A comprehensive review of anti-cancer foods: These everyday ingredients are actually the nemesis of tumors!

We all know that cancer is a terrible disease, but did you know that there are some seemingly ordinary foods around us that have powerful anti-cancer potential? Today, let's talk about these " anti-cancer dark horses ", they may be on your table!

First of all, we need to make it clear that after you have a tumor, you are not forbidden to eat anything. In fact, many cancer patients are too cautious about what they eat because they are worried that the food will "enrich" the tumor cells. This will lead to malnutrition, reduced immunity, and accelerated progression of the disease . Therefore, reasonable nutritional support is very important.

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So, what foods can help us stay away from cancer? The official website of the American Institute for Cancer Research provides a list of recommended foods. In combination with Chinese eating habits, we especially recommend the following foods:

1. Soybeans

First, let's talk about soybeans. Not only are they rich in dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium and other minerals, they are also one of the few plant foods that can provide the amino acids needed by the human body. Soybeans are believed to have a positive effect on preventing colorectal cancer and controlling weight .

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For those who are worried that the phytoestrogens in soy may promote the development of breast cancer, research results have shown that eating soy foods does not increase the risk of breast cancer survivors . Therefore, a cup of soy milk or tofu side dishes every day is simple and healthy.

2. Coffee

Drinking coffee can not only refresh the mind, but also reduce the risk of endometrial cancer and liver cancer . Of course, this refers to pure coffee. If you add too much cream or sugar, it may bring extra calorie burden.

The researchers found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day had the greatest benefits , with a 10%-15% lower risk of coronary heart disease, heart failure, heart arrhythmia or death from any cause.

3. Tomatoes

Then there are the tomatoes that everyone is familiar with. They are rich in lycopene , a very powerful natural antioxidant that has shown potential in fighting many types of cancer, including prostate cancer, breast cancer, and lung cancer, in laboratory studies.

It is recommended to choose ripe tomatoes, which have a higher lycopene content and are more efficiently utilized when eaten cooked.

4. Whole Grains

The next thing to introduce is the whole grain series, including unprocessed grains such as brown rice, oats, and corn. Compared with refined white flour, whole grains retain more nutritional value, such as dietary fiber, B vitamins, and various minerals. Eating this kind of whole grains for a long time can help reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer and make the stomach healthier.

5. Cruciferous vegetables

Finally, we have to mention the "cruciferous" vegetable family, such as broccoli, white radish, cauliflower, etc. The reason why these vegetables are called " anti-cancer stars " is mainly because they contain a large amount of glucosinolates. This substance can be converted into substances such as sulforaphane with significant anti-cancer activity during digestion, and has shown a good inhibitory effect on many types of cancer .

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However, it should be noted that patients with thyroid diseases who have insufficient iodine intake should avoid eating too much of these vegetables to avoid affecting the absorption of iodine.

In addition to these, we should also pay attention to the dietary principles of cancer patients: " one more and three less ". One more refers to food diversity, more than 12 kinds of ingredients per day, more than 25 kinds of ingredients per week. Three less refers to "less oil, less sugar, less salt" in the diet.

Finally, we would like to remind everyone that although these foods help fight cancer, it does not mean that eating them can completely avoid cancer. A healthy lifestyle, regular physical examinations, and a positive attitude are equally important.