In the wake of the Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster it is
crucial to understand the protective nature of foods in order to
protect yourself and your family against radiation exposure. Research
on food based radiation xposure after the Chernobyl disaster can give
us insight on what foods can reduce radiation exposure from our diet.
We also have research from Hiroshima after the atomic bomb attacks
that has highlighted the protective nature of fruits and vegetables in
the diet against cancer. Research following previous nuclear disasters
gives us insight into the measures we can take to protect against the
damaging effects of radiation exposure.
The Swedish Government monitored the radiation level of foods
following the Chernobyl disaster. They found that most animal based
foods including meat, dairy, and fish had higher levels of radioactive
substances than fruits, vegetables, grains, and potatoes. Eating plant
based foods can reduce exposure to radioactive substances by avoiding
concentrations of these substances in animal fat and tissues. A plant
centered diet in the midst of radiation exposure provides lower levels
of radioactive substances as well as fiber, antioxidants, and
phytochemicals that have the potential to reduce cancer rates
associated with radiation exposure.
The Swedish Government monitored the radiation level of foods
following the Chernobyl disaster. They found that most animal based
foods including meat, dairy, and fish had higher levels of radioactive
substances than fruits, vegetables, grains, and potatoes. Eating plant
based foods can reduce exposure to radioactive substances by avoiding
concentrations of these substances in animal fat and tissues. A plant
centered diet in the midst of radiation exposure provides lower levels
of radioactive substances as well as fiber, antioxidants, and
phytochemicals that have the potential to reduce cancer rates
associated with radiation exposure.
A study published in Russia reviewed the protective nature of dietary
fiber against radiation. Researchers used concentrates of dietary
fiber from lemon peel and beet root among other plants and found that
the fiber did have radioprotective properties. The authors concluded
that concentrated dietary fiber can be used in human nutrition to
accelerate the elimination of nuclides or radioactive elements.
Whether or not the Fukushima plant meltdown materializes into a global
disaster, the simple change to a strong plant diet can provide
significant protection and health benefits for you and your family.
Consuming a broad spectrum of fruits and vegetables can provide
powerful protection against the ravaging effects of radiation
exposure.
Sources:
http://perfectformuladiet.com/plant...http://www.juicefeasting.com/LinkCl...http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/...http://books.google.com/books?id=RY...http://www.sciencedirect.com/scienc...http://www.sott.net/articles/show/2... 
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