Cancer Fighting Foods
BY: MICKALA PARSLEY, MS, RD, LD
1 MINUTE READ
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States.
However, it is estimated that 40% of cancer cases could be avoided by changing our nutrition habits and lifestyles. Incorporating cancer fighting foods into your diet is an great way to prevent not only cancer, but all chronic diseases.
The American Institute for Cancer Research is an excellent resource for cancer prevention/information. Based on research in regards to food and health outcomes, they have created a list of “cancer fighting foods”. See below.
apples
asparagus
blueberries
broccoli
brussels sprouts
carrots
cauliflower
beans, peas, lentils
cherries
coffee
cranberries
flaxseed
garlic
grapefruit
grapes
kale
oranges
raspberries
soy
squash
strawberries
tea
tomatoes
walnuts
whole grains
This April, I filmed a cooking demonstration for my work incorporating some of the American Institute for Cancer Research foods.
Check out the video below for the demo + recipes!
Cancer Fighting Foods with Franciscan Health
