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Published: October 10, 2025 12:44 PM IST
Cancer experts explain how simple everyday choices in your diet can naturally support your body’s defenses and reduce the risk of harmful cells.
What we eat plays a huge role in our overall health, from boosting immunity to reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Nutrition is not just about staying fit, it can also affect the way our body fights serious diseases. Dubai-based MD (Oncology) and cancer prevention expert Dr Sharmin Yaqin shared in her Instagram post on October 1 that certain everyday foods can help fight cancer naturally and aid in protecting your body against harmful cells. (Also read: Fortis gastroenterologist warns against eating ‘chole bhature, kachori’ first thing in the morning: ‘Acts like acid…’ ,
Which foods help prevent cancer?
“Particular foods that help prevent cancer are vegetables and fruits. Whole grains not only reduce the risk of cancer but also reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes,” Dr Sharmin said.
He elaborated on the powerful compounds found in plant-based foods: “Fruits and vegetables contain a class of compounds called phytochemicals. Typically, we label food in terms of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Of these, polyphenols are important, they have antioxidant properties, which we get from fruits and vegetables.”
Why should you include fruits in your diet?
Highlighting the importance of fruits in particular, Dr. Yaqin said, “Fruits are especially important because they taste naturally sweet, making them easy to include in our diets. Polyphenols in fruits play an important role, they contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help eliminate free radicals that are constantly produced in our bodies, neutralizing their harmful effects Are.”
Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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