Do you know?
Colon cancer is the third commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of deaths in the US when compared to India. Researchers believe that 70% of the cases are associated with diet. Spices have inherited a rich tradition for their flavor and medicinal properties. Researchers have been oriented towards spices present in food items helps improving immunity against tumors.
How its proved scientifically?
Researchers investigated the effects of sambar as a preventive measure for 1,2-dimethyl hydrazine (DMH)-induced CC in Wistar albino rats. The animals were divided into three groups (n = 6) namely control, DMH, and sambar. At the end of the experimental period, the animals were killed using anesthesia and the colons and livers were examined.
Sambar group showed a significant change in the colonic GSH when compared to both normal and DMH groups. A significant reduction in the liver GSH was noted in the sambar group. Only sambar group showed a significant change in the liver catalase levels when compared to DMH.
So, Whats the Good News?
Sambar may prevent the risk of Colon Cancer when consumed in dietary proportions.
Eat more Sambar and live happily. Share some Sambar recipies with your friends. Lets build colon cancer free world!!!
Reference/Courtesy: - U.S. National Institutes of Health's National/ Library of Medicine .(NIH/NLM).
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