1. Blueberries, Acai Berries, Raspberries, and Cranberries
Most recently, researchers at the University of Florida found that the active ingredient in acai berries destroyed cancer cells when tested in cell cultures. And blueberries and muscadine grapes contain compounds that recent research shows cause cancer cells in the liver to self-destruct.
2. Green Tea
Its anti-cancer properties, catechins -- the chemicals in green tea -- have been known for some time to prevent and reduce recurrence of breast and other cancers.
3. Garlic
The anti-cancer properties of garlic. Garlic appears to protect against all types of cancer, including breast and prostate.
4. Broccoli and Cabbage
British researchers made headlines last year with a study that showed that men with early signs of developing prostate cancer prevented tumor growth by eating broccoli four times a week.
5. Onions and Leeks
Eat a diet high in garlic and onions show a direct relationship between high consumption of "allium" vegetables (all types of garlic, onions, and leeks) and reduced risk of many common cancers.
6. Tomatoes
Lowered the risk of many different cancers, particularly prostate, breast, lung and colon cancer.
7. Resveratrol
Present in grapes and grape juice, but is most concentrated in red wine. Numerous studies show that resveratrol possesses powerful anti-cancer activity.
8. .Soy
The active ingredient in soy is genistein, which is a phytoestrogen that protects against hormone-dependent cancers.
9. Turmeric
The orange-yellow spice turmeric, best known for its role in Indian curries and other Asian dishes, fights cancer because of an active ingredient, curcumin, that's a powerful antioxidant.
10. Watercress and Spinach
Eating watercress everyday can prevent the DNA damage that leads to cancer & spinach to protect against bladder cancer.
JOY! ;)
