Consuming more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is a smart plan for cancer prevention, but there are some foods that may give you extra protection.
Compared with those who don't drink tea, regular sippers (green, black, oolong, or white all count) are at a lower risk of certain cancers, such as breast, colon, lung, and ovarian.
Because dry beans and peas contain plenty of folate, a B vitamin that promotes healthy cell division and fixes damaged cells, they lower your risk for pancreatic cancer.
Lycopene, the chemical that gives tomatoes their red color, is a powerful antioxidant. Studies have shown that it can prevent breast, lung, and endometrial cancer from spreading.
While all berries contain ellagic acid, strawberries and raspberries are your best bets for blocking cancers of the skin, bladder, lungs, esophagus, and breasts. The chemical acts as a strong antioxidant, neutralizing harmful carcinogens and slowing the spread of cancerous cells.
Raw broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower contain glucosinolates, a type of phytonutrient that can help kickstart the production of toxin-clearing enzymes.