By Keith Bishop | Clinical Nutritionist, Cancer Coach, Retired Pharmacist | Prevail Over Cancer

If your liver has already done the hard work of neutralizing a toxin or excess hormone — but your gut is quietly undoing all of that work before it can leave your body — you have an enzyme problem.

That enzyme is called beta-glucuronidase. And one of the most-researched natural compounds for addressing it is calcium D-glucarate.

In this post, we'll break down exactly what calcium D-glucarate is, how it works at the biochemical level, what the research shows across multiple cancer types, and where it fits inside a comprehensive integrative oncology protocol.

What Is Calcium D-Glucarate?

Calcium D-glucarate is the calcium salt of D-glucaric acid — a naturally occurring compound produced in small amounts by the human body and found abundantly in a variety of plant foods. The calcium is there for stability in supplement form. The active ingredient is the glucarate portion.

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Beans and Legumes are a much-needed weapon against cancer.

Beans and legumes, the humble staples of many global cuisines, are gaining recognition in the scientific community for their potential role in reducing the risk and mortality of many diseases and cancer. This blog post will delve into the research behind these claims, shedding light on why I put beans and legumes in my Cancer Food Pyramid Tactic.

What are Beans and Legumes?

Beans and legumes are the fruits or seeds of a family of plants called Fabaceae. They are rich sources of fiber, essential vitamins and minerals, and plant-based protein. Common examples include chickpeas, lentils, peas, kidney beans, black beans, soybeans, pinto beans, navy beans, and peanuts.[1]

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Nutritional Powerhouses

Beans and legumes are high in minerals and fiber without the saturated fat found in some animal proteins. They are rich in plant protein, fiber, B-vitamins, iron, folate, calcium,...