Infused Hummus Cures Cancer!

Hummus is a high-protein, low-fat super food! All of its ingredients have anticancer (and many other) properties:

• Tahini (sesame): slows growth of prostate, breast, lung, pancreatic, colon cancer and leukemia.
• Chick Peas: kills breast (MDA-MB-231) and prostate (PC-3 and LNCaP) cancer cells.
• Lemon Juice: slows the growth and spread of cancer.
• Vinegar: has antitumor properties among many other.

And many other plant-based ingredients or garnish you may add like:

• Garlic (and onions)
• Mediterranean olive oil
• herbs, spices, or puré vegetables
• Cannabis oil

Photo Credit: Always Nourished Blog

SOURCES:

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