The first reason is that flesh takes a long time to get through the colon. Putrefecation and the ensuing waste products are trapped and cause dis-ease. The bits of flesh that had been browned or blackened are oxidized and put off free-radicals that interrupt cell membranes. See our section on Free-Radicals . High flesh-eaters don't generally get enough vitamins and minerals to combat the effects of this disruption, much less get the nutrition they need for every day function.
Phytochemicals are a recent discovery.
Found in carrots, cabbage and other vegetables, they are potent warriors against cancer. This is a problem with all types of cancer, they are finding out, as well as heart disease. Fiber in the diet is derived from plant material. Oats, bran, apples, bananas, grains, carrots, figs, all greens, prunes, pears, papaya, parsnips and beans are all high-fiber foods. One of the main benefits of fiber is that it binds cholesterol in the bloodstream.