Chew the Green Stuff
Posted Monday, October 2, 2006
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That's right. It's green-clad lutein and zeaxanthin to the rescue! No, they're not superheroes from another planet. But they are able to put a serious hurt on your risk for deadly cancers. This dynamic carotenoid duo is found in green veggies, such as kale, collard greens, and broccoli. Try them steamed, with some shredded Parmesan cheese on top, or chop 'em up and toss in a stir-fry or soup.
Lutein and zeaxanthin are powerful cancer fighters, and you need them to protect against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL), a deadly cancer that's on the rise. How do they work their cancer-fighting magic? They pull double duty. First, they work as antioxidants to wipe out tissue-damaging free radicals. Second, they help repair damaged DNA so it can't set the stage for cancer.
Leafy greens are a great source of lutein and zeaxanthin, but they don't corner the market. You also can find these nutrients in orange and yellow veggies, such as winter squash, pumpkin, and sweet yellow corn.
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