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Doctor Solomatina named products with anti-cancer effect

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According to nutritionist Elena Solomatina, a common property of such products is their ability to suppress inflammation.

Dark berries. Medic said in an interview that dark berries contain a “record amount” of antioxidants. These compounds effectively fight oxidative stress, which is a trigger for the development of tumor processes.

Products with carotenoids.In particular, foods containing lycopene and beta-carotene have an anti-cancer effect.

“Lycopene, which is abundant in tomato paste and tomato juice, prevents prostate cancer. Beta-carotene (apricots, pumpkin, carrots) has shown itself in studies as a fighter against breast cancer cells, cancer of the mucous membranes,” Solomatina listed.
Cruciferous vegetables. They also have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer action.

“In particular, cabbage, especially broccoli. It contains sulforaphane, which also proved to be very active as an anti-cancer agent,” the expert specified.
Products with fiber. Eating fiber is one of the most effective ways to protect against colon cancer.

Foods with vitamin C. This vitamin supports the immune system. Solomatina advised to include rose hips, sauerkraut, bell peppers, black currants in the diet to prevent cancer.

Spices. The doctor explained that the use of spices suppresses micro-inflammation, leading to heart and vascular diseases , cancer. Dangerous diseases result from the fact that inflammation contributes to cellular damage. Solomatina recommends using such anti-cancer spices as turmeric, basil, sage.

Earlier, MedikForum.ru wrote about the health benefits of radishes. Elena Solomatina Elena Solomatina healthy lifestyle nutritionist