How exactly does capsaicin induce apoptosis in cancer cells?
Could somebody explain in basic terms how capsaicin helps kill certain cancer cells? Also, has anyone figured out why it affects only particular cells?
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Capsaicin is not a cancer cure. In fact, it is believed to cause a lot of gastrointestinal cancer in Mexico.
Susan S said this on October 29, 2009 at 5:06 am
This was an interesting question to research. Here’s what I found:
This article – http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2006-03/aafc-pch031306.php – has done studies with capsaicin and prostate cancer. The researchers were able to demonstrate that the capsaicin interfered with NF-kappa Beta, which is one of the mechanisms that lead to apoptosis. It also prevents prostate cells from proliferating, thereby preventing prostate cancer growth. The article goes into more detail and is an interesting read if you want to learn more.
g1powermac said this on October 29, 2009 at 5:06 am