Superfood That May Help Prevent Cancer

Eating a healthy diet with the right amount of calories is good for your health and may help to lower your risk of cancer (plus diabetes and heart disease). Add these seven superfood to your diet to help prevent cancer.

Apples

Apples come in a variety of flavours and textures, so even picky eaters can find apples to enjoy. And they're so good for you with lots of fibers, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants like quercetin that protect from free radical damage.

Blueberries

Blueberries are rich in vitamins and minerals your body needs for good health. Plus, blueberries are antioxidant powerhouses with a variety of phytochemicals that may prevent cancer. Blueberries are also low in calories and naturally sweet, so they're perfect for a low-calorie dessert.

Broccoli Sprouts

Broccoli sprouts contain very large amounts of natural compounds called isothiocyanates that reduce inflammation and trigger detoxification of carcinogens. They may be a little difficult to find at some grocery stores, but you can still choose regular broccoli that also contains the same isothiocyanates, just not as concentrated.

Carrots

Carrots contain large amounts of beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant that can be converted to vitamin A in your body and an antioxidant called falcarinol. Whether you eat them raw or cooked, carrots may help to reduce your risk of some forms of cancer.

Green Tea

Sipping green tea gives you lots of antioxidants called catechins that have been shown to slow down the growth of cancer cells in the laboratory. And green tea contains no calories, so it's a great beverage to enjoy when you need to watch your weight.

Olive Oil

You may already know that olive oil is good for your heart, but the healthy fats and polyphenols found in extra virgin olive oil may also reduce your risk of cancer. Olive oil is an essential component of a Mediterranean diet.

Tomatoes

Red ripe tomatoes offer potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been associated with a lower risk of cancer. You can choose tiny bite-sized cherry tomatoes up to large beef-steak tomatoes -- all of them are good for you.