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| What is the Macrobiotic Diet?
The word "macrobiotic" comes
from Greek roots and means
"long life". The macrobiotic
diet and philosophy were
developed by a Japanese
educator named George Ohsawa,
who believed that simplicity
was the key to optimal health.
The macrobiotic diet is a low-fat, high fiber diet that is a predominantly vegetarian diet, emphasizing whole grains and vegetables. In addition, the macrobiotic diet is rich in phytoestrogens from soy products. Because low-fat, high fiber diets are often recommended for cancer and other chronic diseases, the macrobiotic diet has been used by people with these conditions. The phytoestrogen content may be protective and reduce the risk of estrogen-related cancers such as breast cancer. However, further research is needed to clarify whether the macrobiotic diet is effective in cancer prevention and treatment. The macrobiotic diet emphasizes foods that tend to be lacking in the North American diet, such as fiber-rich whole grains, vegetables, and beans. It is low in saturated fat and high in phytoestrogens, which proponents believe may help to balance female hormones and help with menopause, premenstrual syndrome, and prevention against breast cancer and endometriosis. In addition, the macrobiotic diet is low in meat, dairy products, and sugar. | |||||||||||||||||||
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