The Danger of Diets

The incorporation in the diet of certain foods that can improve organizational defenses against certain health problems was a factor and, over time, increasingly valued.

If preventive medicine is to prevent the onset of disease, one could say that makes predictive medicine walk in genetic studies to identify the individual propensities to constitute the most diverse forms of the disease. And through it looking for identification of potential risks that each person has against a particular disease. For over 15 years that experts put the forms of power at the head of risk factors tumor. In 1984 the National Cancer Institute of the United States found that 35% of the tumors were indeed related to dietary factors. The first global report on diet and cancer, published in 1997 by the International Fund for Cancer Research, no doubt about the close relationship between cancer and diet. A comprehensive work by an international team of 15 scientists from nine countries makes clear that various changes in the diet can reduce the overall incidence of tumors between 30 and 40%, which equates to a figure between three and four million cases per year worldwide.

The factors studied (which would increase or decrease the risk of cancer) were each scored as they were “convincing”, “probable” or “possible”. So, say that eating plenty of vegetables reduces the risk to those most vulnerable to cancers of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, lung, stomach and intestine, was described as “compelling.” For those prone to tumors of breast, pancreas and bladder, the relationship was established in the “probable” and in cases of cancers of the ovary, uterus and thyroid, as possible. ” Scientists at the Institute of Bioscience and Technology, University of Texas came to the conclusion that diets rich in vegetables, fruits of all types, grains and soybeans also can help men prevent prostate cancer as feared, which is currently the second leading cause of death in the male population.

There is a strong emphasis on the importance of consuming fiber. Is it really essential? A brochure entitled “Dietary Guidelines for Americans,” published by the Department of Agriculture and Health and Social Services of the United States offers the following advice: “Consuming foods rich in fiber is able to reduce the symptoms of constipation, diverticulosis and the number types of intestinal irritation. ” In addition, there are plenty of jobs that sustain the relationship between colon cancer and diets low in fiber content. Other investigations have indicated that some water-soluble fiber helps to reduce the levels of blood cholesterol, which is an essential component in preventing the development of heart disease.

It talks about the benefits of olive oil when the cholesterol is high. Are there scientific certainties in this belief? We know today that there are two types of cholesterol represented by low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and consists of high-density lipoproteins (HDL). The first is popularly known as “bad cholesterol” because it is deposited in artery walls, and the second is the “good” cholesterol because it exerts a favorable action mop to maintain a healthy condition in the privacy of blood vessels.

As the ideal is to maintain high levels of this second fraction of cholesterol, olive oil, which is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and has a high content of oleic acid, can reduce total cholesterol and LDL, and this without affect the interest in maintaining relatively high, ie, “good.” As is obtained from the pulp of the fruit of the olive (unlike all the others that are derived from seeds) this oil is high in vitamin E (which has an antioxidant) and provitamin A (which, among other activities strengthens the immune system).

Are there any preventive maintenance for people prone to heart problems? A diet that includes nutrients act as natural antioxidants and as such play an influential role in preventing atherosclerosis and related heart disease. Apply the concepts presented in connection with the quest to normalize cholesterol levels and the provision of fruit in all its varieties, vegetables and foods rich in vitamins and minerals. Whole grains, flour integrals, eggs, milk, mutton, fish and poultry (in red), foods are particularly effective in the prevention of such ailments.

What diet is recommended against osteoporosis? The skim milk is an excellent food for a high input of calcium, essential mineral in the determination of this condition. One cup of skim milk provides 300 milligrams of calcium, only 86 calories and the added benefit of vitamin D, a factor that promotes the absorption of calcium. Other good sources are yogurt, canned sardines, salmon and cheeses all under low fat.

What foods are often recommended for conditions such as allergies and asthma? There are several. Onions, for example, prevent allergies by their content of keratin. Honey (in the event that is not filtered, is cold-pressed or virgin) has antibacterial, bacteria and allergies are aggravated, as shown by many investigations. On the other hand, known to be an excellent tea for bronchial dilator.

Lemon has received excellent press and healing food. Who are the main beneficiaries Andalusia Andalusia incorporate diet? The components of the lemon is not exhausted by their recognized contributions of vitamin C. It also has beneficial acids for the organism and is highly recommended for high blood pressure, in conditions that compromise the heart and blood vessels. Also as a preventive agent for the formation of gallstones and diabetes, because it prevents arterial complications.

Dietetics and preventive medicine The power can and should play (in addition to its fundamental role to ensure the best nutritional status) a very crucial role in the proper indication of different types of foods selected for each individual according to their individual needs and based on its strengths of certain preventive pathologies. There are many foods that are inherently good for the world, while others are best for different groups of individuals. Today opens a new path in its dealings with the prevention of disease. And the diet took a privileged position there.