Sugar

A few things that sugar does to the body...

Sugar can suppress the immune system
Sugar interferes with absorption of calcium and magnesium
Sugar can weaken eyesight
Sugar can cause hypoglycemia
Sugar can cause a rapid rise of adrenaline levels in children
Sugar contributes to obesity
Sugar can cause arthritis
Sugar can cause heart disease and emphysema
Sugar can contribute to osteoporosis
Sugar can increase cholesterol
Sugar can lead to both prostate cancer and ovarian cancer
Sugar can contribute to diabetes
Sugar can cause CVD (cardiovascular disease)
Sugar can make your skin age by changing the structure of collagen
Sugar can produce a significant rise in triglycerides
Sugar can increase the body’s fluid retention
Sugar can cause headaches, including migraines
Sugar can cause depression
Sugar can contribute to Alzheimer’s disease

Adapted from 146 Reasons Why Sugar is Ruining Your Health by Nancy Appleton, Ph.D.

Broccoli

Did you know that of all the vegetables in the brassica family, broccoli has shown the highest levels of protection against prostate cancer? 

Broccoli comes in different varieties, but the darker the color, the more beneficial nutrients it contains. You can also eat the leaves of broccoli as well as the stalks. They contain as much goodness and taste great, too!

Broccoli...

• rich in a variety of nutrients that protect against types of cancer.
• contains chemicals that help lower bad cholesterol and protect against heart disease.
• lutein and zeaxanthin help prevent macular degeneration.
• helps to eradicate the H. pylori bacteria (germs can enter your body and live in your digestive tract; if you have a peptic ulcer, your doctor will probably test you for H. pylori infection, and it can be treated with antibiotics) high calcium content helps to build and protect bones.
• excellent source of the antioxidants vitamin C and selenium.

Look for broccoli heads rich with color and avoid any broccoli with pale, yellow on brown patches on the florets.