The World Health Organization (WHO) says that about 30-50% of cancers can be prevented by a healthy lifestyle, including eating lots of fruit. Many studies show that some familiar fruits can reduce the risk of breast, colorectal, liver and lung cancer, according to the health website Healthline (USA).
Strawberries contain many natural compounds that can inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
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The following fruits are very familiar to everyone and have been scientifically proven to have cancer prevention effects.
Apple
Apples are a rich source of polyphenols, a powerful group of antioxidants that protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Research published in the journal Public Health Nutrition shows that eating at least one apple a day can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer by 20%.
Compounds such as quercetin, catechin and chlorogenic acid in apples have the effect of reducing inflammation, preventing abnormal cell proliferation and activating the self-destruct mechanism of cancer cells. If possible, people should eat the apple skin because the skin contains the most antioxidants, even 3 times higher than the apple flesh.
Purple grapes
Grapes, especially purple and black grapes, are rich in resveratrol, a polyphenol compound known for its anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry has shown that resveratrol inhibits the growth of breast, lung, prostate, and colon cancer cells. This is because resveratrol prevents the division of abnormal DNA and promotes cell death.
Fresh grapes should be eaten with the skin and seeds because these two parts contain the most resveratrol. In addition, anthocyanin, a group of red, purple and blue pigments in grape skin, also helps neutralize free radicals and protect blood vessel endothelial cells.
Papaya
Papaya is a tropical fruit rich in lycopene, an antioxidant also found in tomatoes. Lycopene has been shown to reduce DNA damage and prevent the growth of cancer cells. A study in the British Journal of Nutrition found that regular papaya consumption can reduce the risk of prostate cancer in men by up to 25%.
Strawberries inhibit the growth of cancer cells
Strawberries are a berry that has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. This is because strawberries contain ellagic acid, vitamin C, anthocyanins and flavonols. Research in the Journal of Berry Research shows that these compounds inhibit enzymes involved in DNA replication, thereby slowing the proliferation of cancer cells.
In addition, strawberries also improve cardiovascular health and reduce inflammation. These are two factors that increase the risk of cancer in older people. Choose fresh strawberries, do not spray pesticides and eat immediately after washing to keep the nutritional content of strawberries, according to Healthline .
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