5 powerful spices to combat cancer [slideshow]

Cancer

Jedha Dening

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Black pepper

Black pepper contains an alkaloid compound called piperine that has antitumor properties.

Researchers discovered that piperine is effective at inhibiting several kinds of prostate cancer cells. The plant compound acts by halting the life cycle of the cell, reducing proliferation, and inducing cancer cell death.

They also found that piperine worked surprisingly well to suppress both hormone-dependent and hormone-independent tumor growth.

Add a twist of black cracked pepper to all your meals.

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By Jedha Dening

Jedha Dening is a qualified nutritionist (MNutr), researcher, author, freelance writer, and founder of type 2 diabetic nutrition site Diabetes Meal Plans. Her masters thesis on nutrition and inflammation was published and then presented at a national scientific conference. She has millions of words published in the health industry across various print and online publications. Having been in the field for over 15 years, she’s incredibly passionate about delving into the latest research to share the myths and truths surrounding nutrition and health. She believes when armed with the right knowledge, we’re empowered to make informed choices that can truly make a difference.

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