Today, cancer is estimated to hit about roughly one in three people; a statistic that should alarm anyone into taking preventative action in his life.Pollution, genetics and diets are all contributing factors to how much cancer risk we expose ourselves to. While we may not have control over pollution or genetics, we can certainly take control with what we eat. Read on to see the top four anti-cancer foods you should be eating more of:
Berries. Fresh berries, particularly those with dark and purple hues, have been well-documented to contain strong doses of antioxidants which can help to prevent cancer. In addition, a powerful chemical known as phytoalexin has been shown to have inhibitory effects on the process of carcinogenesis, giving even more proof to consumers that these delicious sweet treats of nature deserve to be our daily desserts.
Turmeric. The yellow, slightly pungent spice used in Indian cuisine may have much to offer as an anti-carcinogen. It contains a chemical called curcumin which has been shown to inhibit cancer formation in cells. Spice up your tofu scrambles and baked fish fillets with a few dashes of this healing powder.
Tomato products. Lycopene has been proven time and again to be a strong anti-carcinogen in research laboratories. Tomato products, from tomato sauce to tomato paste, may contribute greatly to prostate cancer risk reduction.
Cruciferous vegetables. You probably can still hear your mother nagging into your ear at the dinner table: "Finish your broccoli!" But, she was right! Broccoli as well as cabbage, kale and other cruciferous vegetables, contain both antioxidants as well as minerals like selenium, which prevent cancer in a number of ways: Protecting the cells against oxidation; increasing detoxification of the cells; decreasing carcinogenic activity of the body; and slowing tumor growths. So eat your cabbage!
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