Most expensive Spice perfect drug against cancer in the world?

New research has demonstrated the efficacy of Saffron spice to protect against the development of liver cancer, published in the latest issue of hepatology.

Study, the researchers based at the University of the United Arab Emirates found cancer cell proliferation, as well as a significant reduction in the number of modules between liver recipients study receiving the highest dose of Saffron.

"With limited treatment options, approaches that prevent the development of cancer are among the best strategies to protect against the disease," said study investigator, Professor Amr Amin United Arab Emirates University. "Our results suggest that saffron provides a protective effect, promoting cancer cell death (apoptosis) and inhibit the proliferation of cancerous cells, and blocking inflammation".

Liver cancer is the third most common cause of cancer-related mortalities and fifth most common cancer in the world. According to Amin, diethylnitrosamine (DEN), which is found in cigarette smoke cosmetic , products, gasoline, and cleaning of the home and food, including meat and dairy products, is one of the most significant environmental carcinogens linked to cancer of the liver.

For the first time in Asian texts from the 7th century BC, Saffron is the world's most expensive Spice by weight. Collected from the stigmas of crocus flowers is used in a number of food worldwide and has been revered for health benefits for thousands of years, including relieving symptoms of PMS, treat depression and contributing to weight loss. Recent research has also shown to play a role in alleviating the symptoms of mild Alzheimer's disease, in addition to having a protective effect on heart and immune boosting properties .

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Tags: drug against cancer, crocus flowers, diethylnitrosamine (DEN), environmental carcinogens, liver cancer, saffron

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