Garlic fact sheet and cancer: www.nutritionfornormalpeople.com

1. Diet and Cancer
GARLIC and Cancer
Why should I be concerned about cancer?
Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US. It kills
1 out of every 4 Americans each year.
How is diet related to cancer?
While many factors contribute to a person’s risk of getting cancer,
diet may be linked to as much as one-third of all
cancer deaths in the US. Recent research has
shown that components of plant foods called FAST FACTS...
phytochemicals may decrease cancer risk.
Garlic’s nickname is the “stinking
What are phytochemicals?
rose”. A San Francisco restaurant with
“Phyto” comes from the Greek word for plant.
the same name serves garlic ice
Phytochemicals are naturally-occurring components
of plants that may help prevent chronic diseases cream!
like cancer.
Garlic is related to onions, leeks,
How does garlic decrease cancer risk? scallions, and chives.
Garlic is a member of the allium family, which also
contains onions, scallions, leeks, and chives. The Chicago got its name from the
strong flavor and odor of garlic is due to the American Indian word for wild garlic
phytochemical allicin, which may reduce the risk of that grew near Lake Michigan-
cancer by helping make enzymes that destroy "Chicagaoua”.
cancer-causing substances.
Garlic has been recognized by many
different cultures over time for its
Include GARLIC in YOUR diet... antiseptic, antibacterial, and
several times per week! antifungal properties.
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Fresh garlic bulbs
Bottled peeled garlic cloves
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