New cellular research led by Dr. Andrea Doseff found that the antioxidant apigenin, rich in herbs of the Mediterranean diet, especially parsley, has the ability to alter a specific step in gene regulation, effectively “re-educating” cancer cells into normal cells that die as scheduled. They conducted their studies on breast cancer cells as well as other types of human cells. Previous research also indicates that apigenin has strong anti-inflammatory and immune boosting properties. In this study researchers found that it binds to an estimated 160 proteins in the human body, suggesting that it has multiple synergistic health effects.
What to do: Apigenin is an antioxidant in the flavonoid family of plant compounds. Diets rich in flavonoids have been linked to reduced inflammation and lower rates of many diseases. The absolute best dietary source of apigenin is parsley (both the curled and Italian flat-leaf varieties in fresh and dried forms are excellent sources). Other good dietary sources include celery, chamomile tea, cilantro/coriander, marjoram, licorice, oregano, rosemary, and tarragon. So, cook with plenty of herbs. Parsley is especially versatile. With its light scent and fresh taste, it is a great addition to soup or stew, tomato sauce, pasta, pesto sauce, green salad, grain salad, seafood, potatoes, rice, poultry, beef, lamb, eggplant, and cheese dishes.
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Arango D, Morohashi K,Yilmaz
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basis for the action of a dietary flavonoid revealed by the comprehensive
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PNA; published online May 22, 2013. doi:10.1073/pnas.1303726110. Available at: http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2013/05/17/1303726110.abstract
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