“Eat the Rainbow” Trick Drives Down Cancer Risk
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted April 6, 2024
If I were to ask you, “What’s the color of good health?” what would you say?
Maybe it’s green or blue, the “colors of nature.” Or rosy pink cheeks may come to mind.
Well, it turns out the “colors of the rainbow” might be the best answer.
Research suggests the key to a long, healthy life could lie in harnessing the power hidden inside vibrant fruits and vegetables.
And now scientists say compounds in that same colorful produce could ward off deadly cancer.
Recent research shed light on how flavonols, a group of potent compounds in fruits and veggies, are critical for continued good health.
This subclass of flavonoids is already linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases. Now, a large study published in the journal Scientific Reports confirms these nutrients’ wide-ranging health benefits.
The study included nearly 12,000 U.S. adults and found that those who ate more flavonol-rich foods had lower overall mortality rates and fewer cases of cancer and heart disease. Plus, the more you eat, the BIGGER the benefits.
The study focused on four specific flavonol subtypes:
- isorhamnetin,
- kaempferol,
- myricetin, and
- quercetin
To get more of them into your diet, eat a variety of produce and plant-based foods. This includes flavonol-rich onions, kale, lettuce, grapes, berries, black tea, and chocolate (dark and in moderation, of course).
Remember, the vibrant colors of fruits and vegetables don’t JUST make your meals look more visually appealing—they also serve as a reminder of the powerful nutrients hidden inside.
So, to send your chances of staying heart-healthy and cancer-free soaring, go ahead and eat the rainbow.
P.S. Plus, this delicious produce aisle secret SUPERCHARGES aging muscles.
Source:
Zong, Z., Cheng, X., Yang, Y., Qiao, J., Hao, J., & Li, F. (2024). Association between dietary flavonol intake and mortality risk in the U.S. Adults from NHANES database. Scientific Reports, 14(1), 1-15.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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