How to Choose Cancer-Fighting Vegetables

The National Cancer Institute has repeatedly publicized studies that show healthy eating can greatly decrease your chances of getting cancer. Eating a diet that is low in fat, high in fiber and contains at least five servings of fruit and vegetables per day can be the key to a long and healthy life. In addition to a generally more healthy lifestyle, there has been a lot of research as to which specific vegetables are the best at preventing cancer.

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   High in antioxidants and potassium!

   Avocados are rich in antioxidants that attack free radicals in the body by blocking intestinal absorption of certain fats. They also supply more potassium than bananas and are a strong source of beta-carotene. Avocados are great for your liver, too!

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   Broccoli helps prevent breast, colon and rectal cancer.

   Broccoli has been shown to be useful in preventing breast cancer by altering the type of cancer-causing estrogen that the body produces. Broccoli sprouts are the most useful form of broccoli and are believed to help prevent colon and rectal cancers. The more bitter the broccoli, the healthier it is.

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   Increase your garlic intake to help prevent cancer.

   Garlic has been shown to assist in retarding tumor growth and help prevent cancer of the breast, colon, stomach, intestine and more. No exact amount has been determined but an increased intake of garlic and garlic oil is healthy and can help with prevention.

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   Soy products can lower your risk of breast and prostate cancer.

   Soy products like tofu could help prevent both breast and prostate cancer by blocking and suppressing cancerous growths. Soy appears to lower cancer risks by inhibiting the growth of cells and new blood vessels that tumors require to expand. Women who have breast cancer or are at high risk should talk to their doctors before increasing their consumption of soy products.

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   Carrots are good for eyesight and preventing many types of cancer.

   Raw carrots contain beta carotene, which may help reduce a range of cancers including lung, mouth, throat, stomach, intestine, bladder, prostate and breast. Unfortunately, you lose a lot of the benefits if the carrots are cooked. Stick to raw!

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   Tomatoes are technically a fruit, but some people consider them a vegetable.

   Cooked tomatoes are high in antioxidants. A study by the National Cancer Institute found evidence from studies that antioxidants may slow or possibly prevent the development of cancer. Lycopene, the antioxidant found in tomatoes is also found in watermelon, guavas and grapefruits.

Tips & Warnings

• Always check with your doctor before starting a new diet.
• This article is in no way a substitute for medical advice.

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