Cancer is a condition when cells lose control and normal mechanism, so grow abnormally, quickly and uncontrollably. Breast Cancer is a type of cancer that originated from breast tissue. Along with cervical cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer suffered by women. In some cases, genetic factors are believed to play a role that is strong, but not a few cases of breast cancer associated with lifestyle factors and unhealthy diet.
Here are 14 types of food that is very good to prevent breast cancer, or to fight the spread of Breast Cancer (when the cancer has invaded the breast):
Here are 14 types of food that is very good to prevent breast cancer, or to fight the spread of Breast Cancer (when the cancer has invaded the breast):
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Pomegranate Juice (Pomegranate)
A promising research in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys Breast Cancer cells and does not interfere with healthy cells. Pomegranate juice is also able to prevent the formation of new breast cancer cells.
According to a study, fitokomia in blueberries work together to stop the growth and spread of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), which is one form of breast cancer that is more complicated than other types.
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Turmeric
In a study conducted on mice, the researchers found that turmeric can prevent the spread of Breast Cancer to the lungs.
Green Tea
Research shows that regularly drinking green tea may reduce the risk of breast cancer and prevent its spread when the cancer has grown. This is due to a compound found in green tea, called EGCG. [Read: Benefits of Green Tea ]Dark cherry
Studies in mice found that a compound in cherries, especially the darker colored, can inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells.
Garlic
Several studies have shown that garlic can eliminate cancer cells when performed tests on the meat. Research has found that cooking garlic with meat reduces carcinogenic chemicals in the meat, which can cause breast cancer.
Broccoli
Broccoli contains indole-3-carbinol, a chemical that fight breast cancer by converting a cancer-causing types of estrogen into the type of estrogen that is able to protect itself from Cancer.
Cauliflower
As with broccoli, Cauliflower is a source of indole-3-carbinol which is nice.
Cabbage
Cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables all contain glucosinolates which are very potent against cancer.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes contain high levels of lycopene, which has been known can reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Avocado
Avocados are rich in oleic acid, which is expressed through many studies to prevent cancer.
In a study conducted on mice, the researchers found that turmeric can prevent the spread of Breast Cancer to the lungs.
Green Tea
Research shows that regularly drinking green tea may reduce the risk of breast cancer and prevent its spread when the cancer has grown. This is due to a compound found in green tea, called EGCG. [Read: Benefits of Green Tea ]Dark cherry
Studies in mice found that a compound in cherries, especially the darker colored, can inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells.
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Garlic
Several studies have shown that garlic can eliminate cancer cells when performed tests on the meat. Research has found that cooking garlic with meat reduces carcinogenic chemicals in the meat, which can cause breast cancer.
Broccoli
Broccoli contains indole-3-carbinol, a chemical that fight breast cancer by converting a cancer-causing types of estrogen into the type of estrogen that is able to protect itself from Cancer.
Cauliflower
As with broccoli, Cauliflower is a source of indole-3-carbinol which is nice.
Cabbage
Cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables all contain glucosinolates which are very potent against cancer.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes contain high levels of lycopene, which has been known can reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Avocado
Avocados are rich in oleic acid, which is expressed through many studies to prevent cancer.
Flax Seed Oil
Flax seeds contain high levels of lignans that, which can help prevent cancer.
Spinach
A study found that women who ate spinach at least twice a week, only half of the experience of breast cancer than those who do not consume spinach.
Pomelo
The study found that this fruit may inhibit the proliferation of breast cancer cells. [Read: Pomelo Health Benefits for Skin ]
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Kelp
Kelp is a type of seaweed (brown algae group). A study at UC Berkeley found that a diet high in kelp can lower serum levels of estradiol in women and had phytoestrogenic properties. Chlorophylones sea vegetables also contain fatty acids that may help in the prevention of breast cancer. In addition, kelp also contains fucoidan, which has been found in studies to induce apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells.
14 Foods to Prevent Breast Cancer
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