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From AtieFlax meal and oil and the prevention/treatment of cancerThe following Blog essays were written on June 8 and 9, 2005, on theGrouppeKurosawa web site. These essays present solid evidence that nutritional or dietary factors can not only prevent but successfully treat breast andothercancers. http://www.grouppekurosawa.com/blog*A Single Flax Seed Muffin Per Day Reduces Her2 Expression by 71% in Women With Breast Cancer After Only 32 Days. *This is the single most astonishing scientific article I have ever read. Iwould like to thank from the GK Discussion Group for putting theBug up my butt about the wonders of flax seed and its oil. I grind up flax seed and put it on yogurt all the time, but I had NO idea the stuffwas thispowerful.I have a full copy of this scientific paper and the data are trulyremarkable. In brief, women newly diagnosed with breast cancer were given adaily single muffin to eat that contained 25 grams of ground flax seeds.Controls got a wheat muffin. After a little more than 30 days, the womeneating the single muffin per day saw the cell growth index of their breast cancer cells decrease by 34%, the expression of the dreaded cancer growthreceptor Her2 (c-erbB2) decrease by 71%, and the apoptosis or self-suicideindex of their breast cancer cells increase by 31%. If a new drug did this,the company's stock would increase 500 fold in one day and the newswould beall over the newswires. These results weren't attained by a drug, butby oneof God's Medicines, good ole dirt cheap flaxseeds. Isn't this amazing? In one month, one muffin a day caused 31% of thecancercells, on average, to die.http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=15897583Here is the real interesting part. Both the flax oil and the naturallignanprecursors in flaxseed were necessary to achieve these results. Flaxseed contains 100 to 800 times more lignan precursors than any other plantfood inthe vegetarian diet. Lignans are produced in the intestines bybacteria thatconvert the flax precursors into different lignan molecules. These lignans then readily enter the blood. There is an exact correlation between theamount of flaxseed ingested and the amount of lignans found in the blood.This means that consuming more flaxseed can increase the levels of anti-cancer lignans in the blood.What do lignans do? ly, the list goes on and on. They compete withestrogen for binding to its receptors, they are anti-angiogenesis factors(they stop blood vessel growth into tumors), etc. I will do a more completecomputer search in the next few days.What is really exciting is that flaxseed kills breast cancer cellsregardless if they possess estrogen receptors or not. This means theflaxseed protocol is NOT particular to estrogen dependent breast cancer. Infact, it is probably not particular to breast cancer at all. It's lookingmore and more like a general cancer preventative and treatment, and forpennies per day. This is amazing...http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=15849746In the following study human breast cancer cells implanted into immunedeficient mice were substantially growth inhibited if the mice were fed flaxseed. This study shows that flaxseed induced the down regulation ofinsulin like growth factor 1, and epidermal growth factor in these cells,two major growth factors for cancer cells of all types. This is similar to the down regulation of the Her2 receptor reported in the first study. Offurther note, the incidence of metastasis of these breast cancer cells tothe lungs was reduced by 89%. And the hits just keep on coming... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=12588699 Angiogenesis is the growth of blood vessels. Simple. But the growth ofbloodvessels into tumors provides them with food, and oxygen and removeswaste soits a process that should be stopped if at all possible. Tumor cells secreteangiogenesis factors such as VEGF, or vascular endothelial growth factor,which induces the formation of blood vessels into the tumors. Half thecancer-based scientific community, it seems that many anyway, are trying toturn off this process. Well, here is the bad news for the biotechcommunity...flaxseed inhibits cancer metastasis and does so partiallythrough the inhibition of VEGF release from cancer cells. Incredible!! http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=12142076 In the final study, flaxseed products were shown to reduce themetastasis ofmelanoma cells, one of the MOST metastatic of all cancers. Clearly,flaxseedinhibits the growth of all cancer cells, some more than others perhaps. In the future, you are going to see more and more studies on the use offlaxseed to both prevent and treat a wide variety of cancers. Therevolutionhas cleary begun and you heard it all here first. Hang on for the ride... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=10424786 Now, its muffin making time. Flaxseed Lignan PrecursorsIn the previous post, I cited some very exciting evidence that flaxseedmeal, baked into muffins, could actually kill a substantial number of breastcancer cells in newly dignosed women. This careful study was done in womenand confirmed by before and after biopsies. I absolutely cannot think ofanything more exciting for the preventation AND treatment of breast cancer.This Blog is to provide a little background information on what isgoing onbiochemically.Flaxseed contains the highest concentrations of different lignanprecursorsmolecules than any other plant. When these precursors are eaten, bacteria inthe gut convert them into biologically active molecules like thephytoestrogens enterodiol and enterolactone. These are the biologicallyactive lignans and they are rapidly transported across the intestinal wall into the blood.There are animals called "germ-free", kept in highly clean facilities,thathave NO bacteria in their bodies...anywhere. When these rats are fedflaxseed, the active lignans are not made. Clearly, bacteria are turning flaxseed precursors into powerful natural medicines.http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/queryd.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve & db=pubmed & dopt=Abstract & list_uids=12270221 It stands to reason that for flaxseed to be of maximal benefit, we need totake care of our gut bacteria. This sounds like a dumb comment but itisn't.The scientific evidence is clear. If you take antibiotics on a routine basis, smoke, have frequent bowl movements, or eat a great deal offat, yourintestinal bacteria will be killed. If you cannot drop your fatintake, stopsmoking, or stay off "the pot", you will need to consume acidophyllus milk or live culture yogurt. This is a must. Besides, you need the calcium forproper health anyway. If you are lactose intolerant, you can purchasecapsules of free dried intestinal bacteria.There is a huge scientific database on the role of lignans in health. Most of these studies have been in animals or epidemiological studies inhumans.These human studies are statistical. For example, a group of people in anarea in Germany or elsewhere may be studied for their intake of flaxseed andother grains and the future incidence of cancer they might experience.In general, lignans protect against breast cancer in premenopausal women.There really is no protection for postmenopausal women or for men with respect to prostate cancer. Clearly, lignans are blocking the estrogen IIreceptor and protecting against hormone dependent breast cancers. Greatnews.But the news is actually better than you think. These statistical studies followed people in their usual routine. This means the scientists did nottell them what to eat. They just recorded what they eat. Most peopledo NOTeat flaxseed or even use flax oil. They eat other grains that contain 100-800 times LESS lignan precursors. Next, there is a difference betweenpreventing a disease and treating one.The grains these people ate were probably at a MUCH lower level thanthe 25grams of flaxmeal consumed by the breast cancer women. Yet these lower levels were associated with a reduction in estrogen dependent cancers.Therewas no protection against postmenopausal breast cancers or prostatecancer.Clearly, only low levels of lignans need to be present to block the estrogenII receptor. BUT, the lignans in flaxmeal DO kill estrogen negative breastcancer cells. They also kill melanoma cells and probably many othertypes aswell. Its a question of dose, my friends.The more flaxmeal you consume, the more lignans enter the body. Thisis whatthe Canadian scientists did. 25 grams of flaxseed contains a hugeamount oflignan precursors. Why not take 50 grams of flaxseed a day in the form of muffins or smoothies (see next blog)? The stuff is definitely nottoxic andit could save your life no matter what kind of cancer you have. It is veryclear that these lignans are blocking powerful growth factor receptors likeEGF, Her2, Insulin like growth factor-1, and VEGF, the hormone responsiblefor stimulating blood vessels into tumors. These lignan effects havenothingto do with estrogen. It just so happens they are incredibly effective at blocking estrogen II receptors at very low doses. They also appear to beweak aromatase inhibitors.Some smoothie recipes to follow that use flaxmeal. Very yummy.*Flaxmeal Smoothies *Here are some delicious flax meal recipes compliments of , a memberof the Grouppe Kurosawa Discussion group.Keep in mind that 25 grams of flaxseed is about 1/8 of a cup or 4tablespoons. These seeds MUST be ground as fine as possible in a coffeegrinder. Flaxseed contains a great deal of oil so the consistency of the meal will not be like flour. But it must be ground into the finest mealpossible. Otherwise, our friends, the gut bacteria, will not be able toconvert the pre-lignans into active lignans.As I said previously, eat as much flaxmeal as you like, especially if you have cancer. It can only help you. I have been grinding up flaxmeal andputting it on live culture yogurt for years. I had no idea I was atrailblazer. Also, buy some flax oil. It's only sold in health food stores and must be refrigerated. Also, do NOT grind up flaxseed and put it ina jarfor storage, even in the frig. Grind up what you need fresh. I am worriedabout the flax oil in the meal going bad. Just color me cautious. Here are 's recipes. There are some additional references at theend. If you have new recipes to contribute, contact me atsmartin@...Chocolate Smoothie8-12 oz. organic chocolate milk 1/8 cup flaxseeds ground into meal in a coffee grinder1 tblsp (non-lignan) flaxseed oilcrushed iceConcord Grape Smoothie8-12 oz. Concord grape juice (or other non-citrus fruit juice)1/8 cup flaxseeds ground into meal in a coffee grinder 1 tblsp (non-lignan) flaxseed oilcrushed iceadd any type of other/frozen berries as desiredCherry Power Smoothie1/2 cup grape juice1/2 cup cherry juice (optional)1 1/2 cups frozen, darkcherries 1 sliced banana1 cup plain organic yogurt (active culture)1/4 cup ground flaxseed2-4 tblsp flaxseed oil2 tblsp raw wheat germ1-2 tblsp honeyPut everything in a blender, blend 2 minutes. Makes 2 tall glasses. Pineapple-Strawberry Smoothie1 1/2 cups chilled pineapple juice1/8 cup flaxseed ground into meal2 tblsp flaxseed oil8 tblsp organic yogurt10 frozen strawberriescrushed iceIn a blender, combine ingredients in the order listed and puree to a smoothconsistency, adding crushed ice as needed.Breakfast Muesli1/8 cup flaxseeds ground in a coffee grinder1 tblsp (non-lignan) flaxseed oil� cup of cottage cheeseAdd any or all:coarsely ground flaxseedshredded coconutdiced apples or other fresh fruitsliced bananaschopped walnuts or other nuts (not peanuts)diced dates, raisins or other dried fruit(If you use fresh or canned pineapple, you must eat the Muesli right away because the acid in pineapple causes the oil to taste bitter if not eatenimmediately.)Photo of prepared Muesli:http://www.glaube-nur.de/ernae05.htm Inexpensive coffee grinder:http://tinyurl.com/5zzmvGood reports/feedback re this blender:http://tinyurl.com/537heJohanna Budwig: Oil-Protein Diet Cookbookhttp://tinyurl.com/6hl6sJohanna Budwig: Flax Oil As a True Aid Against Arthritis, Heart Infarction,Cancer and Other Diseaseshttp://tinyurl.com/5jl4tThe Flax Cookbook: Recipes and Strategies for Getting the Most fromthe MostPowerful Plant on the Plane thttp://tinyurl.com/55yncFlaxseed Oil Kit�How to Grind Your Own Delicious Flaxseedhttp://www.wheatgrasskits.com/flaxkit.htm*The Flaxmeal Revolution Has Begun. Volunteers Wanted *The only way to prove the efficacy of flaxmeal as a true treatmentprotocolfor a wide variety of cancers and leukemias is to test it in volunteers.Grouppe Kurosawa is the only organization that can conduct and coordinatethese tests in a timely manner, and at no real cost to anyone.There is no shortage of men and women out there, across the world, thateither refuse modern medical treatment or have no access to medicaltreatment at all. We want volunteers from this category to test theefficacyof flaxseed dietary products on cancer and other diseases. Flaxseed cannot be found in most grocery stories in the US. But it can be found in almostall health food stores, as can flax seed oil.I bought some flaxseed a week ago and the organic form cost $1.45 a poundUSD. Flax oil is more expensive, but it's used in very small quantities. Itis not absolutely necessary to use flax seed oil anyway since the freshlyground meal contain substantial qualtities of oil.The idea that inexpensive, common flax seed meal and oil is that powerful against breast cancer growth is frankly a difficult concept to grasp. I amobviously great believer and promotor of natural medicines, but I neverexpected to see data like that reported by those wonderful Canadian doctors.I had to read their scientific paper three times and I STILL couldn'tbelieve it. I am now semi-buried in scientific abstracts and papers on thesubject of natural lignans and health. Now I believe it, the data doesn't lie. The clouds in my mind are clearing.We need medical volunteers and we need chef contributors to formulateflaxmeal and oil recipes that even children will readily consume.Remember,childhood cancer/leukemia is one of our major priorities, but children aren't going to eat anything that tastes bad.So let's get going. 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