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Fruits And Vegetables Boost DNA Repair

By Aqiyl Aniys | May 17th, 2016 | Modified - May 17th, 2016

Fruits and vegetables contain a large number of phytonutrients that modulate DNA repair, and also boost the detoxification enzymes, and also influence gene expression.

Fruits and vegetables boost DNA repair and this is important because on average there are 800 incidents of DNA damage in our bodies every hour.

The DNA damage can lead to mutations of cells and the transformation of those cells into cancer cells. The body has programmed responses that work to correct the DNA damage and plant phytonutrients give the processes a boost in case the natural protective responses become overwhelmed.

Find the best foods that collectively offer a strong boos to DNA repair on this nutritional guide.

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About Author: Aqiyl Aniys

Aqiyl Aniys is the author of the book Alkaline Herbal Medicine, the Alkaline Plant Based Diet book, and the children's book, Faith and Justice eat an Alkaline Plant Based Diet." He received a certificate in plant-based nutrition from Cornell University, a BA in Organizational Behavior and Communications from NYU, worked as an elementary school teacher, and studied social work. He enjoys boxing, kick boxing, cycling, power walking, and basically anything challenging, and his alkaline plant-based diet supports all that he does. Learn more about transitioning to avegan diet using the Dr. Sebi nutritional guide.