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Function D-glucarate functions by inhibiting the dangerous beta-glucuronidase enzyme, thus protecting the critical "glucuronidation" detoxification mechanism. Excess levels of free estrogens and the beta-glucuronidase enzyme are associated with increased incidence of breast cancer. The beta-glucuronidase enzyme is associated with an increase in the number of estrogen receptors. When breast cells hyper-proliferate in response to excess estrogen stimulation, the risk of breast cancer increases.
In men, excess estrogen stimulation in the prostate gland can result in benign enlargement. D-glucurate suppresses the "bad" enzyme beta-glucuronidase, thus helping to protect against the carcinogenic effects of estrogen. This discovery helps explain why those who eat certain types of vegetables and fruits have relatively low rates of cancer. |
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