With the ever-increasing development of science, humanity is also facing new difficulties and problems. Such as the trend of change in daily foods contrary to nature and the needs of the body is developing. Moreover, environmental pollution, smoking, drugs.While the use of glasses including challiya, gatke is also becoming common among the youth as a fashion.
All these factors together have given us a dangerous disease, which is called cancer. Cancer cells are present in every human body and can be activated at any time by the movement of harmful factors. Although this disease is old. It is, but it has been spreading rapidly all over the world including Pakistan for many years. Cancer is the second major cause of death in America.
The American Cancer Society has revealed that on the one hand, this disease causes the death of millions of people, on the other hand, due to the financial costs incurred on it, it also has bad effects on the economy.
It is also feared that in the coming years, cancer may overtake heart diseases. However, in the present era, due to early, correct diagnosis and better treatment methods, people suffering from this disease can live for a long time. The National Cancer Institute, USA, has also expressed the view that one-third of cancer cases are related to the consumption of everyday foods.
If the treatment of this deadly disease is so expensive, then we have to pay attention to the use of nature’s blessings in our foods, especially fruits and vegetables. They are providing awareness of the importance of using vegetables and fruits with a balanced diet for immunity, because the various chemical components in them play an important role in the metabolism of the body in addition to protection from cancer and other diseases.
Allah Ta’ala has blessed our country with countless blessings, vegetables and fruits are produced here in abundance depending on the season, so vegetables and fruits must be included in your diet, so as to prevent various diseases, especially cancer. There may be some form of protection. Also, the usefulness of yogurt and green tea is also evident. In the article under review, we are providing information about some vegetables, fruits and other nutrients, which can be used to prevent the growth of cancer cells. And growth can be stunted.
1. Carrot
Not only is it abundantly and easily available in Pakistan, but also adds flavor to everyday foods. It can be consumed both raw and cooked. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene. Carotene promotes growth. It has the same biological effect as vitamin A in biological interactions.
Chemical reactions in the intestinal wall of the body convert it into vitamin A. While vitamin A is also very useful for our eyes. Recent research has shown that beta-carotene, in many organs such as the lungs, stomach, bladder and prostate. Provides protection against cancer. Another component in carrots is Falcarinol, which inhibits the growth of cancer cells.Since these chemical components are sensitive to heat, it is more beneficial to consume raw carrots than cooked carrots. Apart from carotene, carrots also contain adequate amounts of potassium, calcium, vitamins and iron.
2. Cabbage
Vegetables belonging to the cruciferous family such as cabbage, cauliflower and similar vegetables such as broccoli also contain anti-cancer compounds.
Among them, Indole-3-Carbinol reduces the risk of breast cancer by neutralizing estrogen, while another chemical component, Sulforaphane, helps protect against cancer by dissolving free radicals and other carcinogens.
3. Mushrooms
According to the Cancer Cure Foundation, USA, some mushrooms contain cancer-protecting components, including polysaccharides, which stimulate the body’s immune system, while a protein found in them called Lectin, called, inhibits the division of cancer cells.
Also, mushrooms stimulate the growth of interferon protein in the body, which is why doctors in Japan are also using it with chemotherapy.
4. Garlic
Who is not aware of the medical benefits of garlic? People who consume garlic have a reduced risk of stomach and rectal cancer compared to those who consume little or no garlic.
The compound Allicin in it stimulates the immune cells and also affects the growth of cancer cells. It is better to consume garlic lightly cooked or raw.
5. Red grapes
Red grapes contain botanicals that provide protection against cancer, while the two compounds in them, resveratrol and ellagic acid, have the ability to block enzymes that are involved in the growth of cancer cells. Provide support.
6. Flax seeds
They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and are also rich in lignan. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, lignan is a type of phytoestrogen. It acts like an estrogen in the metabolism of estrogen. It interferes with breast cancer, and the fiber in it helps prevent rectal cancer.
7. Grain
Fiber in whole grains such as wheat and corn have anti-cancer properties. They have anti-oxidant properties and the lignans and saponins they contain have been shown to have anti-cancer properties.
8. Berries
Juicy strawberries and blackberries are considered the best sources of vitamin C.
Apart from this, it also contains fiber and phytochemical components. The vitamin C found in them is a powerful and standard anti-oxidant agent, which protects the cells of the body from harmful effects and the fiber present in the large intestine. Reduces the risk of colon cancer. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, the botanical ingredient Ellagic Acid found in them has antioxidant properties and slows down the reproduction of cancer cells.
9. Jackfruit
It is a green color and oval shaped fruit found in Pakistan, which has thorns on the outer surface. Medically, this fruit provides protection against many diseases. Isoflavon and vitamin C present in it have anti-oxidant capacity. and it also has anti-cancer properties. This fruit helps in providing protection against cancer, while it is also rich in fiber.
10. Yogurt & Tea
Beneficial bacteria present in yogurt act as probiotics. Regular consumption of yogurt increases anti-cancer properties in the body. It also has the ability to act as interferon and natural color cell.
Green tea
Green tea contains polyphenols, flavonoids and another important antioxidant component, Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate, which provides protection against cancer.
According to the report of the American Institute for Cancer Research, there is an excess amount of catechin in green tea, which helps to prevent the growth of cancer cells. According to the statistical research of the population, it is also known that people who use green tea do, they have fewer cases of bladder, colon, stomach and pancreatic cancer.
