World Cancer Day 2025: 10 best foods that fight cancer

By Namita S Kalla | February 04, 2025

World Cancer Day 2025: 10 best foods that fight cancer

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 Vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower are rich in antioxidants and sulforaphane, which help reduce cancer-causing agents

Cruciferous vegetables

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 Berries contain high levels of antioxidants (flavonoids, vitamin C) that help fight oxidative stress, protect cells from cancer damage

Berries

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Garlic is packed with sulfur-containing compounds that may help slow cancer cell growth, reduce inflammation, boost immunity

Garlic

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Dark leafy greens are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help detoxify the body and support immunity to fight cancer

Leafy greens

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Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that may help prevent the development of prostate, lung, and stomach cancers

Tomatoes

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 Walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds contain healthy fats and antioxidants that may reduce the risk of breast and colon cancers

Nuts and seeds

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 Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help prevent cancer cell growth

Turmeric

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Green tea contains polyphenols like catechins, which are known for their cancer-fighting properties. They help reduce inflammation

Green tea

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Legumes are high in fibre and antioxidants, which improve digestive health and lower the risk of colon and gastrointestinal cancers

Legumes

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Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, which protect cells from DNA damage that may lead to cancer

Citrus fruits

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