8 Natural Foods That Help Reduce The Risk Of Breast Cancer

​Cruciferous Vegetables​

Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts contain compounds like sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol

Berries

Popular berries like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries are high in antioxidants such as ellagic acid and anthocyanins

​Green Tea​

This clear tea is rich in catechins, particularly epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is said to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Fatty Fish​

Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Flaxseeds

These crunchy seeds contain lignans and omega-3 fatty acids, that are said to have protective effects against breast cancer.

​Garlic​

Garlic is rich in a compound called Allicin, which along with its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, can help lower the risk of cancer, including breast cancer.

Turmeric

It is said that the active ingredient curcumin in turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties that can help reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Tomatoes

They are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer. One can add them to diet in the form of soups, salads, or curries too.

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