Asparagus and Cancer

[Inga]

I came across this article and though it was interesting. In my studies I have seen asparagus bring people out of dialysis. There are some amazing things in nature to help heal people of different ailments.

I snoped this and nothing came up.
Does seem too good to be true but nothing ventured, nothing gained!
 
Asparagus & Cancer
 
Several years ago, I had a man seeking asparagus for a friend who had cancer. He gave me a photocopied copy of an article, entitled, `Asparagus for cancer' printed in Cancer News Journal, December 1979.
 
I will share it here, just as it was shared with me: 'I am a biochemist, and have specialized in the relation of diet to health for over 50 years. Several years ago, I learned of the discovery of Richard R. Vensal, D.D.S. that asparagus might cure cancer.
 

Since then, I have worked with him on his project. We have accumulated a number of favorable case histories.
 
Here are a few examples:
 
Case No. 1, A man with an almost hopeless case of Hodgkin's disease (cancer of the lymph glands) who was completely incapacitated. Within 1 year of starting the asparagus therapy, his doctors were unable to detect any signs of cancer, and he was back on a schedule of strenuous exercise.
 
Case No. 2, a successful businessman 68 years old who suffered from cancer of the bladder for 16 years. After years of medical treatments, including radiation without improvement, he went on asparagus. Within 3 months, examinations revealed that his bladder tumor had disappeared and that his kidneys were normal.
 
Case No. 3, a man who had lung cancer. On March 5th 1971, he was put on the operating table where they found lung cancer so widely spread that it was inoperable. The surgeon sewed him up and declared his case hopeless. On April 5th he heard about the asparagus therapy and immediately started taking it. By August, x-ray pictures revealed that all signs of the cancer had disappeared. He is back at his regular business routine.
 
Case No. 4, a woman who was troubled for a number of years with skin cancer. She finally developed different skin cancers which were diagnosed by asking specialist as advanced.. Within 3 months after starting on asparagus, her skin specialist said that her skin looked fine and no more skin lesions. This woman reported that the asparagus therapy also cure her kidney disease, which started in 1949. She had over 10 operations for kidney stones, and was receiving government disability payments for an inoperable, terminal, kidney condition. She attributes the cure of this kidney trouble entirely to the asparagus.
 
I was not surprised at this result, as `The elements of material medica', edited in 1854 by a Professor at the University of Pennsylvania , stated that asparagus was used as a popular remedy for kidney stones. He even referred to experiments, in 1739, on the power of asparagus in dissolving stones.
 
We would have other case histories but the medical establishment has interfered with our obtaining some of the records.. I am therefore appealing to readers to spread this good news and help us to gather a large number of case histories that will overwhelm the medical skeptics about this unbelievably simple and natural remedy.
 
For the treatment, asparagus should be cooked before using, and therefore canned asparagus is just as good as fresh.
 
I have corresponded with the two leading canners of asparagus, Giant and Stokely, and I am satisfied that these brands contain no pesticides or preservatives. Place the cooked asparagus in a blender and liquefy to make a puree, and store in the refrigerator. Give the patient 4 full tablespoons twice daily, morning and evening.
 
Patients usually show some improvement in from 2-4 weeks. It can be diluted with water and used as a cold or hot drink.. This suggested dosage is based on present experience, but certainly larger amounts can do no harm and may be needed in some cases.
 
As a biochemist I am convinced of the old saying that `what cures can prevent'. Based on this theory, my wife and I have been using asparagus puree as a beverage with our meals.
 
We take 2 tablespoons diluted in water to suit our taste with breakfast and with dinner. I take mine hot and my wife prefers hers cold. For years we have made it a practice to have blood surveys taken as part of our regular checkups.
 
The last blood survey, taken by a medical doctor who specializes in the nutritional approach to health, showed substantial improvements in all categories over the last one, and we can attribute these improvements to nothing but the asparagus drink...
 
As a biochemist, I have made an extensive study of all aspects of cancer, and all of the proposed cures. As a result, I am convinced that asparagus fits in better with the latest theories about cancer. Asparagus contains a good supply of protein called histones, which are believed to be active in controlling cell growth. For that reason, I believe asparagus can be said to contain a substance that I call cell growth normalizer. That accounts for its action on cancer and inacting as a general body tonic.
 
In any event, regardless of theory, asparagus used as we suggest, is a harmless substance.
 
The FDA cannot prevent you from using it and it may do you much good.. It has been reported by the US National Cancer Institute, that asparagus is the highest tested food containing glutathione, which is considered one of the body's most potent anticarcinogens and antioxidants.

[Celtic Rose]

I like asparagus quite a bit (preferable lightly saute'd in olive oil then sprinkled with salt and pepper) but I'm not too sure about drinking it...

I've never tried canned asparagus either. I think I'll stick with eating fresh asparagus more frequently 

[Inga]

I love asparagus myself. I guess if you wanted to live, you would try about anything.There many alternatives for many illnesses. Bottoms up!

[Lord Undies]

I consider asparagus a Gift from God.  I can (and will) eat it everyday. 

Canned asparagus, with its unique texture, has its uses - in stews, soups, dips, stuffings, etc., so don't discount it.  Fresh asparagus is the way to go if it's going to be a side dish.  Try it roasted wrapped in bacon, sprinkled with fresh pepper, and parmesan.  Yum.

[Inga]

I consider asparagus a Gift from God.  I can (and will) eat it everyday. 

Canned asparagus, with its unique texture, has its uses - in stews, soups, dips, stuffings, etc., so don't discount it.  Fresh asparagus is the way to go if it's going to be a side dish.  Try it roasted wrapped in bacon, sprinkled with fresh pepper, and parmesan.  Yum.

God has given us many gifts.And food and herb are but a few. Never had it roasted. How long does it need to roast? Sounds great.My favorite way of eating it is chopped up in soup or right out of a can.

But I'm like Celtic rose, I didn't know about juiced. I have tried the tea(in little packets) and it tasted pretty green.(Get at Herbal Healing Academy, on-line.) Juiced my be better because you have a texture and a little seasoning added.Walla

[Lord Undies]

God has given us many gifts.And food and herb are but a few. Never had it roasted. How long does it need to roast? Sounds great.My favorite way of eating it is chopped up in soup or right out of a can.

But I'm like Celtic rose, I didn't know about juiced. I have tried the tea(in little packets) and it tasted pretty green.(Get at Herbal Healing Academy, on-line.) Juiced my be better because you have a texture and a little seasoning added.Walla

Surely God's Blessed Gifts are boundless, but I like to think He had me in mind when He brought forth asparagus.  IOW, I was implying a personal gift. 

To roast asparagus, toss in olive oil and roast at 400 degress for ten to twenty minutes, depending on personal taste.  Check for tenderness at the ten minute mark.  When wrapped in bacon, the asparagus will be done when the bacon's done.

[franksolich]

I consider asparagus a Gift from God.  I can (and will) eat it everyday. 

Canned asparagus, with its unique texture, has its uses - in stews, soups, dips, stuffings, etc., so don't discount it.  Fresh asparagus is the way to go if it's going to be a side dish.  Try it roasted wrapped in bacon, sprinkled with fresh pepper, and parmesan.  Yum.

Too much work, sir, and creates dirty dishes.

Me, I just chomp on raw asparagus as if it's carrots yanked from the ground.

[Lord Undies]

Too much work, sir, and creates dirty dishes.

Me, I just chomp on raw asparagus as if it's carrots yanked from the ground.

I don't mind dirty dishes.  They are part of life, and as we know GE brings good thing to life, so I wash them in my GE dishwasher.  I hardly break a sweat.

Raw vegetables are nice (teeth issues aside), but there is benefits in cooking veggies.  Heat renders the natural fats/oils in the vegetables and enhances their flavor and changes their texture.   These benefits are why the raw pinto bean never caught on.   

[Hawkgirl]

I always liked asparagus.  It flushes out toxins from your kidney and just improves your urinary tract from the kidney's to bladder.  I wasn't aware that it was helpful all over.  I'd eat it everyday but it does make your pee smell bad...

Anyway, my favorite way to cook it....is stewed with poached eggs.  It's a sicilian dish.

Saute lots of onions in olive oil..when the onions are translucent, cut asparagus and some sliced ripened tomatoes...then add chicken stock or water +1 buillion and let it incorporate for a while.
After asparagus is cooked and tender (I only use fresh), crack open a few eggs right into the broth.  Once the eggs are done...shut off flame and enjoy.

Sorry, I don't measure anything...It's always the way my mother has made it.

[Lord Undies]

I'd eat it everyday but it does make your pee smell bad...

Ever noticed that shiny handle on the toilet tank?   

[RobJohnson]

I always liked asparagus.  It flushes out toxins from your kidney and just improves your urinary tract from the kidney's to bladder.  I wasn't aware that it was helpful all over.  I'd eat it everyday but it does make your pee smell bad...

Anyway, my favorite way to cook it....is stewed with poached eggs.  It's a sicilian dish.

Saute lots of onions in olive oil..when the onions are translucent, cut asparagus and some sliced ripened tomatoes...then add chicken stock or water +1 buillion and let it incorporate for a while.
After asparagus is cooked and tender (I only use fresh), crack open a few eggs right into the broth.  Once the eggs are done...shut off flame and enjoy.

Sorry, I don't measure anything...It's always the way my mother has made it.

I love asparagus & eggs.

Many years ago, when growing up, my family had an asparagus patch. It was alot of work, but worth the effort.

[Lord Undies]

I was at Walmart yesterday.  Fresh asparagus was priced at 97 cents/lb.  I thought it was a mistake.  I thought the "2" had fallen off the first place of the price sign.  I got one one-pound bunch.  It rang up for 97 cents at the checkout.  I'm going back today to get more. 

[NHSparky]

97 cents?  NFW!!!  I paid $4/lb for the marinated stuff at the butcher shop yesterday.  It was awesome, but dayum!

Now it's time to erase any benefit derived from the asparagus by drowning it in bernaise sauce with my steak (ribeye, of course).