Health and Lifestyle

6 Cancer-Fighting Superfoods

Dr. Veena Madhankumar

Jun 7, 2019 — 3 min read

Cancer is always on the list of top feared diseases. Cancer is of several different forms. Trying to prevent them all individually can be an impossible task. The simplest way to prevent cancer overall can be by focusing on your diet.

Here are a few foods which are known to be rich in cancer-fighting elements. Adding them to your regular diet can help in strengthening your immune system and reducing inflammation.

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1.Turmeric

Curcumin is one of the primary and active ingredients found in turmeric. Research suggests that it has the ability to stop precancerous form evolving into cancer. Curcumin is proven to have anticancerous effects by several laboratory studies. Curcumin has the ability to prevent cancer cells from growing further and also kill them at an early stage.

2.Green Tea

Green tea is a polyphenol which inhibits the enzymes required for the growth of cancer cells. Along with the ability to inhibit cancer cells, polyphenols (GTP) also has the ability to kill the existing cancer cells without affecting healthy cells in any way.

3.Resveratrol

Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant which is found in abundance in pomegranate, raw cocoa and grape skin. It has several anti-cancer benefits. Resveratrol is a powerful anti-inflammatory compound. Hence it is found to aid in cancer treatment by reducing excess inflammation.

4.Tomatoes

If consumed on a regular basis, tomatoes can work towards reducing your risk of cancer. Apart from this, they also help in regulating your hormones, lowering cholesterol levels and releasing toxins.

5.Spirulina

Spirulina is a type of algae. It has nearly 58 percent of chlorophyll in every ounce. This is very high compared to most plants. Spirulina is also rich in vitamin B, C and E. Hence, spirulina is a very ideal supplement for patients who have cancer. Such a cocktail rich in nutrients has the ability to maintain a rigorous attack against cancer.

6.Cannabis oil

Cannabis oil can be considered to be one of the most potent cancer-fighting foods. It can activate the cannabinoid receptors in your body. Cannabinoids can play a vital role in generating and regenerating your immune system as well.

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