FOOD CHEMICAL                                 SOURCE                                                _____
Vitamins___________________________________________________________
Folate                                                                


Vitamin D                                                           


Vitamin A                                                            

Vitamin C                                                            
                                         

Vitamin E                                                             
                                         


Minerals___________________________________________________________
Selenium                                                                                                                                      

Magnesium                                                          

Calcium                                                                
                                         


Phytochemicals______________________________________________________
Carotenoids:
Alpha- and beta-carotene                                   
Lycopene                                                              

Allium compounds                                                

Sulforaphane and indoles                                    

Ellagic acid                                                            

Curcumin                                                               

Catechins and theaflavins                                      

Phytoestrogens:
Isoflavones (daidzein, genistein)                            
Lignans                                                                   

Limonene                                                                

Gingerol                                                                  
       

Others____________________________________________________________
Omega-3 fatty acids                                                

Fiber                                                                        

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Dark leafy greens, asparagus, avocado,
citrus, beans, enriched grains, poultry

Fortified milk and cereals, eggs, fish  
(Exposure to sun also)

Sweet potato, carrots, pumpkin

Citrus fruits, strawberries, peppers, broccoli


Almonds, sunflower seeeds, spinach,
vegetable oils, and fortified foods



Brazil nuts, cashews, peanuts, fish, poultry, whole wheat

Whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables

Low-fat dairy products, fortified foods, broccoli, soybeans
Food Chemicals That Fight Cancer
Cancer develops in stages over a period of years.  Its progression can be influenced at each of these
stages by the nutrients we get from foods.  Fruits, vegetables and whole grains are especially rich in
vitamins, minerals and chemicals that interfere with the development of cancer.  They can:    
  • Block DNA  damage from carcinogens (cancer-causing substances)
  • Block or slow cancer growth
  • Help repair damaged cells
  • Rid the body of toxins
  • Inhibit inflammation
  • Enhance immunity
  • Regulate normal cell functions
The strongest anticancer activity is thought to come from the mixtures of active substances found in
foods.  Many are antioxidants, and the best way to get them as well as all the other substances listed
below is by eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains.  The value of supplements
has not been established, and some studies have found that high doses of some vitamins stimulate  
development of certain cancers instead of blocking them.
For More Information:
American Institute For Cancer Research  Taking a Closer Look at Phytochemicals

The Strang Cookbook for Cancer Prevention
by Laura Pensiero and Susan Oliveria

Nutrition information from the US government   www.Nutrition.gov   
ReduceBreastCancerRisk.com  Contact Us
Pumpkin, carrots, sweet potato, spinach
Tomatoes, tomato products, watermelon

Garlic, onions, chives

Broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts

Strawberries, cranberries

Turmeric

Green and black teas, berries


Soy beans and soy products
Flax seeds, sesame seeds

Citrus peel

Ginger
    


Wild salmon, flax, canola oil

Beans, whole grains, fruits, vegetables