{"id":3395,"date":"2022-05-19T19:39:47","date_gmt":"2022-05-19T14:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=3395"},"modified":"2026-08-27T12:39:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T12:39:16","slug":"10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods to Include in Your Diet\u00a0for\u00a0Lowering\u00a0Your\u00a0Cancer Risk\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a92d6e978063\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a92d6e978063\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#Foods_to_Be_Mindful_Of\" >Foods to Be Mindful Of<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#10_Foods_That_May_Help_Lower_Cancer_Risk\" >10 Foods That May Help Lower Cancer Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#Frequently_Asked_QuestionsFAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/10-cancer-fighting-foods-you-should-befriend\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancer affects people across every age, race, and background, and despite enormous progress in research, it remains a disease we haven\u2019t found a way to eliminate. What often gets overlooked, though, is how much of our\u00a0risk is shaped by\u00a0our\u00a0day-to-day\u00a0choices.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Health experts point to a number of contributing factors behind cancer\u2019s occurrence and spread, including\u00a0exposure to toxins, deficiency of certain nutrients, genetic factors\u00a0and a\u00a0poor diet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of these, diet is the one we have the most control over. It also cuts both ways: alongside eating more of the foods research associates with lower cancer risk, it\u2019s worth being mindful of the<a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/world-cancer-day-2017-debunk-the-myths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0<\/a>foods that are linked to a higher risk of cancer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing worth saying plainly before the list: no single food, and no diet, can guarantee that you won\u2019t get cancer, or treat it if you already have it. What the\u00a0article discusses\u00a0below shows is association, not an exact\u00a0prevention or\u00a0cure. Diet is one part of a much bigger picture that includes genetics, screening, and medical care.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_to_Be_Mindful_Of\"><\/span><strong>Foods to Be Mindful Of<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before getting to what to add, it\u2019s worth knowing what to cut back on. Processed meat and\u00a0red meat\u00a0are both classified as carcinogenic\u00a0(cancer causing)\u00a0to humans<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK507972\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">1<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0In addition to this, the foods mentioned below may also add\u00a0to\u00a0the risk<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC2782753\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">2<\/a><\/sup>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fried, burnt, and overly charred food\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food additives, particularly in ultra-processed products\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive alcohol consumption\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Foods_That_May_Help_Lower_Cancer_Risk\"><\/span><strong>10 Foods That May Help Lower Cancer Risk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some foods are naturally rich in nutrients and antioxidants that may help strengthen immunity and\u00a0fight free-radical damage. This can help\u00a0to lower the risk of\u00a0cancer occurrence.\u00a0However, note that\u00a0as with the section above, the evidence here is about association and risk reduction, not guaranteed prevention.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some foods you can include in your diet:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Broccoli<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-375x250.webp\" alt=\"broccoli\" class=\"wp-image-270384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/broccoli-2.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Diets higher in cruciferous vegetables like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-broccoli\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broccoli<\/a><\/strong> are associated with lower rates of certain cancers in population studies, an effect researchers partly attribute to a compound called sulforaphane.\u00a0It\u00a0has shown to\u00a0act through several mechanisms to provide prevention against prostate cancer in a preclinical\u00a0study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26557472\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0While further human studies are\u00a0needed, including\u00a0broccoli\u00a0in your routine diet can be beneficial.\u00a0Steaming it or eating it raw\u00a0(well cleaned in warm water)\u00a0generally preserves more of\u00a0its beneficial compounds\u00a0than microwaving does.\u00a0<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_3395\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_3395\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Blueberries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-375x250.webp\" alt=\"blueberries\" class=\"wp-image-273212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/blueberries-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-blueberries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blueberries<\/a><\/strong>, along with other berries like raspberries, cherries, and strawberries, are rich in antioxidant compounds that help\u00a0neutralize\u00a0free radicals, the unstable molecules linked to cell damage over time<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26501271\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">4<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0It\u2019s worth knowing that antioxidants from whole foods and antioxidants from concentrated supplements haven\u2019t shown the same results in clinical research. In one large trial, high-dose beta-carotene and retinol supplements were actually linked to a higher lung cancer risk in smokers<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29889248\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">5<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0Thus, getting antioxidants through diet rather than supplements\u00a0can be\u00a0a\u00a0better-supported approach.\u00a0However,\u00a0your\u00a0doctor can guide you best if supplementation is required.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Kiwi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-212655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/23065950\/close-up-green-kiwi-fruit-slices-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-kiwi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kiwi<\/a><\/strong> is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin E, both of which support normal immune function\u00a0and act as antioxidants<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29470689\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">6<\/a><\/sup>. Consuming them\u00a0as part of an overall balanced diet\u00a0may have additional benefits.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Walnuts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-375x250.webp\" alt=\"walnuts\" class=\"wp-image-260738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/walnut.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/12-amazing-health-benefits-of-walnuts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walnuts<\/a><\/strong> contain a compound called pedunculagin, which the body converts into compounds known as urolithins. Laboratory research suggests urolithins may interact with oestrogen receptors in ways relevant to breast tissue, and early animal studies have looked at walnuts in relation to cancer prevention<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25214070\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">7<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0This research is still developing and hasn\u2019t been established in humans, but walnuts are a reasonable addition to a balanced diet for general health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Garlic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-375x250.webp\" alt=\"garlic\" class=\"wp-image-207697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20124629\/garlic-blanket-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/top-10-health-benefits-of-garlic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Garlic\u2019s <\/a><\/strong>sulfur compounds are believed to support immune function, and researchers have studied these compounds in relation to tumour growth in laboratory settings<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28501767\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">8<\/a><\/sup>. That research is still at an early stage and hasn\u2019t been established at the doses used in typical home cooking, but garlic remains a healthy addition to most diets.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Herbs and Spices<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-375x250.webp\" alt=\"spice\" class=\"wp-image-287401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/spices-spoons-wooden-table-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-turmeric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Turmeric<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0tops this list, largely because of curcumin, a compound studied for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, including in laboratory research on colon and breast cancer cells. Human clinical evidence is still developing, partly because curcumin on its own is poorly absorbed by the body<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33041781\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">9<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0Yet, it\u2019s a reasonable spice to cook with regularly. Other herbs and spices worth including for general immune support are basil, parsley, ginger, thyme, cayenne pepper, and oregano.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"252\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-375x252.webp\" alt=\"Lemongrass Tea\" class=\"wp-image-281225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-375x252.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-1024x687.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-768x515.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-480x322.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-715x480.webp 715w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea-150x101.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lemongrass-Tea.webp 1264w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A meta-analysis of population studies found that women who regularly drink black tea have somewhat lower rates of ovarian cancer<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28445129\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10<\/a><\/sup>. As with other observational findings, this shows an association rather than a guarantee, and more research is needed to understand why.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Beans<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-287399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/black-beans-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Black beans are a good source of fiber, which ferments in the gut and produces a fatty acid called butyrate. Butyrate has been studied for its role in colon health, and higher overall fiber\u00a0intake is associated with lower rates of colon\u00a0cancer in population research<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38398853\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">11<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Apples<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-375x250.webp\" alt=\"apple\" class=\"wp-image-234176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-2048x1366.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/17105125\/top-view-bunch-apples-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Apples are also rich in fiber.\u00a0The natural\u00a0fiber\u00a0in apples ferments in the colon, and diets higher in fiber\u00a0are generally associated with better colon health in population studies<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27000627\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">12<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Bean Sprouts and Cabbage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-287398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/fresh-cabbage-table-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bean sprouts and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cabbage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cabbage<\/a><\/strong> are both part of the cruciferous vegetable family, along with broccoli, and contain sulforaphane and bioflavonoids, plant compounds studied for their potential role in protecting cells from damage and supporting lower cancer risk in population research, including for ovarian\u00a0cancer<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35449807\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">13<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34638282\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">14<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0As with other isolated compounds on this list, whole-food intake and laboratory studies don\u2019t always show the same effect.\u00a0Yet, consuming diet rich in cruciferous vegetables can be beneficial\u00a0overall dut to their rich nutrient\u00a0profile\u00a0and fiber\u00a0content.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While preclinical studies have shown cancer protective\u00a0effects\u00a0of\u00a0these foods, human\u00a0evidence is still evolving.\u00a0Nonetheless,\u00a0these are still worth a try. However,\u00a0if you have any medical conditions or are on any medications, it is best to discuss with your doctor or a certified nutritionist about what you can\u00a0include\u00a0and what you shouldn\u2019t\u00a0include in your routine diet and in how much quantities.\u00a0Moderation in consumption is important.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Including more of these foods in your diet is a reasonable, low-risk way to support your overall health, and the research behind many of them is genuinely encouraging. But it\u2019s worth being honest about what that research can and can\u2019t tell you. None of these foods prevent, treat, or cure cancer, and none of\u00a0them are a substitute for regular screening, medical checkups, or a doctor\u2019s advice if something feels off.\u00a0Remember that diet is\u00a0just\u00a0one piece of a much\u00a0much\u00a0larger picture\u00a0when it comes to cancer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/does-air-fryer-cause-cancer-unveiling-the-facts-behind-the-question\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Does Air Fryer Cause Cancer? What the Science Actually Says<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_QuestionsFAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787827140850\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can diet shrink an existing tumour or replace cancer treatment?<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. A healthy diet is linked to lower cancer risk in population studies, which is a different thing from treating cancer that already exists. Dietary changes can support overall wellbeing during treatment, but they should complement, not replace, the treatment plan set by an oncologist.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787827152678\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can food-based compounds interact with chemotherapy or other cancer medicines?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Possibly, particularly when they\u2019re taken as concentrated supplements or extracts rather than eaten as part of a normal diet. Certain plant compounds and antioxidants have been studied for potential interactions with chemotherapy drugs. Anyone undergoing cancer treatment should tell their oncology team about any supplements or extracts they\u2019re taking, since supplement doses are usually much higher than what\u2019s found naturally in food.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787827173780\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is there a recommended amount of cancer-protective foods to eat, and does eating more give extra protection?<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Research hasn\u2019t established a specific target amount for cancer risk reduction from any single food, and eating unusually large quantities of one item isn\u2019t known to add extra protection. A varied diet with a mix of fruits, vegetables, and whole foods is the more consistent, evidence-backed approach compared to concentrating on any one food.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787827215609\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does cooking method affect the cancer-related compounds in food?<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In some cases, yes. Heat, water, and cooking time can all affect how much of a beneficial plant compound survives in a dish, and steaming or eating vegetables raw generally preserves more of these compounds than boiling or microwaving does. How foods are combined can also affect how well the body absorbs certain compounds.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787827234860\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>If cancer runs in my family, can diet meaningfully lower my risk?<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Diet is one factor among several, and for cancers with a strong genetic or hereditary component,\u00a0diet\u00a0may matter less than genetics does. General healthy eating patterns are still worth following regardless of family history, but people with a family history of cancer should discuss personalised screening and risk-reduction options with a doctor rather than relying on diet alone.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Red Meat and Processed Meat. 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Cancers, 13(19), 4796. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/cancers13194796. <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34638282\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34638282\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: <\/strong>The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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