The Best Anti-Cancer Foods

Oct 7, 2011
Samantha Markham

Apricots Are One of The Best Anti-Cancer Foods - Imelenchon

With the right foods, it is possible not just to help your body in the fight against cancer, but also to prevent it in the first place.

As we’re all aware, diet plays a major role in health. The old cliché “you are what you eat” is beaten to death for a reason. What may seem surprising, however, is that the right foods can not only prevent various health problems, such as cancer, but, some believe, that they can also cure them.

This is not to suggest that dietary alterations should be sought rather than medical care. However, if you want to improve your health and reduce the risk of developing any form of cancer, then lifestyle and dietary changes are well worth considering.

Foods to Avoid in The Fight Against Cancer

Studies conducted by Proctor & Gamble (the makers of Crest toothpaste among other things) have shown that fluoride is a cancer causing agent. Therefore, it is advisable to reduce the amount of fluoride you ingest. How? Well, ensure that you are not drinking water with additional fluoride and, if possible, buy a toothpaste with no fluoride.

Additionally, it is recommended that you reduce your intake of meat, especially red meat, because it requires a large number of pancreatic enzymes to digest. Pancreatic enzymes are also used to combat cancer, so the more meat you eat, the fewer enzymes are free to fight potential cancer risks.

Anti-Cancer Foods That Should be Added to Your Diet

Ideally, you should be eating as many raw fruit and vegetables as possible. Of course, organic produce is the best choice, but, for many, this is not always possible or affordable. However, it’s advisable to eat fruits and vegetables in their raw state, as this guarantees maximum nutritional value.

Of course, when eating any raw fruit or vegetable ensure it’s been thoroughly rinsed. If you’re eating non-organic produce, it is recommended that you peel certain fruits and vegetable, such as apples and carrots, as many of the pesticides linger in the skin.

Juice is an easy way to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet, so why not invest in a juicer. Some of the best juices in terms of battling cancer are though to include, carrot, celery, spinach, beet and tomato.

Other products that are considered to be wonder foods for general health, as well as anti-cancer measures, are: flaxseed oil, Jason Winter’s tea and wheatgrass. Wheatgrass can be eaten or juiced. Unfortunately, it’s not the tastiest things in the world, so may benefit from being combined with other flavours.

The Benefits of B17

B17, also known as laetrile, is believed to be incredibly effective in the fight against cancer. In fact, in approximately 30 countries, laetrile is used and recommended by medical professionals to combat cancer.

The good news is that there are a number of foods that are abundant in B17. The most common source is apricot kernels. Studies have shown that cultures with a high quantity of apricot kernels in their diets have a very low rate of cancer.

However, if apricots aren’t to your taste, there are many other sources of B17, including grasses, millet, lentils, mung beans, lima beans, buckwheat, barley, chickpeas, all forms of berry (particularly black raspberries and currants) and the seeds of many fruits.

An Ideal Anti-Cancer Daily Diet

If you would like to make changes in your diet in a bid to add more anti-cancer foods, start with a breakfast of fruit smoothie with banana, apple, grapes, apricot kernels and grape juice.

As already mentioned above, the more raw fruits and vegetables you can add throughout the day, the better. Any kind of sprouts and leafy green salads would make the perfect lunch. In addition, try adding garlic, parsley and, of course, plenty of water to your daily diet.

It is possible to reduce your chances of getting cancer with a healthy diet of natural foods. However, this should not be viewed as medical advice. Ensure that you speak with your doctor if you have any health concerns.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be used for diagnosis or to guide treatment without the opinion of a health professional. Any reader who is concerned about his or her health should contact a doctor for advice.