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Vegetables Against Cancer: Cancer Prevention Starts in Your Kitchen

by Mirta N. Piroso , Ettore Piroso
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781545301838
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Publisher Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
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  • Pages: 334
  • Original Price: GBP 14.71
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 450 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Diet & Nutrition / Nutrition

Knowledge empowers people to make the right choices. After reading this book, everyone will be motivated to eat more vegetables...and for the right reasons.Many epidemiological studies had consistently shown that people with a diet high in vegetables have a lesser incidence of cancer. Vegetables Against Cancer examined the data behind those claims. Without biases, additions or modifications, the information generated by reviewing over 200 scientific publications is presented to the readers in a format that allows them to reach their own conclusions.BUT NOT ALL IS ABOUT JUST SCIENCEAs the narrative evolves, the book goes over anecdotes and legends that will marvel reader's imagination. A continuous stream of fascinating tales entwined with each of the vegetables discussed. In each page, readers will be transported back in time and put in the middle of historical events. They will be exploring the South Pacific Islands with Captain Cook; experiencing the" March to the Sea" with General Sherman; learn about how ancient Roman women hanging cucumbers around their waist to get pregnant; witness the efforts of Henry Ford in making a car purely from soybeans and so on. Each chapter has its own enchanting twist. Readers will be learning the scientific facts about 24 common vegetables and cancer, while having fun.The book also includes several complementary chapters to make the whole experience more enjoyable.Food Festivals: A listing of the more important festivals around the world, celebrating vegetables. The information, location and dates, are arranged at a mode of Tours in four different continents. Adventurous readers can organize their next vacation around the vegetable's festivals.Art and Vegetables: During the book narrative there multiple references to art pieces, exhibitions, museums, etc. The chapter offer readers the detailed information about how to visit those places.The value of growing your own: A review of how tender your own garden may contribute to your well being. Also includes a discussion about the organic farming. Favorite Recipes: At the end of the day is not just about what we eat but how we eat it. Each chapter concludes with a delicious recipe in which the described vegetable is central.Glossary of Terms: Even when the book is written in a language easy to follow, a Glossary of terms serves as an additional resource for better comprehension.References: For those with a more rigorous mind, all references cited in the book are grouped in a final chapter. Most of the citations are from peer-reviewed journals

Ettore is natural of Italy and graduated as MD from University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He completed his training in Hematology and Medical Oncology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. During his years in practice as Board certified Oncologist, he published scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals, developed a number of outreach programs for cancer patients and was the recipient of several awards. He retired in 2016 as Director of Oncology Services at New Ulm Medical Center in rural MN. Mirta is a native of Argentina. She graduated from Nova Southwestern University in FL, with a master of science in mental health counseling. Her main professional interest has been couple's therapy and children emotional issues. Mirta is an avid gardener and passionate cook who enjoys creating new dishes for family and friends. Mirta and Ettore have been married for 40 years. They have three children and four grandchildren. Currently, they live in Colorado Springs, CO.

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