Cancer-Fighting Foods

We all know that the foods we eat have a direct affect on our health. Did you know, however, that some foods might help prevent cancer?

• Beans: Phytochemicals, which help cells from becoming damaged, can be found in beans. The fiber in the beans also helps fight digestive cancers.
• Berries: Berries contain ellagic acid and anthocyanosides, two cancer-fighting compounds. Load up on strawberries, raspberries and blueberries.
• Cruciferous Vegetables: Cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, cabbage and kale. These veggies help slow cancer growth and development.
• Leafy Green Vegetables: Leafy greens contain the antioxidants called carotenoids. These help protect the body from free radicals, which can damage cells.
• Garlic: Compounds in garlic can help slow or stop the formation of tumors.
• Grapes and Red Wine: Grapes and red wine contain resveratol, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, that helps prevent cellular damage.
• Tomatoes: Tomatoes contain lycopene, which helps protect the body from a number of cancers.
• Whole Grains: Whole grains contain a number of cancer-fighting compounds, including fiber.