One of the best ways to cut your risk of developing cancer is by changing your diet.
Try to eat a minimum of 5 veggies a day and then some fruit on top of that.
Curcumin / Turmeric
Turmeric, which is the main source of curry powder, contains curcumin – an active compound that is considered by many experts as a potential cancer fighter. Studies have shown this can be effective in reducing tumours .
Tomatoes
Linked to a reduction in the risk of several types of cancer, such as prostate cancer. Best small or squashed (including tomato sauce and tinned) lycopene will nourish your body and keep those disease-causing toxins away.
Mushrooms
Contain lectin that attacks cancerous cells and prevents them from multiplying. Add them to the BBQ.
Sweet Potatoes
Contain many essential compounds, including beta-carotene that has anti-cancer properties
Carrots
Also contains beta carotene which is known for its anti-cancer properties.
Cruciferous Vegetables
Kale, Cabbage, lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels etc all contain essential compounds that defend the body from free radicals that cause colon, breast, lung, and cervix cancer.
Green Tea
A large body of scientific studies suggests that tea may have a potential in beating cancers. Other types of tea, including black tea, are also rich in antioxidant compounds.
Grapes (this includes red wine….in moderation!)
Contain resveratrol which has strong antioxidant properties to prevent cellular damage that triggers cancer.
Avocado
Contains antioxidant properties which attacks free radicals in the body by blocking the intestinal absorption of body fats.
Grapefruit / Orange and Lemons
In particular these fruits can help fight cancer by removing carcinogens out and vitamin c encourages healthy cellular growth plus studies report that compound in grapefruits may also prevent breast cancer cells from multiplying.
Garlic
Not only great for the heart and circulation it also contains immune-enhancing allium compounds that fight cancer-causing substances.
Mineral Water
Water is another detoxifying agent, washing away the toxins and unnecessary compounds out of your system. Drinking water more often also cuts your risk of bladder cancer whilst protecting the liver and kidneys.