10 Foods That Fight Cancer

Each year, Nigeria sees an increase to 127,763 new instances of cancer, a figure that continues to grow primarily because comprehensive knowledge regarding cancer prevention and treatment remains insufficiently disseminated.

Cancer is not some an illness that impacts individuals you only encounter through media reports; recognizing this isn’t about being overly cautious — it’s about being pragmatic.

Nutrition expert, Dr Christabel Akinola Our bodies produce cancer cells each year without our awareness.

And these cells can graduate to becoming a malignant tumor that gets diagnosed depending on the part of the body affected if we don't take our diet seriously.

Fundamentally, nutrition significantly influences the development of cancer within the human body. Consequently, certain dietary choices can help thwart the progression of this disease in our systems.

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In what way can food hinder the progression of cancer within the body?

Having trouble believing? Dr. Akinola breaks down the science behind it all: she starts by saying,

Cancer cells can thrive solely when provided with an adequate blood supply for growth. Similar to how a baby relies on breast milk, these cells require new blood vessels to deliver essential oxygen and nutrients. Without this blood supply, they perish discreetly.

He adds, “Now here’s something: What assists your body in blocking these new blood vessels? Not antibiotics. Not supplements. It’s all about your diet and your daily physical activity.”

Foods that inhibit the development of new blood vessels in abnormal cells and hinder tumor growth are known as anti-angiogenic. As stated by Akinola, these foods assist your body in combating and depriving cancer cells of nutrients before they can develop further.

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Which foods can effectively inhibit the development of cancer?

Following her suggestion, the superfoods you should incorporate into your regular diet consist of green tea, tomatoes, purple grapes, raw garlic, turmeric, fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu), cabbage, dark chocolate, broccoli, and kale.

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Key takeaway

These foods are rich in numerous essential nutrients required by your body to prevent the growth and development of irregular malignant cells . Substitute junk and processed foods with these alternatives and reap the rewards of optimal well-being.

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