What Are Anti-Cancer Foods?
Disease description:
A family member of mine was recently diagnosed with cancer, and I’m worried that I might develop it in the future. Could you tell me which foods have anti-tumor properties?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
There are many anti-tumor foods. Cruciferous vegetables possess anti-tumor properties due to their indole and flavonoid compounds, which help break down carcinogens in the body. Garlic exhibits anti-tumor activity by inhibiting the formation of nitrosamines. Tomatoes have anti-tumor effects owing to their lycopene content, which neutralizes free radicals in the body. Dark green leafy vegetables exert anti-tumor effects thanks to their rich antioxidant content. Soybeans also demonstrate anti-tumor activity by suppressing cancer cell growth.
