Benefits of Prunes

Found a new effective way to combat cancer and its secret lies in prunes. To this conclusion scientists from the University of Texas came, considering this dried fruit a reliable protection against cancer. They argue that for the prevention of many cancers it is required to consume prunes or other varieties of dried plums on a daily basis. At the same time, researchers believe that such a method can be effective not only in the prevention of cancer diseases, but also for their treatment, including in later stages.

Scientists conducted an experiment on rodents, which were given prunes. After the introduction of this product into their diet, a change in the bacterial composition of the microflora was noted-in particular, the number of Firmicutes decreased and Bacteroidetes increased. Simultaneously, there was a decrease in the number of aberrant crypts, which were a kind of indicator of the development of malignant pathology.

Speaking more specifically about the types of cancers that can protect prunes, these are malignant lesions of the colon and rectum. Regular consumption of prunes positively affects the state of the intestines, reducing the likelihood of inflammation in its designated areas. Also, this dried fruit has pronounced antioxidant properties, which positively affects the condition of various organs( including the intestine).

Prune action is not limited to the indicated areas of the intestine. It positively influences the microflora inhabiting the gastrointestinal tract, normalizing it and bringing it to the desired balance. Due to this, the general immunity is strengthened, which also helps to protect against many diseases, including the development of oncological pathology.

Initially, scientists conducted their research on healthy rodents, after which they studied the microflora of their intestines. The second stage of their experiment was the introduction of prunes into the diet of animals that already suffered from some forms of malignant tumors. The results of this study allowed them to come to the conclusion that the dried fruit protects well against colon cancer( namely, from the colorectal type).

Data obtained by Texas scientists during this experiment, give hope to many people in the cure of malignant pathology through the use of prunes as an auxiliary therapy for oncological diseases. Also scientists use this dried fruit and healthy people, which will protect them from cancer.

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