The Best Anti-Cancer Fruits to Include in Your Diet

Fruits offer nutritional gains to the human body in the form of substances such as Vitamin C, phenols, fiber, folic acid, and antioxidants. It is a strongly established fact; plenty of evidence shows the anti-cancer properties of certain compounds in fruits. Specifically, fruits such as pineapple, apple, avocado, lemon, banana, grapes, and tomato have been found to be the most effective in preventing and eliminating cancer cells. And, as science has demonstrated, there are plenty more.

Cancer Fighting Foods

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Many studies have supported the immense benefits of fruits against cancer. A review of 206 studies have concluded that a higher vegetable and fruit intake is associated with lower risks of cancer in the lungs, colon, stomach, pancreas, and oral cavity.

A study conducted in California found that recurrence of cancer in women was reduced by half with the consumption of large amounts of vegetables and fruits in conjunction with regular exercise.

Researchers from Ohio State University also found that high intake of fruits caused retardation in the proliferation of cancer cells, which means that fruits can also slow down the rate at which cancer cells multiply.

Pineapples:

The Bromelain enzyme found in pineapples, for instance, is capable of breaking up the protective layer in tumors. It is found in stem and fruit of pineapple. It can also promote DNA repair and normal growth of cells. Hence, apart from its cancer-killing properties, it makes normal cells healthier and stronger.

Apples:

Procyanidins, found in apples, can induce apoptosis, or natural death, in cancer cells. Apple peel also contains compounds called triterpenoids that are highly effective in stopping the growth of cancer cells, especially those diagnosed with:

Liver
Colon
Breast cancer.

It is the primary reason it is highly advised to eat the skin of apples after they are washed thoroughly.

Grapes:

Clinical cancer research has also shown evidence that grape seed extract can kill three-fourths of leukemia cells by triggering a protein called JNK, which encourages apoptosis in cancer cells. The antioxidant Resveratrol, found in grape seeds, can also influence natural death of cancer cells in the:

Lungs
Bowel
Skin
Breast
Stomach
Prostate.

Grape seed extract and Resveratrol, in fact, have been incorporated in many health supplements because of their therapeutic properties.

Bananas:

Some compounds in bananas have been found to be effective in preventing further production of leukemia and liver cancer cells. High consumption of bananas was also linked to a decrease in the risk of:

Colorectal cancer
Brain cancer
Leukemia
Esophageal cancer
Oral cancer.

They are also rich in potassium, which is good for the muscles and heart.

Citrus Fruit:

Citrus fruits are an excellent source of Vitamin C. They also provide the prominent amount of folate, dietary fiber, potassium, and beta-carotene. Citrus fruits are most beneficial in the following cancers:

Stomach cancers
Mouth cancers
Larynx cancers
Pharynx cancers

Studies have shown that citrus fruits are advantageous for heart disease, arthritis, and gallstones. There are several studies that Lemon has the property to fight cancer. Since, lemon contains vitamin C, that is already a cancer-fighting agent and also lemon extract affects only the malignant cells and leave the healthy cells unharmed.

Berries:

The sweet berries are potent anti-cancer compounds. According to research on mice, Black Raspberries showed reductions in:

Oral cancer
Esophageal cancer
Colon cancer

The berries inhibited the whole spectrum of tumors from being promoted and initiated. The berries contain ellagic acid that inhibit the tumor genesis.

Blueberries are one of the most strong sources of antioxidants. Phytochemicals are cancer-fighting substances that are found in blueberries. They are also rich in potent antioxidants (anthocyanosides) and resveratrol.

Strawberries are also a high source of antioxidants, folic acids, and vitamin C. They have shown to decrease the risk of esophageal cancer. One cup of strawberries provides oneself with 100% of your daily recommendation of vitamin C.

Pomegranate:

Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants tannins and flavonoids that have drawn the researchers attention towards its healing properties. Its extract prevents the growth of:

Breast cancer
Prostate cancer
Colon cancer
Lung cancer

Clinical research has given solid proof that pomegranate is anticarcinogenic.

Kiwi:

Kiwi is well known for high vitamin C content than even an orange. It is also a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C prevents free radical damage. It consists of flavonoids and carotenoids that protect the DNA from damage or oxidative stress that is cancer. Being packed with vitamins, it is a strong immune booster. It proves its effectiveness in healing different cancers like:

Liver cancer
Stomach cancer
Breast cancer
Lung cancer

Kiwi extracts inhibit cancer cells proliferation. In addition to this, catechin, which is phytochemical helps in prevention of cancer and reduce the toxicity of anti-cancer agents.

Soursop:

The tree is called Graviola in Brazil. Soursop contains prickly green fruit that happens to kill cancer 10,000 times more than chemotherapy drugs without harmful side effects to healthy cells. Extracts of the tree selectively kills the malignant cells in 12 types of cancer including:

Colon cancer
Lung cancer
Prostate cancer
Breast cancer
Pancreatic cancer

Conclusion

Dietitians recommend eating fresh fruits to obtain a higher amount of anti-cancer compounds. The recommended cancer fighting foods would be two-thirds of the meal containing fruits and vegetables, and one-third containing meat. By regularly consuming fruits, a person can significantly reduce the risk of getting cancer.

For more information about alternative means of cancer treatment, please visit Dr. Adem’s website.

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About the author:

Dr. Adem Gunes has built one of the world’s largest databases of scientifically tested natural substances with proven effects in cancer treatments. In 2009, he was appointed as the Chief Physician of ProLife Clinic in Innsbruck, Austria, and played a key role in the establishment of the research laboratory. He is also the co-founder of the first Austrian hyperthermia center. Now, Dr. Adem works closely with cancer patients from around the world, to recommend them a complementary cancer clinic or to create a personalized care plan for patients to follow at home.