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Hot curry stops bowel cancer
A study has found that a
chemical compound found in
spicy curries could help reduce
the risk of developing bowel
cancer.
Researchers gave capsaicin,
which gives chilli peppers their
heat, to mice genetically prone
to developing multiple tumours
in their gastrointestinal tract.
The capsaicin triggered a pain
receptor in the cells lining their
intestines, setting off a reaction
that reduced the risk of growing
colorectal tumours.
Scientists found that the
treatment extended the lifespan
of the mice by more than 30 per
cent. It was even more effective
when combined with celecoxib,
an anti inflammatory drug
already approved for treating
some forms of arthritis.
Bowel cancer is the third most
common type of cancer in the
UK, with doctors diagnosing an
average of 41,000 new cases of
the disease every year.
The study, published in The
Journal of Clinical Investigation,
recommended that patients
at risk of getting colon or
rectal cancers should be given
capsaicin as part of their diet to
inhibit tumour growth.
Capsaicin is already used
as an analgesic in topical
ointments, where it acts as an
irritant overwhelming nerves
reducing their ability to report
pain for extended periods of
time. It is also used in pepper
spray.
Data observed by scientists
suggests that individuals at
high risk of developing recurrent
intestinal tumours may benefit.
came out top and the proceeds
of the evening going to the
international children’s charity,
World Vision.
Food was provided for guests
by Madhu’s restaurant from
Southall whose lamb biryani
brought out the distinct and
delicate flavour of mira ice.
Tony O’Connor, CEO of Amira,
said, “The calibre of meals
served was exceptional and
all the competing restaurants
combined flavour in a way that
was truly inspirational. It has
been an honour and a pleasure
for Amira to take part in this
year s iffin u .
Winner of numerous
prestigious international awards
and recognitions, Amira Nature
Foods Limited was found in
1915 and is a family business
that has evolved into a leading
global provider of speciality rice
with sales in over 40 countries.
Amira rice
wows the
Tiffin Cup
Launched this summer as the
newest and highest quality
aromatic, speciality, basmati rice
brand on supermarket shelves,
making its debut its debut at
Tesco stores nationwide, Amira
rice also wowed participants
and guests at the
iffin
Cup Awards, by sponsoring the
event.
Hosted by MP’s Martin
Horwood and the Right
Honourable Keith Vaz, with a
celebrity judging panel included
Ready Steady Cook chef
Ainsley Harriott and actress
Nina Wadia, the cook-off event
was won by Purpl