Try C for the Big C
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Try Vitamin C for Cancer Prevention
Introduction
Vitamin C, popularly known as ascorbic acid, is one of the most well-known nutrients, especially as a dietary supplement. While there is mounting scientific evidence supporting its role in cancer prevention, its effectiveness as a cancer treatment remains uncertain.
Vitamin C's Popularity
Vitamin C is widely consumed, with over 40% of older Americans taking supplements. In certain areas, nearly 25% of adults use it. Among dietitians, it ranks as the most popular supplement, with 80% consuming over 250 milligrams. Historically, it gained prominence after British sailors found citrus fruits could cure scurvy, a condition caused by vitamin C deficiency.
Benefits of Vitamin C
Ascorbic acid plays a crucial role in collagen formation and immune function. It's a powerful antioxidant, shown to prevent ailments ranging from the common cold to heart disease. Despite its preventative benefits against cancer, its role in treating the disease is still under investigation.
Research on Vitamin C and Cancer
Current research explores vitamin C's potential in cancer treatment. Dr. Kedar Prasad from the University of Colorado has found that vitamin C can inhibit cancer cell growth in laboratory settings. He suggests combining it with chemotherapy and radiation. Dr. Mark Levine's team found that high doses of vitamin C, through IV infusions, produce hydrogen peroxide, which killed cancer cells without affecting healthy ones. This holds potential not only for cancer treatment but also for infections where hydrogen peroxide could be beneficial.
Expert Opinions
Most cancer experts remain skeptical about vitamin C as an effective treatment. Initial studies in the 1970s proposed high doses of vitamin C could help treat cancer, but subsequent research failed to confirm this. Many substances kill cancer cells in labs but don’t perform as expected in humans, as noted by Henry Scowcroft of UK-based Cancer Research, Inc. Recent studies, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, showed significant reductions in cancer cell survival without harming normal cells.
Conclusion
While the effectiveness of vitamin C as a cancer treatment is still debated, its role in prevention is widely supported. Eating a balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables remains an effective strategy to lower cancer risk.
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