Lung Cancer "Foodie Friday" - Prevention Week - Apple Cider

An apple a day may keep the doctor away – and with regard to lung cancer prevention – may keep the oncologist away. Apples are rich in plant substances (phytochemicals) called flavonoids. The National Cancer Institute has reported that foods containing flavonoids might reduce the risk of lung cancer up to 50%.

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But stop as you begin to skin that apple. The skin of the apple harbors nearly 5 times as many flavonoids as the flesh. For those who prefer to skip the skin when eating apples, apple cider is a great alternative. Unlike apple juice, apple cider is usually made with the whole apple, including the skin.

So, as a health nut, I searched online for the perfect mulled apple cider to serve up for my family. My favorite, and one that comes with a great to-do-list approach, is provided by our own About.com Guide to New England, Kim Knox Beckius:

How To Make Hot Mulled Cider

If you don’t like to sip on apple cider – this cancer fighter can be enjoyed in many ways. Once again, Kim did my homework for me, and shares a multitude of ways to cook with the addition of apple cider. From pound cake, to turkey breast to carrots, most of us can find some way to add this source of flavonoids to our diet:

Cooking With Apple Cider