World Cancer Day 2022: 5 cancer-fighting foods to add in your diet
By Sanjay Maurya
“One day at a time, one step at a time. Do what you can, do your best. Let God handle the rest.” — Michelle Jones
Today (February 4) is the day that has gained popularity internationally for raising awareness of cancer. An estimated 9.5 million people worldwide die of cancer each year. Various groups around the world celebrate World Cancer Day by hosting events, seminars and even campaigns to raise awareness about how the disease can be prevented through nutrition and food.
Things you should know
- Smoking is the most important preventable cause of cancer in the world
- Overweight and obesity, behind smoking, is the second most preventable cause of cancer.
- Skin cancer is caused by too much ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or sunbeds.
- Eating a well-balanced, healthful diet can help lower your cancer risk.
- The less alcohol you consume, the lower your cancer risk.
- While cancer cannot be contracted, some infections, such as HPV, might raise your risk.
- Although cancer can strike anyone at any age, it is far more frequent among the elderly.
5 cancer-fighting foods to add to your daily diet
01 – Apple
Apples include vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that helps to promote immune function and combat cancer cell development. Apples may help cancer patients recuperate in addition to avoiding malignancies. Apples are one of the most widely eaten fruits on the planet. Apples are high in antioxidants, flavonoids, dietary fibre, vitamins, and many other minerals.
02 – Cruciferous Vegetables
Kale, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, mustard greens/seeds, and radish are all wonderful leafy vegetables. Sulforaphane, antioxidants, and choline are abundant in them. It aids in powerful immune-boosting and scientifically studied they are an anticancer group of veggies.
03 – Kiwis
Kiwis are loaded with vitamins and minerals. It contains vitamin C and aids in DNA repair. During chemotherapy and radiation, vitamin C is a must-have. Include this fruit in your diet to help your body fight cancer-like properties.
04 – Mushrooms
Mushrooms may be helpful in the fight against cancer, according to various scientific studies. Mushrooms are employed as a component in several medicinal supplements because of their cancer-fighting properties. They are anti-inflammatory foods and do not give tumors the fuel to work. They also aid in the safeguarding of DNA.
05 – Carrots
Vitamin K, vitamin A, and antioxidants are just a few of the nutrients found in this vegetable. It also includes high levels of beta-carotene, which has been linked to strengthening the immune system and perhaps preventing some forms of cancer in studies. Carrots have been shown to reduce the risk of breast and prostate cancer.
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