A protein normally produced by a fetus. AFP levels are usually undetectable in the blood of healthy adult men or women (who are not pregnant). An elevated level of AFP suggests the presence of either a primary liver cancer or germ cell tumor. Definition (CSP) class of embryonic serum alpha globulins which appear in early development; in adult serum, the presence of AFP indicates certain pathologic states, especially liver neoplasms.
Type O blood: A high-protein diet heavy on lean meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables, and light on grains, beans, and dairy. D'Adamo also recommends various supplements to help with tummy troubles and other issues he says people with type O tend to have.
The best fruits for type O people are cherries, plums, figs and prunes, though fruit like apples, bananas, pears, peaches, grapes and kiwi can be eaten up to two times a week. Lunch for a type O person on the Blood Type diet could be a spinach salad topped with slices of lean beef and paired with fresh fruit. D'Adamo advises that beef, lamb and venison are the best choices for people with type O blood, though rabbit and poultry like turkey, duck or chicken can be eaten a few times weekly.