Salad Recipes for Cervical Cancer Prevention
Are you trying to find salad recipes that feature cervical cancer fighting ingredients? You've come to the right place. In this section, you'll find a selection of salad recipes that use foods that are cram-full of cervical cancer preventing nutrients. Now, before you unleash the culinary guru in you and dive into the salad recipes below, make sure you have previously perused the section Diet for Cervical Cancer Prevention and the section Best Foods for Fighting Cervical Cancer which provide more general information about diet and cervical cancer.
Carrot and Avocado Salad
You probably already know that carrots are good for eyesight, but did you know that they are also an excellent anti-cancer vegetable? Carrots contain falcarinol—a compound that has been shown to inhibit the development of cancer. Researchers found that rats that had pre-cancerous tumors and that were fed carrots were about 30 percent less likely to develop full-scale tumors than the rats in the control group. Also the avocados in this salad contain cervical cancer fighting nutrients such as vitamin E, glutathione, and vitamin C.
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Radicchio, Garden Cress & Pear Salad
Not only do garden cress and radicchio add a peppery bite to this salad, they also offer a number of health benefits. The red leaves of radicchio contain anthocyanins, the same plant pigments that give blueberries their intense color — and extraordinary health benefits. Garden cress delivers glucosinolates, health-protecting compounds that have made Brassica vegetables, such as kale and broccoli, popular among health foodists. See the Recipe
Arugula, Avocado and Tomato Salad
While extremely low in calories, arugula – also known as rocket – is cram-full of health promoting phytochemicals. It is a particularly good source of glucosinolates which are converted into isothiocyanates by the enzyme myrosinase when the plant is chewed. Isothiocyanates are known to neutralize carcinogens and to inhibit cancer cell proliferation. Also the tomatoes and avocados in this salad possess anti-cancer and antioxidant properties, and the vinegar used to add depth and flavor to this dish contains compounds that can significantly reduce the glycemic load of the dish. Low glycemic foods help control the production of insulin and insulin-like growth factor, hormones that can stimulate tumor proliferation, progression, and spreading within the body. See the RecipeSalmon Salad
This salmon salad makes a great anti-cancer meal. Salmon provides an excellent source of omega 3-fatty acids and the carotenoid astaxanthin, both of which are believed to have a protective effect against cancer. Also the cherry tomatoes in this salad have anti-cancer properties due to their high concentration of lycopene, a carotenoid with strong antioxidant properties. In addition, both red onions and capers are packed with quercetin, a bioflavonoid that has anti-cancer, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. See the Recipe
Beet and Carrot Salad with Ginger
This recipe pairs beets with carrots to create a potent weapon for fighting cervical cancer. Several studies have found betacyanin, a phytochemical responsible for beets' intense purple color, to be highly effective at preventing cancer while carrots contain falcarinol—a compound that has been shown to inhibit the development of cancer. The anti-cancer compounds in beets and carrots are heat-sensitive and therefore it is best to consume these powerful root vegetables raw like in this salad. See the Recipe
Super-Nutritious Broccoli Salad with Apples and Cranberries
Broccoli contains some extraordinary compounds that have been shown to eliminate carcinogenic toxins, defend the body against DNA mutations, induce apoptosis in cancer cells, help prevent the development of benign tumors into malignant tumors, and help prevent the spread of cancer from one organ to another. The cancer-fighting potential of raw broccoli—which this recipe calls for—appears to be particularly high: according to one study, cooking may destroy as much as 90% of sulforaphane—the key anti-cancer substance in broccoli. Besides broccoli, this salad boasts a number of other anti-cancer foods, including cranberries (rich in ellagic acid), sunflower seeds (packed with antioxidants such as vitamin E and selenium), and apples and red onions (excellent dietary sources of quercetin). See the Recipe
Radicchio, Tomato, and Cress Salad Salad
This super-healthy salad recipe combines crisp radicchio, romaine lettuce, and cress with refreshing cucumber, tomatoes and celery. Radicchio contains anthocyanins, plant pigments with powerful health-giving properties, while garden cress contains the same health-protecting glucosinolates that have made vegetables like broccoli and kale so famous. And organic celery? This crunchy, low-calorie vegetable is known to contain at least eight families of cancer-combating compounds. See the Recipe
Romaine and Smoked Salmon Salad
Salmon provides an excellent source of the healthful omega 3-fatty acids which are believed to have a protective effect against cancer, in addition to their other health benefits. In addition to omega-3s, salmon contains astaxanthin, a carotenoid that has strong antioxidant activity. Also carrots are rich in carotenoids, especially beta-carotene, and can further enhance the cancer-fighting properties of this wholesome salad. The radishes in this wonderful salad help detoxify the body and provide an abundance of vitamin C, folic acid, and anthocyanins, all of which can help prevent cancer. See the Recipe
ACE Salad
This summery salad works like magic to soothe your soul—and to give you extra protection against cervical cancer. It is loaded with the ACE vitamins (pro-vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E) that are famous for their strong antioxidant powers. See the Recipe
Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad
Tomatoes are known to have several extraordinary properties that make them exceptional at helping prevent cancer. Their most interesting quality: they contain lycopene which is a strong antioxidant. Also the onions in this salad can help reduce the odds of cancer. Onions are one of the best natural sources of quercetin, a bioflavonoid that has anti-cancer, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. The cancer preventing effects of this salad may be further strengthened by balsamic vinegar, which not only adds zing to this salad but which boasts compounds that can significantly reduce the glycemic load of the meal. Low glycemic meals help control the production of insulin and insulin-like growth factor, two hormones that can stimulate tumor proliferation, progression, and spreading within the body. See the RecipeFor more recipes that may help lower your odds of developing cervical cancer, go to the main recipe directory of HealWithFood.org's Guide to Preventing Cervical Cancer.
