Cancer is worldwide epidemic and ifwe go with
facts, everyday there one person gets diagnosed with some form of cancer. But it’s not all a lost cause because according
to many studies conducted worldwide, there is 1 preventive measure, we can take
- DIET.
Diet plays a vital role in
the management of cancer because they are the source of important physiological
functional components.
Here is a list of 10
foods that prevent cancer-
Rich in Vitamin E, peanuts
reduces the risk of colon, lung, liver, and other cancers.
Grapefruit
Grapefruits are high in Vitamin
C. This element prevents the formation of
cancer-causing nitrogen compounds.
Berries
Berries top the charts when
it comes to cancer fighting foods. Raspberries, blueberries, and cranberries are
very promising potential to help prevent cancer.
Sweet potatoes
Sweet potato is full of beta
carotene. The consumption of high beta carotene foods reduces the risk of cancers.
Turmeric
Cur cumin, the active ingredient
in turmeric, acts as both an anti inflammatory and an antioxidant, and prevents
cancer by interfering with aspects of cellular signalling.
Tea
Tea contains catechins compounds;
these compounds restrict the growth of cancer. Tea reduces risk of lung,
prostate, colon and breast cancers.
Tomato
Tomatoes, which contain lycopene,
help prevent prostate cancer. Lycopene is a strong antioxidant that may also prevent
other types of cancers.
Pomegranates
Pomegranates are rich in
ellagic acid. According to a few studies, ellagic acid slows down cancer cell
growth and deactivates cancer causing compounds.
Onions
Again, a food rich in anti-cancer
substances including allicin, onions are a staple in Indian dishes. You can also
incorporate it through salads or just eating it raw.
Wild salmon (Fish) ··
Eating foods rich in vitamin
D will help in blocking the development of blood vessels that feed growing tumors
and help stop the proliferation of cancerous and precancerous cells.
APEKSHA CHOUBEY
Dietician
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