Sunday, 14 December 2014

10 Anti Cancer Foods













10 Anti Cancer Foods 

There are several compounds in foods that have the ability to prevent certain types of cancers, including breast, prostate and colon.Take advantage of their properties and protect yourself eating 

Green Tea 
Green tea contains catechins antioxidants which help stop tumor cells and protect healthy cells. Therefore, it is recommended to drink green tea daily.

Broccoli 
Green vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower are known to fight cancer. They are rich in phytochemicals and provide essential nutrients for our body.

Fiber-rich foods 
Fiber helps flush away, through the intestine, waste from our body. These foods are recommended for people suffering from constipation or who have had this problem for years, and that eventually may develop colon cancer.

Tomatoes 
They are rich in antioxidanets and help prevent various cancers; since it protects against cell damage. Besides this food can be added to different foods, such as sauces, pastas and salads.

Orange 
It is a great food for fighting cancer for being rich in vitamin C and be able to reduce oxidative stress and improve HDL cholesterol levels.

Olive Oil 
Olive oil is rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, which is one of the healthiest fats for our body. According to studies, olive oil may be useful in preventing breast cancer and colon cancer.

Garlic 
It has a number of therapeutic benefits and strengthens the immune system. Reduces blood cholesterol and protects against the development and progression of cancer.

Berries 
Fruits such as grapes and tomatoes, are known botanically as berries. These fruits contain ellagic acid and has a high content of antioxidants found in many fruits and vegetables. The berries have protective effects against cancer of the esophagus and colon.

Bean 
Research has shown that beans protects against prostate cancer. Moreover, soybean contains anti-cancer for developing breast cancer properties.

Pepper 
It has been found that one component of the pepper is capsaicin, which is able to kill cancer cells. This prevents oxygen from getting to the cancer cells, resulting in damage to cell membranes.

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