overdo the Sucanat or honey either; unrefined sugars should also be minimized as you strive to keep quality and balance in your diet. |
| Processed and Canned Foods |
| Avoid colorings, flavorings, and preservatives in your food. Don't eat any refined or processed foods and limit your intake of commercially prepared foods as much as possible. Fast foods of any kind should be avoided completely. It is best to eat at home whenever possible. |
| Avoid nonfat or low-fat processed foods. Your diet should consist primarily of foods like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, which are naturally low in fat. Avoid processed foods that have had the fat removed. |
| Avoid all foods that contain Olestra. Olestra, approved by the FDA in January 1996, became the first calorie-free fat substitute. For the mass market, this seemed like a dream come true. Procter & Gamble, the manufacturer of Olestra, uses it in salad dressings, ice cream, potato chips, and cheese as well as in other packaged snack-type products. Olestra looks, tastes, and acts like real fat, but because the digestive tract cannot break it down, it travels the length of the gut without being absorbed or contributing any calories to the day's total intake. Unfortunately, Olestra is not without side effects. The noticeable side effects can include diarrhea, intestinal cramping, and flatulence. The not-so-noticeable side effects are more serious. Olestra, when traveling through the body, takes with it the fit-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, and it also reduces circulating levels of carotenoids, including beta-carotene |
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