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Cancer Fighting Foods

Cancer

Cancer can be defined as the uncontrolled growth and division of abnormal tumour cells and thereby leading to the invasion of healthy cells and tissues.

How to kill cancer cells?


To kill cancer cells, we need to starve these abnormal tumour cells.
Foods rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients help lower inflammation and fight the free radical damage.

Anti-cancer foods:



Here's a list of foods that have the potential to kill cancer:


1. Green leafy and cruciferous vegetables


2. Citrus fruits and bright coloured vegetables


3. Berries


4. Probiotics


5. Herbs and spices


6. Herbal teas


7. Nuts and seeds


8. Fatty fish


Healthy eating equals healthy living!

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