Asparagus to the Rescue?

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Friday, 09 July 2010 16:21

All over the place, July 2010 — For at least the past five years, maybe more, an anonymous article has been circulating on the Internet, and to/from others via e-mail. Although it may be another typical snake-oil derived report we are all barraged with daily online, there just may be some truth to it. Enough so that we thought it was worthy of a few words. The article, which has been summarized below, is presented by an anonymous ‘biochemist’ who reports that drinking juice pureed from canned or fresh asparagus can stave off cancer, and offers examples of ‘full remissions’ and ‘cures’ that cannot be confirmed (and therefore cannot be considered worthy.) But all this aside, asparagus might indeed contain properties that are anti-cancerous. In addition to its known benefits (low in calories, high in folic acid, good source of vitamins A, B-6 and C, plus minerals calcium, iron, thiamin, potassium and fiber,) asparagus is high in the micronutrient glutathione, an antioxidant. Glutathione is purported to build up defense mechanisms in the body against viruses, and will boost immune cells. Whether or not this means anything is anyone’s guess, it is true that asparagus, properly prepared, is good for you. And if those suffering from what may be an incurable disease can find hope by following the instructions below — even if nothing miraculous would come from it, how could it hurt? Here’s an edited summary of the anonymous report: Read and make your own conclusions. (This follows various case histories of people with cancer who consumed several teaspoons of asparagus puree daily and received a positive response.) We would have other case histories but the medical establishment has interfered with obtaining some of the records. I am therefore appealing to readers to spread this good news and help us to gather a large number of case histories that will overwhelm the medical skeptics about this unbelievably simple and natural remedy. For the treatment, asparagus should be cooked before using, with canned asparagus being just as good as fresh. I have corresponded with the two leading canners of asparagus, Giant and Stokely, and am satisfied that these brands contain no pesticides or preservatives. Place the cooked asparagus in a blender and liquefy to make a puree, and store in the refrigerator. Give the patient 4 full tablespoons twice daily, morning and evening. Patients usually show some improvement in 2-4 weeks. It can be diluted with water and used as a cold or hot drink. This suggested dosage is based on present experience, but certainly larger amounts can do no harm and may be needed in some cases. I am a biochemist, and am convinced of the old saying that `what cures can prevent.' Based on this theory, my wife and I have been using asparagus puree as a beverage with our meals. We take 2 tablespoons diluted in water to suit our taste with breakfast and with dinner. I take mine hot and my wife prefers hers cold. For years we have made it a practice to have blood surveys taken as part of our regular checkups. The last blood survey, taken by a medical doctor who specializes in the nutritional approach to health, showed substantial improvements in all categories over the last one, and we can attribute these improvements to nothing but the asparagus drink. Asparagus contains a good supply of protein called histones, which are believed to be active in controlling cell growth. For that reason, I believe asparagus can be said to contain a substance that I call “cell growth normalizer.” That accounts for its action on cancer and in acting as a general body tonic. In any event, regardless of theory, asparagus used as we suggest, is a harmless substance. The FDA cannot prevent you from using it and it may do you much good. It has been reported by the US National Cancer Institute, that asparagus is the highest tested food containing glutathione, which is considered one of the body's most potent anticarcinogens and antioxidants. SOURCE: Anonymous (Online) Health Benefits—Asparagus: - one of the best sources < Prev   Next >